Send Steve a Text Message Hey everyone, Steve Stine here from GuitarZoom, and welcome to the Steve Stine Guitar Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the fascinating world of descending bass lines. I'll walk you through how to create dynamic and intriguing musical passages by using descending bass lines with different chords. We'll explore various chord transitions and how they can open up a world of creative possibilities in your playing. But that's not all—I'll also share my pers...
Nov 28, 2024•20 min
Send Steve a Text Message Welcome to the Steve Stine Podcast! In today's episode, we'll be diving into "5 Steps to Fluid Improvisation." If you're looking to improve the fluidity of your guitar playing, whether you're a newbie or a seasoned player, this episode is packed with practical insights. Steve will take us through essential steps to get started, from creating the right backing track to build your practice on, to finding the perfect guitar tone that motivates you. We'll explore concepts l...
Nov 14, 2024•20 min
Send Steve a Text Message Unlock your creative potential and elevate your guitar skills by challenging the status quo of your musical journey. Have you ever considered how stepping away from your comfort zone could uncover hidden gaps in your skill set? Join me as I recount my transition from the world of metal to the vibrant realms of funk and jazz, where I discovered the importance of rhythm and feel. We’ll explore how songs like Stevie Wonder's "Isn't She Lovely" and Katrina and the Waves' "W...
Nov 07, 2024•19 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered how to transform your guitar solos from mechanical to magical? Join me, Steve Stine, on the Steve Stine Guitar Podcast, where you'll uncover the essential secrets to elevating your improvisation skills. Together, we'll explore the importance of understanding your musical context, from mastering scales and chords to practicing with a metronome for technical refinement. With my eight essential tips, you'll move beyond just hitting the right notes to creating...
Oct 31, 2024•40 min
Send Steve a Text Message Hey everyone! Welcome to the Steve Stine Podcast. I'm your host, Steve Stine, and today, I'm thrilled to bring you an insightful conversation with Juan Diego Barbosa, a talented Guitar Instructor from GuitarZoom Academy. In this episode, we dive deep into our personal journeys with the guitar and the various influences and challenges that have shaped us as musicians. Juan opens up about his eclectic musical style, blending rock, jazz, and Latin American folk music. We d...
Oct 24, 2024•33 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered how a passion for skateboarding could spark a lifelong journey into the world of music? Victor Tanaskovski, an acclaimed guitarist and GuitarZoom instructor, shares his unexpected path from being a punk rock enthusiast influenced by the Tony Hawk Pro Skater soundtracks to becoming a jazz aficionado trained at a Jazz Academy in Macedonia. Victor’s story is a testament to the transformative power of music, evolving from playing in cover bands to crafting ori...
Oct 17, 2024•45 min
Send Steve a Text Message Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Steve Stine Podcast. I'm your host Steve Stine, and today we're diving into five essential tips to improve your soloing skills on the guitar. We'll explore how to enhance your guitar tone for maximum comfort and confidence. We'll discuss making smooth connections across the fretboard, adding those little details—what I call "isms"—that bring authenticity to your playing. You'll also learn about giving your solos direction through chord conn...
Oct 10, 2024•12 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever struggled to make your guitar solos soar? Look no further, because in this musical masterclass, I'll guide you through linking scales to chords to ensure your solos are always on point. We start by examining the A minor chord and its best friend, the A minor pentatonic scale. I'll show you how to accentuate chord tones, like the root note A, crafting solos that dance perfectly with the chord progressions. As we encounter new chords, I unveil strategies for navigati...
Oct 03, 2024•10 min
Send Steve a Text Message Discover the inspiring journey of Braxton Craven, an outstanding guitarist and instructor at GuitarZoom, who turned a childhood fascination with a MIDI keyboard and piano into a lifelong passion for the guitar. Braxton joins us to share how he transitioned from self-taught beginner to skilled musician, fueled by his love for bands like Twenty One Pilots and the wealth of knowledge available on YouTube. His story underscores the power of self-motivation and community sup...
Sep 26, 2024•18 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered how the number of frets on your guitar neck affects your shredding sessions or why scale lengths vary from Gibson to Fender? In our latest jam-packed discussion, we break down the nitty-gritty of choosing a guitar that fits your unique style like a custom-tailored suit. We'll illuminate the often-overlooked but crucial details, such as fret numbers, the impact of scale length on playability, and how the weight of an iconic Gibson Les Paul might feel during...
