How do I learn guitar notes on the fretboard?
Why learning the notes on the fretboard is so important for guitar players..
It is surprising just how many guitar players really don't know the notes on the guitar.
It is the most common problem I deal with in my guitar classes.
Having a solid understanding of how the fretboard works can...
How to Build Chords and Arpeggios
Welcome to my third article on the most important ways to open up the fretboard! In the first two articles I showed how knowing the notes on the fretboard and how practicing technique exercises give you an awesome boost to your guitar playing.
This week we will look at what I feel is the most...
Licks and Riffs - 040
Today, I show the importance of, the difference between, and how to use guitar licks and riffs effectively.
Guitar licks and riffs are so cool, and so much fun! You grab your guitar, learn a few notes and you are playing your favorite songs or your favorite parts of...
Start Playing Advanced Guitar Chords - 039
Today, I take the first step with you toward playing advanced guitar chords. We’ll leave open and bar chords in the dust and start playing something special!
What chords to use
For this exercise we are only going to use chords that use four different notes. If...
Set Up Your Perfect Guitar Practice Space - 038
Today I’m talking about creating a super effective and fun practice space. I help you create your home base where you can start moving forward with the guitar.
Keeping a steady practice routine is tough! We’ve all been there. You start out with the best of...
How to Play Over Minor Chords and Sound AWESOME! - 037
Today, I’m playing solos over minor chords! I show you how and what to play to make you sound awesome!
So let’s work our way, from easiest to the most challenging scales that you can use to sound awesome playing over minor chords. They are:
- Minor...
Getting Back Into Guitar - 036
Here are the most important things to consider when you are starting up again and want to be successful.
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Today’s episode is a little different. Today is about getting back up on the horse and trying to ride again. That’s right, it’s...
What It Takes to Get Good at Guitar - 035
You want to get really good at guitar, but it's a lot harder that you thought. Today, I talk about the things you NEED to get good at guitar. The Journey Starts Here!
Having a positive mindset, like I talked about in episode 31, is so very important. But, what do...
Cool Sounding Chords - 034
I’m talking about cool chords on today’s podcast! Here are some of my favorite chords you can use to spice up your playing and add new textures to your sound.
Chords are fun!
That’s right, I said it…Chords are fun!
Not everything has to be...
How to Build Guitar Solos - 033
Today, it’s all about building guitar solos. With just a little planning, you can create melodic, memorable solos every time!
Improvising is great and an essential part of your playing. But, the ideas you get from jamming are not always the finished...
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Instructor
Lee Anderson
Guitar Instructor
I'm a guitarist, guitar teacher, podcaster, and creator of super helpful video courses :) I help frustrated guitarists get past their roadblocks and start moving forward again.
