Each month we offer a Live training along with a Question and Answer session. We'd love to have you there. The next session is listed below.
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Below is a collection of recordings of the monthly RGS Live sessions.
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
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
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).
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
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
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—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
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
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