Sep 19, 2024•6 min
Send Steve a Text Message Discover the inspiring journey of Manuel Acevedo, our newest instructor at Guitar Zoom Academy, and learn how his early exposure to music in Mar del Plata, Argentina, ignited his passion for the guitar. From his father’s acoustic melodies to the transformative records introduced by his second guitar teacher, Manuel's path is filled with heartfelt anecdotes and pivotal moments that shaped his technical prowess. Explore how diverse musical influences, from Argentinian roc...
Sep 12, 2024•33 min
Send Steve a Text Message Embark on a journey through the harmonious realms of modal arpeggios as we unwrap the secrets of the G major scale's evocative power. Imagine the raised fourth of the Lydian or the soulful flat seventh of the Mixolydian coming alive under your fingertips; this episode is your guide to mastering these captivating sounds. We'll dissect the construction of seventh chords and their modal offspring - Ionian to Phrygian - and how recognizing and utilizing their distinct inter...
Sep 05, 2024•18 min
Send Steve a Text Message Unlock the code that musicians worldwide swear by with our latest episode on the Nashville number system. Imagine being able to jump into any jam session or master new tunes in a snap, all thanks to a simple set of Roman numerals. That's the power of this musical shorthand, transforming the way you understand and play music, regardless of your instrument. I'll take you through the basics, starting off in the key of C and showing you how every note in the major scale bir...
Aug 22, 2024•7 min
Send Steve a Text Message Hey there, Steve Stine here. In this episode of my guitar podcast, I wanted to share with you my approach to learning challenging guitar solos, using the example of "Warheads" by Extreme. As a guitarist, I know how frustrating it can be to tackle a difficult solo, especially when you're trying to stay true to the original while still making it your own. Throughout this episode, I break down my process for learning solos, from the initial listening stage to figuring out ...
Aug 15, 2024•18 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever found yourself fumbling through song sheets while trying to master a new tune on your guitar? Say goodbye to that crutch and hello to 'clearing'—my unique method for memorizing songs that will deepen your musical connection and free you from the page. We kick things off by breaking down the process of internalizing tunes in a meaningful way, diving into the world of 'ego songs' and 'project songs.' These categorizations aren't just labels; they're a roadmap to buil...
Aug 08, 2024•23 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever struggled with making your guitar solos truly sing? Tune in and transform your fretboard fluency as we uncover the secrets to crafting solos that resonate with emotion and sophistication. We're not just running up and down scales; we're weaving melodies deeply connected to the chords we're playing over. With the E major chord as our muse, I'll guide you through integrating the CAGED system and scale positions to uncover new avenues for expressive playing. By marryi...
Jul 25, 2024•25 min
Send Steve a Text Message Hey everyone, Steve Stine here, and thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Steve Stine Guitar Podcast. Today, I've got something really exciting lined up for you. I'm sharing an interview I recently did with the team at Ciari Guitars during my visit to their factory in Nashville. If you're not familiar with Ciari Guitars, they specialize in high-quality, foldable guitars—perfect for musicians who are always on the move. In this episode, we delve into the history of...
Jul 18, 2024•26 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered how to strike that perfect chord between playing a song note-for-note and weaving in the threads of your own musical identity? That's the question we unpack as I share my personal experiences and tips on balancing authenticity with innovation on the guitar. We traverse the landscape of music learning, discussing the golden days of ear-learning before the internet era, and how those practices shaped musicians into the artists they are today. Reflecting on t...
Jul 11, 2024•19 min
Send Steve a Text Message What happens when you mix Italian roots with Venezuelan rhythms and a passion for rock and blues? You get Luca Vincenzetti, the newest instructor at Guitar Zoom, whose musical journey is nothing short of fascinating. From his early days in Italy to discovering a friend's drum set in Venezuela, Luca's story is one of serendipitous encounters and relentless passion. He recounts how the sounds of ACDC, Van Halen, and Pink Floyd captured his heart at an American school in V...
Jul 04, 2024•51 min
Send Steve a Text Message Strap in and stand up, rockers! Ever find yourself fumbling with your guitar when you switch from the comfort of your cozy practice chair to the electrifying energy of a standing performance? I'm Steve, and in this session, we're tackling that leap from seated shredding to commanding the stage, guitar in hand and confidence soaring. Whether you're a bedroom rocker or an aspiring stage performer, I'm sharing the crucial steps to mastering the art of playing your guitar s...
