Ep.74. Why I don't teach songs
Episode 8 of the Always getting better podcast, hosted by Tim Love, titled "Ep.74. Why I don't teach songs" was published on December 6, 2025 and runs 20 minutes.
December 6, 2025 ·20m · Always getting better
Summary
Send us Fan Mail In this short solo episode, I break down why I’ve stopped teaching songs as the core of my guitar lessons. Songs are great — but they’re only one element of learning guitar. Over the years, I’ve seen too many intermediate players who can memorise riffs yet struggle with the fundamentals that actually make someone a musician: rhythm, timing, ear training, and transcription. I explain why relying on song-based learning creates big gaps, how it holds players back in the long run...
Episode Description
In this short solo episode, I break down why I’ve stopped teaching songs as the core of my guitar lessons. Songs are great — but they’re only one element of learning guitar. Over the years, I’ve seen too many intermediate players who can memorise riffs yet struggle with the fundamentals that actually make someone a musician: rhythm, timing, ear training, and transcription.
I explain why relying on song-based learning creates big gaps, how it holds players back in the long run, and what skills you should focus on instead if you want real, long-lasting improvement. If you’ve ever felt stuck on guitar despite “learning songs,” this episode will help you understand why — and how to fix it.
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