Thursday Tips
Guitar Bends & Slides – What They Are & How to Play Them!

What do you think of when you hear the words bends and slides? Maybe you think of a bend as part of your workout routine, or a slide like a baseball player diving into home plate – but in guitar, bends and slides are techniques that add emotion to your playing.
In this week’s podcast episode*, I break down what they are, how to play them and why they’re a cool way to level up your musical style!
Play on…
Marlene
*Learn about guitar bends and slides in this week’s podcast episode!
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Trick or Treat! 13 Songs with a Halloween Beat!

No time like the present to prep for your Halloween gigs!
In this week’s podcast episode*, I share 13 Halloween themed songs that are fun to play on guitar and could be contenders for your 10/31 set list. They aren’t super trick-y and they’ll be a treat for all to hear!
Play on…
Marlene
*Get the list of 13 Halloween songs in this week’s podcast episode!
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Fall-ing for the song Autumn Leaves!

Looking for a little seasonal inspiration? Try playing a beautiful fall ballad, Autumn Leaves by Ed Sheeran.
I talk about it in this week’s podcast episode*, including my playing tips using 3 different rhythm techniques. I’m guessing you’ll really fall (pun intended) for this one!
Play on…
Marlene
*Learn more about the song Autumn Leaves, in this week’s podcast episode!
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Change Your Nylon Guitar Strings in 5 Easy Steps!

Changing your own nylon guitar strings is simple, especially when you use my 5 simple steps!
In this week’s podcast episode*, I describe each step so you can easily change your own strings. Plus, I show you how to get the job done in my newest YouTube video!
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Marlene
*Learn the Nashville Number System, in this week’s podcast episode!
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Learn the Nashville Number System!

Understanding the Nashville Number System (NNS) can be a game-changer when it comes to playing music with others. In this week’s podcast episode*, I break down the essentials of this simple yet powerful system.
Tune in as we explore the nuts and bolts of NNS—and try it out yourself with some hands-on examples!
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Marlene
*Learn the Nashville Number System, in this week’s podcast episode!
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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!
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Marlene
*Learn how Restorative Yoga can help your guitar playing, in this week’s podcast episode!
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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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