Beginner's Journey - The Four Milestones
This is the place to start if you're a brand new beginner or you'd like a review of the basics.
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RGS Live Archive
The Hidden Guilt That Stops Guitar Progress ep.108
Do you ever feel guilty taking time to practice guitar just for yourself? In this Real Guitar Live session, I talk about why that happens and how to reframe practice as something valuable, not selfish.
How To Change Keys Smoothly In A Song ep107
Switching keys smoothly can feel confusing at first, especially when you want it to sound natural instead of forced. We start there, and then work through a range of common challenges adult beginners face. You’ll
The Circle Of 5ths For Guitar Players ep106
This live Q&A kicks off with a practical, guitarist-friendly look at the circle of fifths and how to actually use it without getting lost in theory. From there, we cover picking accuracy, dull guitar tone, nylon
Why Your Guitar Strumming Sounds Choppy (And How to Fix It) Ep105
Strumming feel harsh because your pick keeps “digging in” on the upstroke? That’s where we start—how to hold the pick, lighten the touch, and practice it in a way that actually sticks (without white-knuckle frustration).
Guitar Rhythm Made Easy: 10 Minutes to Better Playing ep.104
If your rhythm feels shaky and you keep thinking, “My timing sucks,” this session is your reset button. You’ll build rhythm the sane way—pulse first, then rests, then eighth notes, and finally a real-world pop/rock
The Surprising Best Thumb Position For Guitar ep.103
Thumb over the neck or behind it—which should you actually use, and why? In this live Q&A, I break down the thumb-position debate in a practical, no-guilt way (including when “either is fine”… and when
Stop Practicing Harder – Practice Smarter With This Metronome Trick Ep.101
Want to build speed and accuracy on guitar? I share my daily “Push-Pull Method” with the metronome – push yourself up to where you struggle, then pull back just enough to find your sweet spot.
Steel vs. Nylon: The Beginner’s Guide (Plus Wet Guitar Fixes & More) Ep. #100
Steel vs. nylon—when should a beginner reach for each? In this Real Guitar Live Q&A, Thomas breaks down the styles, feel, and real-world situations where each shines, so you can pick the right tool for