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“I have been listening for just a couple of weeks, and it has helped me and encouraged me! Thank you! I have starting listening from the beginning. I will try to leave specific reviews about what is helpful. I love theory and the examples and hearing the excellent playing!”
Rah Hud via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/24
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“Love listening to this show. Been learning a lot about music theory.”
on the cliff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/24
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“I have lsitened to all of Desi's podcasts and they are always informative and presented very well. Desi actually gives real information in his podcsts that a guitarists can learn and use. His two books 'Fretboad Theory Vols-1 & 2' are a must for any guitarist willing to learn more...”Read full review »
Klaatu2017 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/24
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“I’ve had a private lesson with Desi. I’ve also taken his Improv 101 class (I’ll take it again). Desi gives a working Musicians perspective on all the things we, “guitar engineers”, need to acquire on path to confidence as solid performers. Thanks, Desi!”
GByePorkPieHat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/24
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“Have tried several guitar theory and learning podcasts and this is by far the best. Desi’s understanding and more importantly his delivery of information is excellent. He never belittles and you can feel his passion, highly recommend.”
mmeyer434 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/07/24
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“The best podcasts on guitar ever!”
fender boyo via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/19/24
“Listening to people who know music inside and out because they’ve lived it is my idea of a real good time. This level of understanding is exactly what I’m interested in hearing more about.”
PhilipQsongwriter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/23
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“I’ve played bass and guitar for years and had the major/minor scales and arpeggios memorized up and down the fretboard. But this podcast is what made the pieces suddenly fit. The scales and chords made sense. Things clicked. And options became available that I didn’t know I had. This approach is...”Read full review »
D-Schrag via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/23
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“I am retired now. I’ve struggled with the why of chords and songs for decades. Looking forward to learning Theory.”
jst street via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/23
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“My playing has progressed more in the months following subscribing to this podcast than it has in years of practicing guitar and bass guitar using other methods. Desi’s way of explaining topics, Specifically by giving you small easy to understand bits thoroughly, without assuming you already know...”Read full review »
JSD$ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/23
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“Desi Serna makes music theory for guitar interesting, accessible, and applicable! What more can one say? Love this podcast!”
fitquest3000 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/25/23
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“I purchased Desi’s audio/video class on music theory and just in case you don’t want to read the review … it’s worth the money. I’m a bluegrass musician and I was afraid that the class would not be applicable to me because bluegrass rarely ventures above the 12th fret (as Norman Blake said:...”Read full review »
Jonesboro company via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“Desi ‘s love of music & the guitar is clearly evident in his careful & considerate answers to the listeners questions. He shares his thorough knowledge on a level that any novice may clearly understand. Realistic expectations and alternate methods for varying players abilities are...”Read full review »
Audio Wax via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/23
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“I came across Desi on Youtube and his messaging and teaching style immediate resonated with me. I was struggling with my approach and didn’t feel I was making the progress I wanted. Desi pointed me in the right direction and giving me the constructive feedback I needed - “learn songs!”. It was...”Read full review »
Geoff.D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/22
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“I discovered Desi on YouTube and loved the way he broke down songs and explained the theory behind it. I’m fairly new to guitar and would consider myself intermediate. I’m at the stage where I don’t want to just learn a song by parroting. So many on YouTube dumb it down too much.
But this...”Read full review »
DJ4265 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/22
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“Great stuff, well presented and clear.”
CraigHYoung via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/20/22
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“Desi is one of the best music instructors I have encountered. He is knowledgeable and has a great ability to convey his knowledge to students. I have a good amount of his teaching material and it has helped me tremendously. I highly recommend everything he creates.”
TaylorPlayer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/22
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“Desi Serna, I wish I would have found you sooner to explain the fretboard theory to me. I have been playing bass guitar for 31 years and since I am a vocalist as well, I have been playing guitar seriously for 20 years. Desi has the ability to explain the fretboard in relation to music theory...”Read full review »
4stringboy via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/06/21
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“I’m a fan. Desi is very knowledgeable and his examples from specific songs helps reinforce his lessons.”
John L F 65 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/11/21
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“Desi Serna is one of my favorite online guitar teacher. As a beginner I feel at ease with his style, not overwhelmed like some other guitar enthousiasts that are out there!”
tameesh via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
08/02/21
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“Desi is a gifted teacher. His podcasts offer generous lessons about theory, technique, equipment, the music industry and much more. And his video packages are well worth your money and time. You will not be disappointed.”
CaptnDavid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/21
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“Very thorough lesson! Great job!”
IuseBCasmyinitials via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/21
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“Thank you so much for your time. I will buy a book. I do dislike the happy original intro but thats cause im a curmudgeon.”
bobby2late via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/21
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“I Have gone from a strum along and noodle a solo with my band (for the last 20 years!), to opening my mind and playing with some solid listening, reading (I bought his book, it’s fantastic) and lots of practice.
I have grown so much.
Thanks desi.”
