Why you’re not getting any better at guitar

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Why you’re not getting any better at guitar

FromPickup Music Pod for Guitarists

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Aug 18, 2023

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This week, Sam and Karl are taking a look at some common roadblocks that hold back guitarists from making progress.Staying in your comfort zone Lack of organizationBeing a bedroom guitaristLearning licks/songs without conceptsStart a free 14-day trial at pickupmusic.com

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Aug 18, 2023

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Weekly pod for guitarists from Pickup Music, the #1 online guitar learning platform, with Sam Blakelock (co-founder) and Karl Kerfoot (Head of Education).https://pickupmusic.com/

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Why you’re not getting any better at guitar

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