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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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
Fastest Way Learn Notes On The Fretboard Ep.99
In this live guitar Q&A, I tackle the challenge that stumps most guitarists: learning fretboard notes quickly and effectively. I demonstrate my favorite exercise that builds systematic note knowledge, plus address common struggles like mastering
“My Hands Are Too Small for Guitar” – BUSTED! Plus More Beginner Q&A Ep.98
Worried that your small hands will hold you back from learning guitar? You’re not alone! In this live Q&A session, I address this exact concern from a student who’s struggling with her D chord and
Does Pick Thickness Really Matter? (Yes — Here’s Why!) Ep#97
Ever wondered if pick thickness actually matters? In this guitar Q&A session, I tackle why pick thickness is crucial for your playing—from how beginners should start to what is essential for more complex melody work.
Transform Any Strum Pattern Into Beautiful Fingerpicking Ep.#96
Ready to move from strumming to fingerpicking? In this episode of Real Guitar Live, I share my step-by-step method for converting any strumming pattern into a fingerpicking arrangement. We’ll cover how to identify the beats,
Struggling With Barre Chords? Try This Ep.#95
Struggling with barre chords? You’re certainly not alone! In this episode of Real Guitar Live, I dove deep into your burning questions, exploring practical strategies for mastering those challenging barre chords, simplifying the mysteries of