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Progress Over Perfection? 5 Mantras for Learning Guitar in 2022 ★ Acoustic Tuesday 220

Learning guitar in 2022 is no different than learning guitar in 2021. But you're different. Your life is different now. Your guitar journey is either developing or just getting starting. By following the 5 mantras in this episode, you'll prime yourself for consistent progress, fun, and focus on your guitar journey. I've had a rollercoaster of a year in 2021. But the thing that I kept the same was consistent progress in playing guitar. Even with a new child and all the pandemic-related disruption...

Don’t Make this Guitar Mistake in 2022 ★ Acoustic Tuesday 219

THESE Guitar Geek Experiences Change Your Life! ★ Acoustic Tuesday 218

If you haven't had one of these experiences in your guitar journey, you need to check out this video. From meeting the most eclectic, creative, and supportive people to having a first gig, these are the guitar geek experiences that change lives. I've created this episode as a retrospective to spark reflection. While I draw some insights and lessons from my own personal experiences, this is a great moment for you — yes, YOU! — to think about experiences you've had on your guitar journey... Which ...

Sustainable Guitars — Is THIS Our Future? ★ Acoustic Tuesday 217

In this episode, we explore the idea of sustainable guitars — something guitar geeks should be thinking about for the future...here's why. We'll take a look at some great companies like Taylor Guitars and Tom Sands that are creating instruments with sustainable materials such as reclaimed wood and ethically sourced materials, and more. I've always been fascinated by tone woods. From their acoustic properties to their aesthetic qualities, I loved learning about different kinds of tone woods. But ...

BEST Guitar Shop YouTube Channels of All Time ★ Acoustic Tuesday 216

10 Holiday Gifts for ANY Guitar Geek (2021) ★ Acoustic Tuesday 215

The Dark Side of Streaming Your Music ★ Acoustic Tuesday 214

Streaming music has a lot of benefits. But it can also have some downsides. In this video, I explain the five main disadvantages to streaming music and show you how to avoid them. Music streaming, whether it's through Spotify or Youtube, has to be one of the greatest expansions in music consumption. For a few bucks a month, you have access to millions of songs. You have seemingly infinite choices. But there are plenty of negatives to this easy consumption of music. Do you remember the days where...

10 Must-Follow Guitar Builders on Instagram ★ AcousticTuesday 213

Quit doom scrolling and start learning! And don't worry — you don't have to stop scrolling! Today, you'll hear about 10 must-follow guitar builder accounts on Instagram and Facebook that will inspire, educate, and entertain you with stories about building guitars. Each of these guitar builders, or luthiers, was selected because they have beautiful images, incredible stories, and insights on the creation of the most magical instrument. My goal is to help immerse you in the world of guitars. So, e...

How to Practice Acoustic Guitar NO MATTER WHAT ★ Acoustic Tuesday 212

It doesn't matter what you're playing, where you are, or how long you have left on the clock. Here's a list of 5 ways to keep practicing your guitar — even during the busy holiday season! The holidays can be a time where you feel like you're too busy to play guitar. Between travel, visiting family, and balancing everything else in life, this time of the year can derail your guitar routine. Fortunately, this episode is going to walk you through five common scenarios you might face during the holi...

10 Breathtaking Acoustic Guitar Covers ★ Acoustic Tuesday 211

I love acoustic guitar covers. They're so good for calming my nerves, and they always sound so nice. But with so many to choose from, it can be hard to find the best ones! So in this video I'm sharing ten of my favorites that are perfect for relaxing or inspiring you to pick up your guitar. So, how are we going to talk about these acoustic guitar covers? We'll talk about the cover, why I picked it, and give you a quick sample in the video to see if it's up your alley. All of the songs I pick tod...