Bite Size Guitar Podcast

When to Move on When Learning a Song - 10

When should you move on when learning something new such as a song, riff, scale, or technique? Should you move on when you don't make any more mistakes? Or should you keep working on it to aim towards mastery?

Find out which approach is right for you and learn how this choice can change the type of guitarist you become.

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The Two Note Guitar Challenge - 9

The Two Note Challenge helps you see the guitar fretboard in a new way and is a great way to work on your phrasing and note articulation.

Find out what the 2-note challenge is and how it can help you avoid getting stuck in ruts. I recommend this challenge for beginners, intermediates, and advanced guitarists to test yourself.

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Using a Looper Pedal as a Practice Tool - 8

A looper pedal can be a great way to jam or to add something different to live performances. But it's also a fantastic practice tool.

Find out how you can use a looper pedal to improve your sense of melody, work on rhythm skills, and learn how to apply music theory in your music.

Check out some useful looper pedal resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-8/

How to Develop a Good Sense of Pitch - 7

Developing a good sense of pitch on guitar is a skill that anybody can learn.

Whether you think you don't have a good ear or you think you're tone-deaf, listen to this episode to find out how you can develop your sense of pitch. Find out how some simple ear training exercises can make a big difference to your abilities.

Check out some useful resources for this episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-7/

Should You Work on Your Strengths or Weaknesses? - 6

This episode looks at whether you should practice and work on improving your strengths or your weaknesses on guitar. The right answer isn't always obvious and what you work on can change what type of guitarist you become.

Find out which path is right for you in this short episode.

Check out some useful resources for this episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-6/

Open vs Closed-Minded Guitarists - 5

If you've spent any time on social media, guitar forums, or talking to other guitarists, you would have dealt with closed-minded guitarists. Find out in this episode how some guitarists become closed-minded and how being closed or open-minded can affect your guitar playing and your growth as a musician.

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Mindless vs Deliberate Practice - 4

Find out the important differences between mindless and deliberate practice, how to recognize when you've slipped into mindless practice, and how to better plan your practice routine to get the best results.

Mindless practice is something almost every guitarist falls into, so listen to this episode to learn how to avoid it.

Check out some useful resources for this episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-4/

Why You Should Record Your Playing - 3

Recording your guitar playing can be a great practice tool to help you become a better guitarist. Find out how you can use recording as a way to track your progress and find ways to improve your guitar skills in this episode.

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Alternate Tunings Guitar Challenge - 2

Learning to play guitar in an alternate tuning is a great way to mix up your routine and force yourself to think about guitar in a new way. If you ever feel you've hit a plateau with your guitar playing, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I'll explain the basics of alternate tunings and why you should regularly play in different tunings.

 

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Getting Stuck In a Rut With Guitar - 1

Hitting a plateau or getting stuck in a rut is something that happens to every guitarist at some point. In this episode, I'll explain what causes plateaus, how to know if you are in a plateau, and how to get out of a rut.

Whether you know you're in a rut right now or not, this episode will help you avoid plateaus in the future.

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