Ep147 – The Rules of the Asylum: Rule #30 – Celebrate Your Guitar Heroes (Paul Simon at 85)

In today’s episode, I talk about scales and how to use them. Often students are taught scales, but aren’t actually taught how to use them. Using scales doesn’t have to be complicated. I’ll take you through some scales and how to have fun using them to make music. It’s simple, fun, and sounds interesting. Take a listen and discover the secret to making the most of the scales you learn. If you enjoyed this podcast, you can get my free, special one-finger arrangement of Amazing Grace – ideal for those who are new, stuck, or just want a beautiful song to play. Get it at - fingerstyle101.com/amazing Like this episode? Your reviews for this podcast mean the world to me, so please let us know what you thought about the Acoustic Asylum!

In today’s episode, I talk about how the story of Karate Kid relates to guitar learning. Often, students ignore the importance of repeating good habits, but being consistent and precise when learning makes all the difference. A lot of people assume they know the fundamentals, but few have mastered them. It’s key to learn these basics of guitar, as having full knowledge of them allows you to really enjoy the guitar and make progress. If you enjoyed this podcast, you can get my free, special one-finger arrangement of Amazing Grace – ideal for those who are new, stuck, or just want a beautiful song to play. Get it at - fingerstyle101.com/amazing Like this episode? Your reviews for this podcast mean the world to me, so please let us know what you thought about the Acoustic Asylum!

In today’s episode, we’re talking about a new rule of the Asylum: stop torturing yourself with the way you learn. Most guitarists quit because they think they’re not good enough, but often it’s cause the way they’re learning is actually torturing them. There is a better way. I take you through the most common mistakes people make and how to avoid them. Listen to discover the best ways you can approach your learning that will help you feel better about your playing and enjoy the journey.

Today, we’re going to talk about one of the Gatekeeper’s favourite pastimes, which is making you remember less. We’re going to flip it on its head so you can remember more and easier. I’m going to give you a test and a fun piece to play that will help your memory. A lot of students are frustrated about having poor memory, but there’s a method and technique to remembering. Take a listen to the episode to learn all about this memory trick that will help your guitar playing. If you enjoyed this podcast, you can get my free “guitar secrets” video course, which will help all beginners or those who are “stuck”. Get the course for free, exclusively at - https://fingerstyle101.com/secrets/ Like this episode? Your reviews for this podcast mean the world to me, so please let us know what you thought about the Acoustic Asylum!

Today, I’m going to talk about fixing the death grip. Most people might tell you to press harder, try harder, get more calluses, but this isn’t the case. The death grip is the main cause of buzzing, frustration, and in the episode, I take you through practical tips on how to conquer it, once and for all. The death grip is like your fingers being stuck in the mud, it will affect your chord changes, it will cause tension, and it will prevent you from having clear playing. Take a listen to the episode and start fixing your death grip today. If you enjoyed this podcast, you can get my free “guitar secrets” video course, which will help all beginners or those who are “stuck”. Get the course for free, exclusively at - https://fingerstyle101.com/secrets/ Like this episode? Your reviews for this podcast mean the world to me, so please let us know what you thought about the Acoustic Asylum!