Bigman1972 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/21
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“Podcasts are a great way to learn music theory I’ve learnt so much from listening to Desi! I’ve even bought his guitar theory books which has boosted my theory and playing to another level! Thanks Desi I look forward to listening to some more podcasts!”
H0lland3r via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/20/21
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“Desi has an easy way about him, knows well what he is communicating, is consistent with delivery of information and enjoys teaching. If you’re looking for a friend on your musical journey, Desi’s the way.”
The Thaifoon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/21
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“Like many, I’d learned basic chords, scales and a few licks. But I never put it together into playing songs. Desi hammers the pooping home that songs are why we play in the first place. I’ve changed my practice habits dramatically, focusing on chord progressions With a metronome.
All the guitar...”Read full review »
kawinut via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/21
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“I found Desi’s podcast recently and am impressed by his teaching methods. He gives clear and detailed instructions that are easy to follow, now if i could only get my fingers to follow as i want them to! Thanks Desi!”
redshark091 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/09/21
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“Enough is enough dude...”
Beef ranger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/21
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“Brilliant. Desi Serna’s relaxed approach also allows you space to develop your own guitar style while also explaining important technical info that’s easy to follow. Both advanced players and beginners will find something useful.”
paulkent_uk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/01/21
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“I have been listening to this podcast for several months now and have finally submitted a review. This is an excellent resource for anyone learning to play the guitar and wanting a deeper understanding of the instrument and music theory. I am a beginning to intermediate guitarist. It is good to...”Read full review »
Super Awesome Jeff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/20
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“A must listen for any guitar player”
Vegan Newbie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/20
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“I’ve started listening as I now have a regular 70mile commute so I’m listening to podcasts for the first time. I’ve played for years mainly rhythm by ear including playing in a local amateur party covers band for fun doing a dozen gigs a year. I’ve been working on soloing and blues and there is...”Read full review »
John Lucas booth via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/21/20
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“I’ve been playing guitar (amongst other instruments) for over 30 years and consider myself intermediate. Problem is I’m self taught and learned everything by ear. I’ve tried to read books, watch videos etc but nothing was clicking. After listening to only the first few episodes of this podcast...”Read full review »
Crashdown1979 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/20
“Desi is a gifted teacher, and has mastered the art of teaching via podcast. I have been listening to this podcast nonstop for the past few weeks, and I have had leaps in my playing ability that I never thought would come from listening to a music theory podcast lecture.”
PonyGamerJr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/20
“After years of trying other methods I finally found Desi and his material including his podcast. In no time I was advancing my understanding of music theory and taking my ability to play guitar to the next level. Thank you Desi !”
fmarra71 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/30/20
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“I learn something from every one of Desi’s podcasts, and have listened to some of them several time. Probably will listen to most multiple times. I’m the type that needs to understand why I’m playing what I’m playing. For me, it’s an investment in being a better player in the long run, not...”Read full review »
meon2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/20
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“Love how Desi explains things and plays what he is explaining as he goes along, and how he breaks down popular songs to explain techniques too. Probably the best podcast for learning guitar that I have found as an intermediate player. He doesn’t go over my head either.”
Dheff4832 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/20/20
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“Thank you Sir, your podcasts have taught me a lot. I’m an intermediate guitar player with lots of gaps in my theoretical knowledge. I appreciate you plugging the gaps.
Very clear audio. Well written.
Cheers
Bill.”
Grthgjhbjghryrg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/20
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“Thanks for this pod cast! Amazing teacher!”
K1l21n via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/20
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“Desi is a great teacher who relates all the chord shapes and scale patterns we see in typical lessons and books to actual songs, which is the best way to truly understand and remember how they are used. If you read his two Guitar theory books while stopping to learn several of the example songs...”Read full review »
J Freakin A via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/20
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“I love his practical approach to music theory for guitar players. I’ve been listening to his podcasts and watching his YouTube videos for years and I’ve learned so much about pentatonic, major and menor scales, modes and how to apply theory and practice to performing songs. Highly, highly...”Read full review »
eatjunglefood via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/20
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“Desi, you are a great teacher, lots of tricks to remembering chord shapes! Look forward to hearing more episodes!!!”
tulsamark via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/20
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“You made learning the notes on the fretboard easy enough for a 1st grader. Thank you. I can’t wait to hear all of your podcasts!!”
smiffell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/20
“Thanks for all you do for “guitar engineers”!”
RPBsix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/20
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“Desi is an amazing guitar teacher. He really breaks things down in a easy to understand way.”
Alan Twilley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/20
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“I have learned so much/supplemented my knowledge and understanding of music theory and the fretboard from this. Thank you so much for giving my brain something useful to focus on every night while working at my mindless job.”
JaredYoon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/20
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“Best Podcast and instructor on the planet”
Rick Salazar 1962 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/20
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“Hi Desi love yours content great podcast one of the best about guitar stuff on internet. I would like to say that for most of starting guitarist (not only) epic option in terms of practice dail tone jam etc is Boss Js 10 would be nice to mention it sooner or later greets from Uk 🤘🏻”
marcin.jakubowski1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/20/20
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