205 episodes

Each week Marlene will share her guitar playing tips, tricks and hints to help you continue on your guitar playing journey. She is the creator and host of the popular Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! program, as seen by millions on PBS, and has been featured on NPR, NBC, CBS, numerous magazines, newspapers and more!

Tips For Guitar Playing Success tipsforguitarplayingsuccess Marlene Hutchinson

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    • 4.9 • 31 Ratings

Each week Marlene will share her guitar playing tips, tricks and hints to help you continue on your guitar playing journey. She is the creator and host of the popular Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! program, as seen by millions on PBS, and has been featured on NPR, NBC, CBS, numerous magazines, newspapers and more!

    3 Easy Mother's Day Songs for Guitar

    3 Easy Mother's Day Songs for Guitar

    Mother's Day is this Sunday and gifts from the heart are the best. So, what better gift for your mom, grandmother, or any mom figure in your life than the gift of your music!In this episode Marlene describes 3 easy to play songs by popular artists Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor & Sugarland - all with a sweet mom themed message.
    Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog

    Thank you to our sponsor!GatorCo.com  
    We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate. 
    Also available on...@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts #MothersDay #MothersDaysongs #momsday #songsformom #easysongs #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast 
    Credits:Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene HutchinsonThis podcast was made possible in part by:Gator CasesI Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com

    • 7 min
    Play the Song Tequila for Cinco de Mayo!

    Play the Song Tequila for Cinco de Mayo!

    Cinco de Mayo is this Sunday. It's a great day to celebrate Mexico's victory in the Battle of Puebla - and it's also a great day to play a themed song on your guitar!In this episode Marlene describes how to play the song Tequila on your guitar!
    Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog

    Thank you to our sponsor!GatorCo.com  
    We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate. 
    Also available on...@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts #CincodeMayo #songTequila #laguitarra #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast 
    Credits:Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene HutchinsonThis podcast was made possible in part by:Gator CasesI Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com

    • 7 min
    May Newsletter, Upcoming Episodes & More!

    May Newsletter, Upcoming Episodes & More!

    Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and other guitar happenings!
    In this Newsletter Marlene describes May's 5 episodes including Cinco de Mayo and Mother's Day songs, plus she talks about a cool acoustic guitar exhibit in Nashville featuring John Lennon's legendary Framus 12 string guitar!
    Here's the exhibit link
    Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog

    Thank you to our sponsor!GatorCo.com  
    We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate. 
    Also available on...@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts #Maynewsletter #guitarpodcastepisodes #NashvillesMusiciansHallofFameandMuseum #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast 
    Credits:Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene HutchinsonThis podcast was made possible in part by:Gator CasesI Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com

    • 4 min
    Acoustic Guitar Strings, Nylon vs Steel

    Acoustic Guitar Strings, Nylon vs Steel

    Should you play a guitar with nylon strings or steel strings? That depends on both your sound preferences and playing style - and your fingers! In this episode Marlene breaks down each string's uses and playability, as well as the core and winding materials, to help you decide! 
    Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog

    Thank you to our sponsor!GatorCo.com  
    We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate. 
    Also available on...@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts #guitarstrings #ylonguitarstrings #steelguitarstrings #strings #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast 
    Credits:Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene HutchinsonThis podcast was made possible in part by:Gator CasesI Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com

    • 6 min
    The Best Woods For Acoustic Guitar Construction

    The Best Woods For Acoustic Guitar Construction

    Here's a great way to celebrate both Earth Day (4/22) and Arbor Day (4/26), you can 'get into the woods' - the guitar woods that is!
    In this episode Marlene discusses the unique tree species used in acoustic guitar construction for optimal sound and durability.
    Link to the other episode Marlene mentioned!
    Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog

    Thank you to our sponsor!GatorCo.com  
    We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate. 
    Also available on...@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts #wood #tonewood #EarthDay #ArborDay #InternationalGuitarMonth #guitartreespecies #guitarconstruction #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast 
    Credits:Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene HutchinsonThis podcast was made possible in part by:Gator CasesI Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com

    • 6 min
    Acoustic Guitar vs Electric Guitar, Differences & Similarities!

    Acoustic Guitar vs Electric Guitar, Differences & Similarities!

    Besides the sound, have you ever wondered what the differences are between an acoustic guitar and an electric guitar? And the similarities? Well wonder no more!
    In this episode Marlene will do a quick rundown of both types of guitars; how they are related and their unique individual qualities.
    Here's the link Marlene mentioned in this episode!
    Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! Coaching SessionsMarlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success bookThursday Tips blog

    Thank you to our sponsor!GatorCo.com  
    We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate. 
    Also available on...@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts #acousticguitars #electricguitars #differencesandsimilarities #acousticsound #guitarsound #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast 
    Credits:Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene HutchinsonThis podcast was made possible in part by:Gator CasesI Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com

    • 6 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
31 Ratings

31 Ratings

upreach ,

Great way to get started!

As a music teacher and professional guitarist I am excited to see how well Marlene is teaching people who to play guitar! Highly recommended!

Benniefolyfe ,

No thanks

Super boring, very stiff, not helpful.

Jessball52093 ,

Excellent Guitar Tips

Marlene makes learning fun, with her helpful tips and relaxing voice. Thank you!

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