Tips For Guitar Playing Success

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Learn how to quickly boost your guitar playing skills with these easy tips, tricks and helpful hints from successful guitarist, instructor, author and producer, Marlene Hutchinson. Known for her popular Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! program, as seen by millions on PBS, and featured on NPR and CBS, Marlene has a wonderfully simple way of helping you move through your challenges and advance your guitar playing skills.

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The Best Woods For Acoustic Guitar Construction

Apr 18 2024 6 mins

Here's a great way to celebrate both Earth Day (4/22) and Arbor Day (4/26), you can 'get into the woods' - the guitar woods that is! In this episode Marlene discusses the unique tree species used in acoustic guitar construction for optimal sound and durability. Link to the other episode Marlene mentioned! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a D

Acoustic Guitar vs Electric Guitar, Differences & Similarities!

Apr 11 2024 6 mins

Besides the sound, have you ever wondered what the differences are between an acoustic guitar and an electric guitar? And the similarities? Well wonder no more! In this episode Marlene will do a quick rundown of both types of guitars; how they are related and their unique individual qualities. Here's the link Marlene mentioned in this episode! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learnin

Acoustic Guitars, Historically Speaking!

Apr 04 2024 7 mins

Discover the captivating journey of acoustic guitars, spanning from ancient echoes in 3500BC to the cutting-edge instruments of today! Join Marlene as she unravels the fascinating evolution of the acoustic guitar in this enlightening episode. Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success b

April Newsletter, Upcoming Episodes & More!

Apr 01 2024 4 mins

Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and other guitar happenings! In this Newsletter Marlene describes April's 4 International Guitar Month themed episodes, plus she talks about a cool acoustic guitar exhibit she experienced (an you should too) in Scottsdale, AZ! Musical Instrument Museum link Marlene's Guitar Courses &

Beautiful Easter Songs For Guitar!

Mar 28 2024 6 mins

Celebrate Easter Sunday, March 31st by adding a musical touch to your festivities with your guitar. Here's a couple of themed songs that will resonate with one and all. In this episode Marlene will share two timeless Easter themed songs that are beautiful when played on guitar - and they're easy too! Other Easter themed episode links: 4/14/22 & 4/6/23 Marlene's Guitar Courses &

How to Spring Clean Your Guitar

Mar 21 2024 4 mins

It's spring here in the Northern Hemisphere and it's the perfect time to give your guitar some extra attention and care! In this episode Marlene will share her 8 step 'spring cleaning' your guitar guide. Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog Thank you to our

Play Traditional Irish Songs For St. Patrick's Day!

Mar 14 2024 6 mins

Luck of the Irish! Faith and begorrah! You can easily learn to play a couple of traditional Irish folk songs and perform them at your St. Patrick's Day festivities!In this episode Marlene will share the stories behind two beloved Irish songs and give you playing tips to help you make these songs your own! Previous St Patrick's Day songs episodes:3/11/21 & 3/16/23 Marlene's Guit

How Balance Movements Can Improve Your Playing!

Mar 07 2024 10 mins

Balance movements (and even your playing mistakes) can help improve your guitar playing - and it's easy to do!In this episode Marlene will talk about the science behind this concept and share simple balance movements you can do before you play! Huberman Lab Podcast Link Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips

March Newsletter, Upcoming Episodes & More!

Mar 05 2024 2 mins

NEW! Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and guitar related happenings! In this March Newsletter Marlene will describe the 4 episodes dropping this month, plus she'll share some fun ways to get musically inspired - so stay tuned!Women's History Month, Female Guitarist Episode Links:Sheryl Crow, Orianthi & KaKi KingJoa

3 Leap Songs to Play on Leap Day!

Feb 29 2024 7 mins

Leap Day only comes around every 4 years, so how about some leap themed songs to play on your guitar? Go ahead, take the leap! In this episode Marlene talks about how to play 3 leap songs, Leap of Faith, Jump and Quantum Leap, and some fun Leap Day facts! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Play