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This podcast is for every mandolin and guitar player who wants an inspiration boost. Hosts Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin share professional tips, experiences, and stories that will support every music maker on their journey.
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In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: What are the best practice advice or helpful tips you have learned?Did you attend any good concerts this summer?Magnus biggest take aways from the workshops at Grenna Bluegrass Festival with Tristan ScrogginsMagnus’s new video lesson for pinky power.Hayes’ new video for Northfield Signal Electric Guitar.Hayes’ new Bulas two-point mandolin. Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more epi...
In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: When getting started, were you mostly self-taught or did you take lessons?What got you to pick up the mandolin the first time?Magnus is sharing videos of himself testing out the entire mandolin family: mandolin, mandola, octave mandolin, and mandocello.Hayes is sharing info and details about his new beginner course “Play Bluegrass Guitar in 30 days”. Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for...
In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund interviews one of the young mandolin stars in the bluegrass scene, Tristan Scroggins. He is a musician based in Nashville, and we recorded this episode while he’s on tour with Missy Raines’ band. The episode is full of good tips from a professional music maker, and there is an exciting discussion about: Being on the roadWomen in bluegrass music Learning from other instruments like banjo and fiddleHow to get the most out of camps and worksh...
In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: What are your thoughts about the electric mandolin?Hayes’s new video lesson about The OTHER mandolin scale you need to knowWhat is the most stupid comment you got when you said you play the mandolin?Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Jonathan Mann, Electric Mandolins http://www.manndolins.com/ Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast
In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: Learning a new instrument.5 Tips for Jam SessionsThe great online resource for learning the bass guitar, Study Bass by Andrew PouskaThings to consider when purchasing an instrument.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Study Bass, Andrew Pouska https://www.studybass.com/ Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast
In this podcast episode, I(Magnus Zetterlund) am chatting with my student, David Betcher, from Michigan, USA. A few of the subjects we touched upon are: Taking one step back to take two steps ahead.Learning to play the mandolin as an adult differs from learning to play as a kid.Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast If you want personal guidance from Magnus, you can follow this link to book an intro call: https://www.mandolinsecrets.com/apply
In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: What is your biggest struggle when it comes to fretboard knowledge?How do you visualize scales on the mandolin and guitar? Boxes, finger patterns, etc. Is there a book you’ve read that was valuable for your music playing?Magnus’s new video lesson shows a hero lick from Sierra Hull.The upcoming Fretboard Success program, in April 2025. Hayes’s one string guitar solo.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the sho...
In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: Where do you find the songs/tunes that inspire you?Do you have music goals for 2025?Magnus’s new YouTube video where he shows his pedal board with mandolin effects. Hayes’s new metal guitar arrangement of Big Sciota.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast
In this month’s episode, Magnus interviews one of the most innovative mandolin players on the world, Radim Zenkl, from the Czech Republic. He plays a variety of styles and genres and has a career in both USA and Europe. The episode is full of good tips from a professional music maker, and there is an exciting discussion about: Finding your own styleBeing influenced about different music genresBeing a professional musician + Much moreHere are the weblinks mentioned in the show. The websit...
In this podcast episode, Hayes Griffin and Magnus Zetterlund are discussing: What music-related items are on your holiday wish list this year?Does your mood affect your music playing or practice?Are you joining the Mandolin Player’s Holiday Challenge?Magnus’s new three-part arrangement of We Wish You A Merry ChristmasHayes’s guitar arrangements of We Wish You A Merry Christmas Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show: Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcas...
In this podcast episode, Hayes Griffin and Magnus Zetterlund are discussing: The 5th anniversary of Mandolin Secrets Academy. How to use the powerful back-chaining technique while memorizing music. Playing baroque music on the mandolin while highlighting Magnus’s new classical mandolin lesson “The prelude from Bach’s 1st Cello Suite”. We asked our community: Do you mostly play by tabs, notation, or by ear?Do you mostly play by tabs, notation, by ear, or by eye and ear?Do you attend music camp...
In this podcast episode, Hayes Griffin and Magnus Zetterlund discuss the interesting subject of contest playing. Why do it? How to apply? What to focus on? It's not only a general discussion; they also look deeper at Hayes's successful adventure when he placed 2nd at Walnut Valley Festival, National Flat-Picking Championships, Winfield, KS, in September 2024. We are highlighting: The good reasons to attend a contestWhat makes a good contest repertoireHow to craft a winning arrangementHa...
Magnus interviews mandolin player Patricia Cleary from Seattle in this month's episode. She's a member of Mandolin Secrets Academy and talks about her way of keeping focus and showing up for the mandolin daily with Magnus's guidance. It's inspiring to listen to her interesting view on the mandolin as a great depressant and anti-anxiety. "You can't be angry or sad playing the mandolin; it evokes so much joy!" Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast If yo...
This month’s episode was recorded in a car, and Magnus and Hayes are having a discussion about: Hayes’s visit to Swedenthe Grenna Bluegrass FestivalLeading workshops for players at different levelsPlaying good bluegrass breaksThe art of slow and steady progress making+ Much moreHere are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Grenna Bluegrass Festival https://www.grennabluegrass.se/
In this month’s episode, Magnus interviews one of Europe’s top bluegrass musicians, Ondra Kozák, from the Czech Republic. He plays mandolin, guitar, fiddle/violin, dobro, bass, etc. The episode is full of good tips from a professional music maker, and there is an exciting discussion about: - Being a multi-instrumentalist - The bluegrass scene in the Czech Republic - Being a professional musician - + Much more Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show: The website of Ondra Ko...
In this month’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: What is the best low-cost or "budget" instrument you've played?What is your favorite instrument shop and why?Do you perform any mandolin maintenance/repair yourself or take it to a luthier?Magnus's new lesson for the fiddle tune Red Haired Boy with some Adam Steffey Hero Licks.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast
In this month’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: How do you visualize scales on the mandolin and guitar? Boxes, finger patterns, etc. Anyone have a favorite app they use for practice?Magnus’s new lesson release for I’ve found a new babyHayes’ guitar tube amps and the digital alternatives.Magnus’s shares a story when he became the national TV guitarist. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast
In this month’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: Do you use a tone-guard for your mandolin? Why or why not?Do you know how to learn a song by ear? If so, how did you acquire this skill?Magnus’s new lesson release for the Martin Taylor Jazz lickGuitar Club: Mickey Abraham Chromatic Connecting LinesHere are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Martin Taylor Jazz Lick for Mandolin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l...
In this week’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: What is one of the most frustrating things you’ve had to overcome in music and how did you do it?What does your practice routine look like right now?What type of pick do you prefer and why?Magnus's new lesson for Swedish fiddle-tune Hultkläppens Am Polska.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Troy Grady https://troygrady.com/
In this week’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: Do you have music goals for the New Year?What are your tips for learning music by ear?Do you play other mandolin family instruments? (Octave mandolin, mandola, mandocello, etc.) Here are weblinks mentioned in the show. Sign up for LIVE stream notifications: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast
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