The Guitar Coach: Recent Episodes

Richard Hillyer

Hello and welcome to 'The Guitar Coach' Podcast,

My name is Richard Hillyer and I'm a professional guitar coach based in Bristol, UK. This podcast was born from my passion on the guitar and that I have a real zest for everything guitar, fitness and business related.

The topics discussed on this podcast include music, guitar, fitness, mental health/well-being, entrepreneurship & business. If you enjoy listening please follow the Podcast and share with your friends also.

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In today's episode I sit down with musician, guitarist and entrepreneur Rob Chapman. Equal owner of Chapman guitars, Snake Oil and multiple other businesses this is a great episode for business focussed musicians. In this episode Rob discusses meeting the Captain (Lee Anderton), life in Malta, Chapman guitars and his band projects.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

Rich @TheGuitarCoach

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In today's episode I sit down with musician and guitarist Dan Leggatt. Dan is currently playing on the Michael Jackson theatre show and has experience playing on the Bee Gees tribute show also. In todays episode we talk all things cruise ship musicians, Kemper Profiler & Gear, Youtube and being a theatre guitarist.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

Rich @TheGuitarCoach

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In today's episode I sit down with multi instrumentalist and local musician Mark James. Mark currently manages a trio called the B Sides and gigs across the South West. We talk all things about teaching guitar and life out on the road as a musician.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

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In today's episode I sit down with special guest guitarist, Progress Academy business owner and Marshall Amplification specialist Steve Smith. We talk all things business, Marshall amps and the amazing career Steve has been fortunate to have.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

Rich @TheGuitarCoach

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In today's episode I sit down with special guest guitarist and educator Mike Bradley fresh off the plane from the NAMM show in LA. In today's episode we talk all things NAMM, guitar collection, business and new babies. Find out more about Mike here.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

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In today's episode I sit down with special guest guitarist and owner of Monty's guitars Matt Gleeson. Matt is a true gent, and a witty guy too. In this episode we talk all things guitars, pickups, and really what does make a great guitar? We also touch upon mental health and Matt gives insight on how he keeps on top of his and when he knows things are going a little off. If you are looking for the best guitar pickups and wiring looms you really can't go far wrong with a set of Monty's pickups. Check out their range here.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

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Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode, 👋 In today's episode I sit down with special guest guitarist and educator Ross Campbell. Ross has built a huge following on Youtube & Instagram of which he discusses in this video. Ross's success on social media is mainly down to the quality of content and production of his videos, plus he's a great personality too. Ross will be releasing the bullet proof guitar players course in mid May so definitely check out his website for updates about this. In this episode we talk guitar, guitar burn out and fitness. If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,Rich @TheGuitarCoach#bulletproofguitarplayer #rosscampbell #theguitarcoach

Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode, 👋 In today's episode I sit down with singer/songwriter & guitarist Ash Tucker. We talk about playing guitar on a big theatre show, touring, musicians mental health plus Ash's new band Weekend Warrior.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.

Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

Rich @TheGuitarCoach

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In today's episode I sit down with guitarist Danny Bigland to discuss all things Depsapp. Danny is the founder of Depsapp which is a community of musicians who share dep job opportunities online via a set of online groups. Some of the artists within these groups have played with Ed Sheeran, Adele, Sam Smith, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, George Ezra, Sam Ryder, Cat Burns, Rick Astley, Natalie Imbruglia, Prince, Bob Dylan, Amy Winehouse, Kasabian, Rag N Bone Man, Noel Gallagher, KT Tunstall, The Scissor Sisters, Joe Bonamassa, James Arthur, David Guetta, Calum Scott, Pixie Lott, Dappy, Marlon Roudette, Jason Derulo, Tulisa, The Eagles, Kylie Minogue, Jessie J, Carlos Santana, Van Morrison, Liam Payne, Westlife, Rod Stewart, Lana del Rey, Diana Ross, Cliff Richards, Zara Larson, Katherine Jenkins, Carly Rae Jepson, John Newman, Tom Jones & the BBC, Lionel Ritchie, Rod Stewart, Cliff Richard, Robbie Williams, Sister Sledge, Girls Aloud, S Club 7, James Morrison, Ronan Keating, Susan Boyle, Claire Richards (Steps), Alexandra Burke, Nate James, Paloma Faith, The Judge Jules Band just to name a few.

If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the subscribe & follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests like this one, upgrade operations and create regular content.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.

