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Stop, Drop & Restore ~ How Restorative Yoga Can Improve Your Playing!

Relax and restore your mind and body—and become a better guitarist in the process. Sounds good, right?
That’s exactly what I dive into in this week’s podcast episode*: how a simple restorative yoga practice can make a real difference in your playing. Tune in to this episode and learn how to reconnect with the relaxed, focused guitarist you know you can be!

Play on…
Marlene

*Learn how Restorative Yoga can help your guitar playing, in this week’s podcast episode!

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2025-09-10T11:39:19-07:00September 11th, 2025|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , |

September Songs to Play on Your Guitar!

It’s time to ring in this month’s song theme –  September!
I’ve picked three songs with “September” in the title that I think you’ll enjoy playing. I talk about them in this week’s podcast episode*,  where I share fun song facts and my playing tips to help you kick-start your fall vibes!

Play on…
Marlene

*Learn about these September songs, the song info and my playing recommendations, in this week’s podcast episode!

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2025-09-04T10:55:06-07:00September 4th, 2025|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , |

Acoustic Guitar vs Electric Guitar – Which is Best For You?

Acoustic and electric guitars have more in common than you might think—along with some key differences that make each one unique.

In this week’s podcast episode*, I explore both types of guitars, comparing their features, sound, and playability to help you decide which one (or both!) is the best fit for your musical style!

Play on…
Marlene

*Learn acoustic guitar and electric guitar similarities and differences in this week’s podcast episode!
You can also watch this episode on YouTube!

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2025-08-26T10:38:53-07:00August 28th, 2025|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , |

7 Common Guitar Chords in Country Music!

When it comes to country music, y’all don’t need a million fancy chords to strum along. In fact, there are just a handful that show up over and over again.
In this week’s podcast episode, I’ll share 7 go-to chords and point out some classic country tunes where ya’ll can hear (and play) ’em loud and proud!
Play on…
Marlene

*Learn about the 7 Common Guitar Chords for Country Music in this week’s podcast episode!
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2025-08-21T08:42:03-07:00August 21st, 2025|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , |

10 Fundamental Yoga Poses, Basic Yoga Props & Acoustic Guitar Article!

I must say, it’s been exciting around here! Acoustic Guitar magazine is featuring an article by yours truly, Yoga for Guitarists, and I’ve just released two brand-new Yo-Guitar videos.
I talk about both in this week’s podcast episode, including the details about the magazine feature and introduce the new videos, which take a deeper dive into essential yoga fundamentals for guitarists. You don’t want to miss this one*!
Play on…
Marlene

*Learn 10 Fundamental Yoga Poses, Basic Yoga Props & the Acoustic Guitar (magazine) article in this week’s podcast episode!
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2025-08-14T12:38:40-07:00August 14th, 2025|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , , |

7 Effective Skill Improvement Ideas!

There are effective ways to improve your playing skills*, like these 7 suggestions:
1. Play new material
2. Revisit older songs
3. Play in front of a mirror
4. Record yourself playing
5. Memorize 1 entire song
6. Play outdoors
7. Play for someone else
Play on…
Marlene

*To learn more about these 7 ideas for improving your skills, click here to listen to this episode!

2022-08-01T09:38:44-07:00August 4th, 2022|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , |

Mindfulness While Playing Guitar

Guitar playing is a mindful ~ present moment awareness ~ activity. Additionally, you can use mindfulness techniques*, like deep breathing while learning new skills, to help you gain playing abilities and muscle memories. Mindfulness can be instrumental to your playing!  
Play on…
Marlene

*To hear examples of simple mindful guitar playing techniques, listen to my newest podcast ~ episode 62!

 

 

 

 

2021-05-05T09:55:37-07:00May 6th, 2021|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Luck o’ the Irish ~ St. Patrick’s Day Songs!

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day (3/17) ~ learn to play an Irish jig!
1. Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral (That’s An Irish Lullaby)   video/audio   guitar chords & lyrics
2. The Galway Girl   video/audio   guitar chords & lyrics
3. Irish rhythm patterns   strumming & scales/notes
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Play on…
Marlene

*To hear about the history of these songs and more Irish song inspirations listen to my newest podcast ~ episode 54!

 

 

 

 

2021-03-09T11:04:26-08:00March 11th, 2021|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , , |

6 Song Inspiration Ideas

Song inspiration* can some from numerous sources, like the ideas listed below:
1. Your play list
2. Store/restaurant music
3. Radio
4. Concerts
5. Holidays, seasons, special occasions
6. Out of the blue
And, I recommend you write down the song title when the inspiration hits you!
Play on…
Marlene

*To hear details about these 6 ideas listen to my newest podcast ~ episode 53!

 

 

 

 

2021-03-03T08:50:59-08:00March 4th, 2021|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

How to Play the Calypso Strum

There are several strumming patterns you can play on your guitar, Calypso (well, that’s what I call it!) is one of my favorites and the cool thing is it’s adaptable to just about any song. It’s a great strum to have in your guitar playing bag of tricks!
Here’s the pattern:
down ↓ , down ↓ , up ↑, pause, up ↑ , down ↓ ,  up ↑*

Play on…
Marlene

*To hear examples of the strum and tips to gain muscle memory for this pattern listen to my newest podcast ~ episode 52!

 

 

 

 

2021-02-23T15:07:48-08:00February 25th, 2021|Categories: Thursday Tip|Tags: , , , , , , , , |
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