August 26, 2023 In Practice Tagged as DTAA learning guitar By Dan Thorpe

Hamburger vs. Steak

I had an interesting email the other day from Stu, who is a Dan Thorpe Acoustic Academy member.

He was asking about which other courses he should purchase to go alongside his membership.

August 25, 2023 In 10-Second Tips Practice Tagged as 10-Second Tips quick tips By Dan Thorpe

10-Second Tip – An Instant “Dexterity” Improver

Here is another Friday 10-second tip for you to enjoy.

This can help if you struggle with a lack of dexterity.

…And especially if you struggle to “reach” higher notes on the fretboard no matter how hard you try.

August 21, 2023 In Practice Tagged as learning guitar By Dan Thorpe

3 Random Thoughts This Monday (A 10-Year Anniversary, Stepping Up, and the Importance of Community)

Welcome to a new Monday post with 3 random thoughts on all things guitar, music, and life, including an upcoming 10-year anniversary, the effects of stepping up, and the importance of community.

Here we go…

August 19, 2023 In Practice Tagged as Learn guitar faster learning guitar By Dan Thorpe

A Mini Case Study on How to Learn Anything

Here’s a little case study on how to learn anything on your guitar to a high standard…

It’s a great example of the journey we all go on when learning a new skill or technique on the guitar.

August 18, 2023 In 10-Second Tips Practice Tagged as 10-Second Tips quick tips By Dan Thorpe

10-Second Tip – Daily Ear Training That Is Simple, Practical, and Fairly Quick

Here is another Friday 10-second tip for you to enjoy…

It’s all about:

August 17, 2023 In Practice Practice Techniques Tagged as Learning learning guitar By Dan Thorpe

The Theatre of Your Mind

One of the most frustrating things about learning guitar is not the learning…

…but it’s the forgetting!

August 14, 2023 In Practice Tagged as learning guitar By Dan Thorpe

3 Random Thoughts This Monday (Home, Brake/Blast, and ‘Maxing’ Things Out)

Welcome to a new Monday post with 3 random thoughts on all things guitar, music, and life, including thoughts on home, the brake / blast method, and more.

Here we go… Read More

July 18, 2023 In Practice Tagged as Learn guitar online By Dan Thorpe

3 Random Thoughts This Tuesday (Holiday Special)

Welcome to a new weekly post with three random thoughts on all things guitar, music, and life, including thoughts on why breaks are good, the importance of being present in the moment,

Here we go…

July 13, 2023 In Practice Tagged as Practice Methods Practice routines routines By Dan Thorpe 2

A Wimbledon Champion’s Routine

The Wimbledon tennis tournament is taking place at the moment.

Today I’m going to share a little lesson from this.

July 12, 2023 In Practice Tagged as Learn guitar online By Dan Thorpe 4

27 Tips on How to Play Guitar for Beginners (And an Action Plan)

How to Play Guitar

Learning how to play guitar is one of the most challenging things many of us ever try.

In fact, I used to think climbing Mount Everest in just your underwear might be a more enjoyable experience. In this post, I’ll share 27 powerful tips with you along with some very fun pieces of guitar music to play too!