Thanks for supporting this podcast and our Youtube channel,

Rich @TheGuitarCoach

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Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode. In todays episode I talk with freelance guitarist and session musician Andrew Moore. https://instagram.com/andrewmooreguitar If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience. Alternatively if you'd like to support the channel you can do so via the tip jar here. With your help I can secure more guests, upgrade operations and create regular content. https://linktr.ee/theguitarcoach If you'd like to find out more about todays podcast guest you can do so here. We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com. Thanks for supporting this podcast, Rich @TheGuitarCoach

Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode. In todays episode I talk with guitarist and composer Ryan Davey. If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast episode please consider hitting the follow button as it really does help us reach a wider audience.

If you'd like to find out more about todays podcast guest you can do so here https://ryanjdmusic.net.

We are always looking for interesting guest to guest on this podcast and if you'd like to feature on an upcoming episode please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.

Thanks for supporting this podcast,

The Guitar Coach

Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode. Today's guest is vocalist, guitarist and El Toro Music business owner Henry Ray. If you are in the Chippenham area definitely take a visit to El Toro Music. If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast and are either a musician or business type or both then I would love to hear from you.

Please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support in watching and listening to this episode.

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Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode. Today's guest is guitarist and producer Ben Newton. Ben is a self employed guitarist and producer based in Essex. If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast and are either a musician or business type or both then I would love to hear from you.

Please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support in watching and listening to this episode.

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Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode. Sorry there's been such a break in episodes but life has a way of getting busy and puling you away from the things you really want to be doing. Todays guest is guitarist and tutor James Hobley. James is a self employed guitar tutor based in Cheltenham.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast and are either a musician or business type or both then I would love to hear from you. Please contact theguitarcoach1@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support in watching and listening to this episode.

In this interview with BBC Radio Somerset Rich talks about growing up and his experience as a guitarist.

Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast episode. In this episode I sit down with Adrian Thorpe, owner of Thorpy FX. Adrian makes some of the finest pedals available on the market today and is also a top guy to talk with.

If you enjoyed listening to this episode don't forget to hit subscribe before you leave to stay up to date as soon as a new episode is released. If you are looking for guidance on the guitar and would like to develop your skills you can sign up for guitar coaching by clicking here.

To find out all about Thorpy FX or to check out the range of pedals available click here.

Until next time stay safe and thanks once again for listening,

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In this weeks episode I catch up with Portishead based singer/songwriter and vocal coach Grace Martinson. Grace has a fantastic voice and it's always a pleasure to catch up with her to find out what she's been up to. If you'd like more information about our guest today or would like to book a vocal coaching session with Grace then please click here.

If you enjoyed listening to this episode don't forget to hit subscribe before you leave to keep up to date when a new episode is released. If you are looking for guidance on the guitar and would like to develop your skills you can also sign up for guitar coaching by clicking this link.

Until next time stay safe and thanks again for listening,

Many Thanks,

Richard Hillyer - The Guitar Coach 🎸

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Hello and welcome to this weeks podcast,

In this episode I catch up with Plymouth based guitarist and composer Michael Baugh. It is always a pleasure to catch up with Michael as he's so down to earth, very humble and open to answering all questions asked. Michael also surprises us all with a treat play through of his brand new, not yet released new single.

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If you're looking to improve as a guitar player and achieve your goals on this great instrument, why not consider signing up for online guitar coaching here.

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Hello and welcome to todays podcast episode. I had the pleasure of catching up with a great friend of mine Matthew Reynolds recently over a Zoom call and he has just released his new single "Everglow." In this episode we talk about the release of his new single, fitness, motivation and staying positive in lockdown. You can also watch the full video to accompany this over on The Guitar Coach Facebook page.

In this episode I talk with professional bassist Phillip Court about his career in the music industry, dealing with lockdown and advice for up and coming musicians. Phil is available for remote recording sessions and online bass tuition. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe. To book a lesson with Phil click here https://www.phillcourtmusic.com/ To sign up for online guitar coaching click here https://the-guitarcoach.com/

Hello and welcome to the first episode brought to you by The Guitar Coach. My name is Richard Hillyer and I'm a Bristol based guitarist, musician and entrepreneur. In this episode we celebrate the launch of the guitar coach premium coaching services, plus I interview fantastic London based session guitarist Lewis Allen. Lewis has worked with some high caliber artists in the industry including Tom Jones, Jessie J, The Saturdays, Sam Payne, Liam Payne and the list goes on. I hope you enjoy this first episode, don't forget to follow this podcast if you enjoy listening and to visit my website if you'd like to learn more about the The Guitar Coach services I offer. If you'd like to watch the video that accompanies this podcast you can do so here. Thanks for listening, The Guitar Coach

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