Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving into the exciting world of jamming with other musicians. Whether you're a complete novice or h…
Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of solo jamming - a crucial skill for every guitarist, whether you're a beginner or have been strumming for years…
In this episode, Paul kicks off January with a special theme focused on jamming for guitarists. He discusses the importance of jamming and its benefits for guitar players of all levels, especially beginners. Throughout Janua…
As we approach a new year, it's the perfect time to set our sights on success in 2025. In this episode, Paul shares seven essential tips and strategies to help you make significant progress with your guitar playing. From ref…
In this special episode, we continue looking back at the most downloaded episodes of 2024. Join me as we countdown the third, second, and most popular episodes, starting with a fan-favourite, "Five Tips to Help You Succeed w…
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast! In this episode, we're taking a look back at 2024 with a special "wrapped" edition, inspired by Spotify's annual wrap-ups. Join your host, Paul Andr…
In this episode, we're diving into the festive spirit as host Paul Andrews takes you through five must-know Christmas songs on the guitar. Perfect for impressing friends and family during the holiday gatherings, Paul will ex…
In this week's episode, we're diving into the excitement and potential pitfalls of the Black Friday shopping frenzy, specifically for guitar enthusiasts. Host Paul Andrews is here to guide you through some standout Black Fri…
Welcome to Episode 209 of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast! Today we're celebrating a significant milestone—the 4th anniversary of BeginnerGuitarAcademy.com, our online guitar school that's been helping guitar enthusiasts…
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast, host Paul Andrews dives into a comprehensive song study of the classic hit "Summer of '69" by Bryan Adams, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the album "Reckless."…
In Episode 207 of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, host Paul Andrews tackles some of the most pervasive myths surrounding the world of guitar playing. Whether you're a complete newbie or an intermediate player, this epis…
In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the "3 T's" that every aspiring guitarist should focus on: Tone, Technique, and Timing. These fundamental elements will enhance your playing, whether you're practicing solo or p…
In this week's episode, we're exploring "Five Rock Albums Every Guitarist Should Hear." Join us as we uncover the classic rock albums that are essential listening for inspiration, mastering song structures, rhythm, timing, a…
In today's episode, we're turning our focus to one of rock music's most iconic songs—Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin. Join us as we dive deep into the history, guitar work, and structure of this legendary track, continuin…
In this week's episode, we're shifting gears to cover "Power Chords 101, the backbone of rock music".
We'll explore their history, theory, famous riffs, variations, and expert tips for mastering them.
Welcome to this week's episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, episode 202! I'm kicking off Rocktober with a bang by exploring 7 must-know beginner guitar riffs that every aspiring rock guitarist should have in their…
In today's episode, we're celebrating a remarkable milestone in guitar history: the 70th anniversary of the Fender Stratocaster. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or just starting your musical journey, the Stratocaster's l…
Today we are celebrating a special milestone—our 200th episode and our very first video podcast. Whether you're a longtime listener or just tuning in, we're thrilled to have you join us on this incredible journey. In this ep…
In this week's episode, I dive deep into Green Day's iconic song "Wake Me Up When September Ends," dissecting its structure, guitar parts, and rich history. Whether you're a fan of Green Day or just discovering their music, …
In today's podcast episode, we delved into the world of scales—what they are, why they're essential, and how to master them effectively. Host Paul Andrews eloquently unravelled the significance of scales in music, demystifyi…
Welcome to the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, where we dive into all things guitar! In today's episode, we're taking a deep dive into the iconic band Oasis. We'll explore their history, their most iconic songs, and the lea…
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, host Paul Andrews delves deep into the importance and versatility of the major pentatonic scale. He breaks down the theory behind the scale, its patterns, and its appli…
In this week's episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we take a deep dive into the world of guitar effects. Host Paul Andrews introduces 5 classic effects - distortion, reverb, delay, wah-wah, and chorus - and delve…
Welcome to the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, where we explore effective strategies for mastering the guitar. In today's episode, we delve into the 100-hour rule, a simple yet powerful concept that can revolutionize your g…