Jun 27, 2024•9 min
Send Steve a Text Message Welcome to the Steve Stine Podcast. In this episode, we're diving into the innovative world of Musiversal, a service that has completely captivated my attention. Musiversal is revolutionizing the way musicians approach recording and producing music by offering an array of services that turn your solo project into a full-scale production. My guest, David Gerhart, from Musiversal, shares an in-depth look at how this platform can cater to artists and producers of all level...
Jun 20, 2024•24 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered how a week in the life of a guitar maestro ticks by? Strum along with me, your host, as I reveal the finely-tuned symphony of my two-week work ritual that's key to producing the soul-stirring content you've come to adore. My Mondays begin with the soothing strums of a guitar warm-up, setting the tone for a creative surge in the studio, crafting exclusive pieces for our GuitarZoom VIPs. The tempo ramps up on Tuesdays with back-to-back guitar lessons, all wh...
Jun 13, 2024•16 min
Send Steve a Text Message Hey everyone, Steve Stine here from GuitarZoom, and I'm thrilled to share with you a special episode of our podcast where I had the pleasure of sitting down with Eric Beaty, a seasoned guitarist and one of the respected instructors at GuitarZoom Academy. In this candid conversation, Eric not only shares his intriguing journey on how he picked up the guitar but also dives deep into his experiences—from his initial self-taught days using VHS tapes to his involvement in va...
Jun 06, 2024•27 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered about the sonic intricacies of guitar amps and how they shape the music that moves you? In our latest episode, we crank up the volume on everything from the warm glow of tube amps to the cutting-edge versatility of their digital counterparts. Join me as we dissect the anatomy of an amplifier, including the preamp, power amp, and cabinet, and share how my personal journey with varying amp wattage has informed my choices for different playing environments. T...
May 30, 2024•25 min
Send Steve a Text Message Have you ever wondered if music should be played precisely as it's written, or if there's room for a personal twist? As we explore the creative dynamics of performing music, this episode promises to reveal whether true artistry lies in replication or reinvention. Through stories of how legends like Jimmy Page and Randy Rhoads often varied their live performances, we showcase that music, by its nature, is an ever-evolving canvas. Particularly focusing on the art of posit...
May 23, 2024•10 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wondered what it takes to become an indispensable member of a band, someone who nails every performance and tour? Look no further, as we lay out the insider strategies for acing the gig life. Join us for a riveting journey through the meticulous process of song mastery and the art of group dynamics, where I reveal my personal approach to ensuring you're never the one letting the team down. Discover the harmony of skill and the right attitude, as you learn to blend ...
May 16, 2024•20 min
Send Steve a Text Message Ever wonder what it's like to step on stage for the first time with shaky knees and a guitar in hand? I sure do, and that's exactly what I dive into in our latest podcast. Take a walk with me, Steve, through the trials and laughs of my early music days, from those first awkward moments trying to look cool in front of an audience to the polished poise of later performances. The stage can be unforgiving, but it's also where the magic happens—join me as I share stories of ...
May 02, 2024•16 min
Send Steve a Text Message Welcome, music aficionados and guitar enthusiasts, to the Steve Stine Podcast. In today’s episode, you’re in for a treat as we dive into the world of guitar innovation, music evolution, and the personal journey of one of metal’s passionate craftsmen, Guilherme Miranda. As your host, I couldn't be more thrilled to share this exclusive interview with you. After months of meticulous work, Guilherme unveils a ground-breaking technology with neuroamp modelers and impulse res...
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Send Steve a Text Message Embark on a journey through the treacherous yet rewarding landscape of brand protection in the digital realm, as I recount my personal saga from the naivety of picking a business name to the enlightenment of keyword prowess. Through tales of missed opportunities and hard-won victories, I'll arm you with the knowledge to shield your online persona from the hazards that lurk behind every click and post. Witness the evolution of strategic visibility and grasp the dire cons...
Apr 18, 2024•14 min
Send Steve a Text Message Are stiff fingers and rusty joints dampening your guitar groove? Fear not, fellow strummers! Today, I'm peeling back the curtain on my essential pre-practice warm-up rituals that will help you ease into your playing sessions, no matter what physical challenges you might face. From the simplest hammer-ons and pull-offs to get that blood pumping to more complex finger gymnastics, I'm laying it all out to ensure you hit every note with comfort and confidence. Plus, we'll e...
Apr 11, 2024•15 min
