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Nov 15, 2025
A round-up of all the song lessons I've made using the most common chords in any major key: the one, four, and five! Including a new 3-page PDF guide, which will help you recognize the 1-4-5 chords at a glance.
October 31, 2025
Learn to riff & strum along with this 1971 classic from The Hollies! The intro in particular is some of the most fun I've had learning a new riff in quite some time.
October 24, 2025
I break down the 16 measure introduction to this all-time classic from Kansas, walking you through things step-by-step. Whether you want something simple or advanced, I've got you covered.
Oct 18, 2025
Learn to play this 1968 hit from S&G's Bookends album. Pure key of C goodness, with some of the most fun & beautiful walkdowns you'll find on acoustic guitar.
Oct 8, 2025
I answer an audience question about tempo, counting, and beats per minute (BPM) — with a spceific look at this classic from Cat Stevens. Is it played at 75bpm or 150bpm? I explain how both can work, depending on how you strum.
Sept 30, 2025
In this lesson I share the #1 must-know tip for making seamless chord transitions without interrupting your strumming. The secret is starting your chord transition early, even if you strum "empty" (unfretted) strings. I'll show you how!
Sept 18, 2025
Learn a guitar arrangement of Eddie Vedder's beautiful mandolin song from the Into the Wild soundtrack. Includes a bunch of tips for adding melodic strumming, as to capture Vedder's mandolin vibe.
Sept 10, 2025
A deep-dive into one of the most helpful techniques when learning to unlock the fretboard for lead guitar fun! Includes a 15-page PDF handbook, along with ten new play-along practice tracks.
August 29, 2025
After dozens and dozens of requests over the last few years, the time has come! Learn to play Jimmy Buffett's 1977 classic Margaritaville. Intro riff and melodic strumming fills included!
Coming soon is Jambox – which shows all the video jam tracks I've made. It's note quite ready for the spotlight, but check it out if you like!
Most of the lessons on my website are 100% free. If you have the means, please show your support with a tip jar contribution. I put many hours into every lesson — but it only takes you a minute to make a donation. You have my thanks!
Be sure to never miss a lesson by subscribing on YouTube. I put out 2-3 new videos every week. These include full song lessons, as well as covers, practice tips, behind-the-scenes updates. Thanks!
The step-by-step guitar guidance you've been waiting for! Learn your favorite songs & techniques with weekly lessons that actually explain how to get from here to there.
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Nov 15, 2025
A round-up of all the song lessons I've made using the most common chords in any major key: the one, four, and five! Including a new 3-page PDF guide, which will help you recognize the 1-4-5 chords at a glance.
October 31, 2025
Learn to riff & strum along with this 1971 classic from The Hollies! The intro in particular is some of the most fun I've had learning a new riff in quite some time.
October 24, 2025
I break down the 16 measure introduction to this all-time classic from Kansas, walking you through things step-by-step. Whether you want something simple or advanced, I've got you covered.
Oct 18, 2025
Learn to play this 1968 hit from S&G's Bookends album. Pure key of C goodness, with some of the most fun & beautiful walkdowns you'll find on acoustic guitar.
Oct 8, 2025
I answer an audience question about tempo, counting, and beats per minute (BPM) — with a spceific look at this classic from Cat Stevens. Is it played at 75bpm or 150bpm? I explain how both can work, depending on how you strum.
Sept 30, 2025
In this lesson I share the #1 must-know tip for making seamless chord transitions without interrupting your strumming. The secret is starting your chord transition early, even if you strum "empty" (unfretted) strings. I'll show you how!
Sept 18, 2025
Learn a guitar arrangement of Eddie Vedder's beautiful mandolin song from the Into the Wild soundtrack. Includes a bunch of tips for adding melodic strumming, as to capture Vedder's mandolin vibe.
Sept 10, 2025
A deep-dive into one of the most helpful techniques when learning to unlock the fretboard for lead guitar fun! Includes a 15-page PDF handbook, along with ten new play-along practice tracks.
August 29, 2025
After dozens and dozens of requests over the last few years, the time has come! Learn to play Jimmy Buffett's 1977 classic Margaritaville. Intro riff and melodic strumming fills included!
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Coming soon is Jambox – which shows all the video jam tracks I've made. It's note quite ready for the spotlight, but check it out if you like!
Most of the lessons on my website are 100% free. If you have the means, please show your support with a tip jar contribution. I put many hours into every lesson — but it only takes you a minute to make a donation. You have my thanks!
Be sure to never miss a lesson by subscribing on YouTube. I put out 2-3 new videos every week. These include full song lessons, as well as covers, practice tips, behind-the-scenes updates. Thanks!
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