Thursday Tip
Here’s what’s coming up in August*:
New podcast episodes focused on jam session songs, country songs and the official launch of YoGuitar!
In the news… Olympic inspired tunes and the Guitar Tips Community!
Play on…
Marlene
*To learn more about the new episodes and guitar news (Olympic songs), click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
Last week I introduced you to the essence of YoGuitar, Yoga for Guitarists*. Today I’m continuing the introduction with an opportunity for you to give it a try, to experience how YoGuitar can benefit your playing and your life, with one of my easy 5 minute guided practices focused on relieving tension in your neck and shoulders.
Play on…
Marlene
*To give this 5 minute YoGuitar practice a try, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
Imagine playing guitar with less stress and tension, and more flexibility – a guitar player’s dream come true, right?
Introducing YoGuitar, Yoga for Guitarists*, my unique and effective approach to helping you improve your playing skills using yoga poses focused on the muscles and tendons crucial for playing. Plus, it’s good for your overall wellbeing!
You can learn more about YoGuitar at the link above and on this (and next) week’s podcast episodes!
Play on…
Marlene
*To learn more about YoGuitar, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
Whether you’re on vacation or just needing to feel some vacation vibes, here’s 3 cool vacay themed songs to learn and play!
Take it Easy by The Eagles chords
Pontoon by Little Big Town chords
Island in the Sun by Weezer chords
Play on…
Marlene
*To hear my playing recommendations and rhythm demos, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
Here’s 3 patriotic* songs you’ll love playing, they’re perfect for today and easy to play!
America the Beautiful chords
You’re a Grand Old Flag chords
Living in America chords
Play on…
Marlene
*To hear my playing recommendations and demos, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
Be musically ready for next week’s 4th of July festivities by playing the United States’ national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner*, in tablature. It’s easy to play and it’s sure to wow and delight one and all!
Play on…
Marlene
P.S. Click on the song title for the easy tab!
*To learn note-by-note how to play this iconic song, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
Tomorrow, June 21st, is Make Music Day! People worldwide (120 countries) will be making music. So the big questions is – how will you be celebrating*? Will you go to a concert or event, or perhaps have your own celebration making music with your family & friends?
Play on…
Marlene
*To learn how to find local Make Music Day events and how to host your own celebration, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
I decided to go country with these Father’s Day themed songs*. I hope ya’ll enjoy playin’ them for your dads!
The Best Day by George Strait
Things Dads Do by Thomas Rhett
Mr. Mom by Lonestar
Play on…
Marlene
*If ya’ll want to hear about these songs & how to play them, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
There are so many benefits* when you jam with other guitar players like these:
It’s a low stress playing environment
Mistakes are not so obvious
Learn new skills
Learn to keep a group tempo
Learn soloing techniques
Make lifelong guitar buddies
And, Learn new music
So – get jamming!
Play on…
Marlene
*To learn more about these 7 jamming with others benefits, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!
You might get nervous before you play for others, that’s normal, but have strategies in place to help you overcome those jitters and have a great gig!
Play on…
Marlene
*To listen to my numerous performing in public tips and ideas, click here to listen to this week’s podcast episode!