Here are two more interesting emails I have got lately.
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3 Random Thoughts This Monday (Making Guitars, Earplugs, and July 4th)
Welcome to a new Monday post with 3 random thoughts on all things guitar, music, and life, including making guitars, earplugs, and July 4th. Here we go… … [Continue reading]
The Hidden Key to Getting the Best Out of Your Guitar Playing
Archie came home from school the other day, singing two new songs… “Help” by The Beatles and “Blue Suede Shoes” by Elvis Presley. Great choices… …And certainly, better than that “Baby Shark” song! … [Continue reading]
The Easiest Song I’ve Ever Taught?
“Brutal” “Impossible!” “I’ve been trying to play this song for months, but it seems to be getting worse.” … [Continue reading]
A New Way of Learning Songs
I really hate all those clickbait YouTube videos. You probably know the ones. Those that promise to teach you “10 eazy songs using just 2 chordz”. They bug me for the simple fact that no song is easy. … [Continue reading]
The #1 Travis Picking Pattern to Rule Them All
The great Chet Atkins once said: “Everyone has their own sound and if you’re heard, enough folks will come to recognise it.” Well, over the last few years, I’ve taken this advice to heart even more. … [Continue reading]
3 Random Thoughts This Monday (Glastonbury, Rewards, and 30-Day Progress)
Welcome to a new Monday post with 3 random thoughts on all things guitar, music, and life, including Glastonbury stage fright rewards, and 30-day progress. Here we go… … [Continue reading]
How to Get Over This Sickening Guitar-Playing Feeling
The other day Logan got in touch to say this: … [Continue reading]
What a Difference a Year Makes
What a fun morning I had yesterday. I got to go to my first ever school sports day as a parent. The sun was blazing, it was packed, and the teachers made it very special. … [Continue reading]
Celebrating Sir Paul
The other day, of course, was Sir Paul McCartney’s 80th birthday. So, here’s a little story that showcases his talent for and dedication to music… …And how we can all find inspiration from anywhere. … [Continue reading]