Your acoustic guitar is an incredibly powerful tool. Its melodic and percussive nature allows you to create lots of energy and dynamic if utilized properly. Unfortunately, many worship leaders are under-utilizing this versatile instrument because they have never been taught a handful of simple techniques that can take your acoustic guitar playing to the next level. Whether you lead alone (just you and your acoustic guitar), or you have a worship band, using the six techniques outlined in this episode will help you grow as an acoustic player and better utilize this incredible instrument for God’s glory. The first half of this episode is a playthrough of a popular worship song (5:00 – 14:43), demonstrating the techniques in action. The second half is an overview and explanation of each technique in detail (14:45 – End). Feel free to skip to whichever part you'll find most helpful. And don't forget to listen at "normal speed" on your podcast app!  WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS LESSON Direct Download RESOURCES MENTIONED: Capo Cheat Sheet Chord Family Cheat Sheet (Nashville Numbers System) Using Vocal Cues to Help Your Church Sing Strumming Patterns I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!  EMAIL ME your thoughts on this episode or ASK A QUESTION that you’d like us to answer on a future episode by calling +1-831-607-WLT1 Say hi on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, or FACEBOOK SHARE: EMAIL TO A FRIEND TWEET THIS EPISODE SHARE THIS EPISODE ON FACEBOOK    Our Sponsor This Month – Alclair Audio In-Ear Monitors Alclair Audio's in-ear monitors are some of the best sounding in-ear monitors available at very affordable prices. Join artists like Crowder, Vertical Worship, All Sons and Daughters, and Shane & Shane, and get yourself a great shiny new set of Alclair in-ear monitors at an incredible price.  Our listeners get an exclusive discount! Enter WMTPODCAST at checkout for 10% off ANY  SET OF MONITORS!