Thursday Tips
How to Play Jingle Bells Using Tablature!
Tablature* can add an interesting and fun skill to your playing abilities. And though it might seem complicated at first, once you learn the basics and try it out, it gets easier. Start with the melody of Jingle Bells (below), and who knows, maybe you can play it for Christmas!
Play on…
Marlene
*To hear more about how to play tablature with the song Jingle Bells and to play along, listen to my newest podcast!
3 Sacred Christmas Carols to Play on Your Guitar!
Christmas means many things, decorating a tree, gifts, and of course the birth of Jesus. Here are a few divine songs celebrating this blessed event that are beautiful to play on guitar.
O Holy Night
The First Noel
Away In A Manger
Play on…
Marlene
*To learn my playing recommendations and info about each song listen to my newest podcast!
Your opinion matters – December Gator Giveaway!
Take 1 minute to complete this short, 3 question survey and you’ll be entered in the giveaway valued at over $350!
Picking patterns, note: numbers on the lines are your finger numbers. If you want to learn more about picking check out my Unlimited Lessons or consider coaching sessions with yours truly!
3 Cheerful Christmas Songs to Play on Your Guitar!
These 3 cheerful Christmas songs are really fun to play, and with their lively tempos and timeless lyrics, they’re sure to make your season bright!
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
Jingle Bell Rock
Run Rudolph Run
Play on…
Marlene
*To learn more about these songs and my playing recommendations listen to my newest podcast!
10 Gift Ideas For Guitar Players!
Are you being asked about your gift preferences? If so, why not have a list ready to help your gift giver? Here’s a list of 10 guitar player gift ideas to share with your family and friends!
1. Strings
2. Key Winder
3. Tuner
4. Batteries
5. Cleaning Cloth
6. Guitar Polish
7. Gifts Cards
8. Guitar Stand
9. Music Stand
10 Lessons
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Marlene
*To hear more about this list and hints to insure you receive the gifts you want listen to my newest podcast!
5 Ways to Play an Easy Thanksgiving Song!
Seasons and holidays are a great time to share your guitar music, so I thought you might like to try this traditional favorite with simple chords!
Over the River and Through the Wood* (traditional)
Happy Thanksgiving!
Play on…
Marlene
*To hear how to play Over the River and Through the Woods 5 different ways listen to my newest podcast!
More Thanksgiving songs to try:
Thanksgiving Prayer, Johnny Cash
Sweet Potato Pie, James Taylor
Thanksgiving Song, Mary Chapin Carpenter
Harvest Moon, Neil Young
The Thanksgiving Song, Adam Sandler (kind of a goofy song!)
Jump Start Your Holiday Songs!
You can never be too prepared when it comes to holiday music and now’s the time to get started. Here’s 3* easy seasonal songs to help you get a jump on your holiday repertoire!
1. Over the River and Through the Wood (tablature)
2. Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah (chords)
3. Jingle Bells (chords)
Play on…
Marlene
*To hear my playing recommendations and song info, click here to listen to the podcast episode!
Learn About Gator Cases & Accessories – PLUS, You Could Win a Guitar Case & Strap!
Learn about the construction of the Gator Icon Series Gig Bag, including this cool video, as well as other great guitar accessories to make your playing life even better!
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Marlene
*To hear Marlene’s interview with Crystal Morris, President & Founder of Gator Cases, along with Rob McCoy, click here to listen to the podcast episode!
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