Tips For Guitar Playing Success
Learn how to quickly boost your guitar playing skills with these easy tips, tricks and helpful hints from successful guitarist, instructor, author and producer, Marlene Hutchinson. Known for her popular Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! program, as seen by millions on PBS, and featured on NPR and CBS, Marlene has a wonderfully simple way of helping you move through your challenges and advance your guitar playing skills.
Episodes
Want to add some Irish flair to your guitar music for St. Patrick’s Day? Then this episode is for you!
In this episode, Marlene shares two traditional Irish tunes, explores their backstories, and offers her recommendations for bringing them to life on your guitar.
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Better posture. Less tension. Stronger voice.
In this episode, Marlene shares what’s inside a Heart and Throat Yo-Guitar video session, including heart-opening poses to release the upper body, improve breathing, and support healthy vocal function. A perfect reset for singers, speakers, and guitarists alike.
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Acoustic guitar TLC (tender loving care) is essential for keeping your instrument playable, healthy, and enjoyable for years to come.
In this episode, Marlene shares fundamental care tips, practical recommendations, and simple hacks to help you protect and maintain your acoustic guitar.
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All You Need Is Love by The Beatles is a timeless classic and a perfect song to play on guitar. In this episode, Marlene walks you through how to play this feel-good favorite, breaking it down in a simple, guitar-friendly way. Afterall, love is all you need - and, well, a guitar!
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Love songs are a great addition to any guitar repertoire—especially with Valentine’s Day just around the corner! In this episode, Marlene shares three simple love songs you can easily learn and play on your guitar.
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Fun fact: most people quit their New Year’s resolutions by the second Friday in January, but that doesn't have to be you. In this episode, Marlene walks you through how to check in on your guitar resolution progress and make adjustments (if needed) so you can keep moving forward—because you’ve still got 11 months to reach your goals!
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Building on last week’s episode, Marlene dives deeper into how to maximize your practice time, covering what to play and how to use your time more effectively.
Here arethe links for the previous episodes Marlene talked about! Maximizing Your Practice Sessions Tension Relieving Exercises for Guitarists 6 Exercises to Improve Finger Strength & Dexterity
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Practice builds habits—and habits make better guitar players. In this episode, I break down 6 simple steps to create a practice routine that works for you and your life.
Here's the April 2020 episode link Marlene talked about!
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It’s easy to set a guitar playing goal—but reaching it is another story.
In this episode, I reveal the secret to achieving your guitar resolutions, share a real example, and walk you through a simple process to set and reach your own guitar playing goals.
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Happy New Year!🎉 The start of a new year is the perfect time to set a new guitar-playing goal and focus on meaningful progress.
In this episode, I share 15 guitar-learning ideas to help you shape a realistic and motivating guitar goal for 2026. Choose one of these ideas—or create your own—and make sure it’s realistic and achievable for you over the next 365 days!
This episode originally aired on 4/16/20
Playing the traditional New Year’s Eve song Auld Lang Syne at midnight can add a special vibe to your celebration. It’s easy to play, which makes it perfect for getting creative.
In this episode, Marlene demonstrates three different rhythm patterns you can try with this classic three-chord song. She also shares a bit of the song’s background, so tune in and get ready for your New Year’s Eve gig!
This episode originally aired on 12/...
Christmas songs are a joy to play, and even more fun when you get creative with them! In this episode, Marlene will walk you through three unique patterns that combine strumming AND drumming techniques to use while playing The Little Drummer Boy. So tune in and discover how to bring an extra layer of rhythm and creativity to this holiday favorite!
This episode originally aired on 12/10/24
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It's fun to play Christmas music on your guitar - and you don't need complicated songs to create a festive vibe! In this episode, Marlene will share 7 super-easy Christmas tunes you can start playing right away - each song uses just 3 chords. And bonus, these familiar holiday classics are perfect for some festive holiday sing-alongs too!
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When a song uses just a few simple chords—like Over the River and Through the Wood—you have more freedom to get creative with rhythm and expression. In this episode, Marlene shares and demonstrates five fun rhythm patterns you can use to bring fresh energy and style to this classic Turkey Day tune!
Original air date: 11/19/20
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There are so many cool songs you can play on your guitar - some are easy to play, some are more challenging. So, start with the easy ones, have fun with them, and then build from there!
In this episode, you’ll discover 5 familiar tunes every guitarist should know how to play. Each song uses just a few simple chords, they sound great, and are fun to play while boosting your confidence!
Link to the past episode Marlene mentioned!
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, why not add a touch of your guitar music to your Turkey Day celebrations? In this episode, Marlene will introduce you to some fun and festive Thanksgiving-themed songs that are sure to bring warmth, gratitude, and a seasonal flair to your gatherings.
Past episodes Marlene talked about: Over the River and Through the Wood link Thanksgiving Prayer and The Thanksgiving Song link
Each year Marlene puts together a guitar player gift guide, and it’s that time again!
In this episode, Marlene talks about both useful gear and fun, out-of-the-box ideas that any guitarist would appreciate. So, whether you’re shopping for yourself, trying to give the elves in your life a little inspiration, or hunting for something cool for your guitar-playing buddies, this episode’s for you!
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Tablature is such a fun way to play guitar, and easy tabs are the perfect place to start—especially when there’s a theme involved!
In today’s episode. Marlene will show you how to play a spooky, Halloween-inspired instrumental tune. No lyrics, just eerie vibes—and. best of all, you’ll be able to play it right away!
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Exciting news... the Yo-Guitar Video Library just keeps growing. There are more than 28 unique practices for you to explore - plus, 2 brand-new videos dropping this month!
In this episode, Marlene describes the latest additions - a video that helps you boost your creativity and another that's great for singers and anyone wanting to breathe a little easier. You'll learn how these practices can support your guitar playing, and creati...
What do you think of when you hear the words bends and slides? You might think of a "bend" as part of your workout routine, or a "slide" like a baseball player diving into home plate—but on the guitar, bends and slides are techniques that add emotion to your playing.
In this episode, Marlene breaks down what bends and slides are, how to play them, and why they’re such a cool (and not-too-difficult!) way to level up your musical sty...
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