Bradley Laird's Grass Talk Radio - Bluegrass
Bradley Laird's GrassTalkRadio is about learning to play bluegrass music. Show notes for each episode are found at: http://www.grasstalkradio.com Whether you have been playing 5 minutes or 5 years we all want to become better players. Bradley will help you stay on the path, avoid discouragement, make real progress and enjoy participation in this game we call bluegrass.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 216
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
GTR-016 - Scott Tichenor Interview
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 016
Scott Tichenor Interview - Scott Tichenor is one of the unsung heroes of the internet. His website MandolinCafe.com has influenced and brought together untold thousands…
GTR-015 - Choosing a Guide
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 015
Choosing a Guide - Whether you are crossing the Great Plains in a covered wagon, or learning to play an instrument, it is a great benefit to choose a guide who has made…
GTR-014 - Jack of All Trades
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 014
Jack of All Trades - In this episode I debate whether you should play just one bluegrass instrument or dabble in many. What are the pros and cons? Have fun and please r…
GTR-013 - Field Guide to Bluegrass Jammers
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 013
Field Guide to Bluegrass Jammers - In this episode I describe the 12 types of folks you will encounter at bluegrass jam sessions. Which one are you?
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GTR-012 - See The Elephant
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 012
See The Elephant - In this episode I describe a few of my early bluegrass festival experiences, how it felt to be a complete idiot, and how I "saw the elephant". I hope…
GTR-011 - David Ellis Interview
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 011
David Ellis Interview - In this episode I talk with the multi-talented musician and teacher, David Ellis. He has played bluegrass since the age of 14 and has taught cou…
GTR-010 - Practice Versus Playing
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 010
Practice Versus Playing - In this episode I discuss how we learn, the difference between practice and playing, and why some people advance and others lag behind. What w…
GTR-009 - A Partner In Crime
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 009
A Partner In Crime - In this episode I talk about how important it is to latch on to a "partner in crime." You need somebody to knock around with, talk bluegrass with, …
GTR-008 - Documenting Your Progress
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 008
Documenting Your Progress - In this episode I discuss the value of documenting your progress. It is one of the best ways to see that you have in fact been making real p…
GTR-007 - Supercharge Your Playing With The Chip
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 007
Supercharge Your Playing With "The Chip" - In this episode I describe my new invention "The Chip". It takes all the work out of learning to play an instrument. I also d…
GTR-006 - Looking for Shortcuts
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 006
Looking For Shortcuts - In this episode I talk about the merits of seeking shortcuts versus meandering along the path. Enjoy!
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GTR-005 - Can You Teach An Old Dog New Tricks?
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 005
Can You Teach An Old Dog New Tricks? - In this episode I respond to a question I got from listener. I compare learning at different stages of the process and offer food…
GTR-004 - How to Fail
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 004
How to Fail - In this episode I discuss two guys I call Bob and Dave (You could call them Jane and Mary if you like.) who both set out to learn to play an instrument. B…
GTR-003 - Looking in the Mirror
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 003
Looking in the Mirror - In this episode I talk self-analysis. I'll give you the questionnaire I use with my own students. Considering these 25 things can help you know …
GTR-002 - The Ugly Truth
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 002
The Ugly Truth - In this episode I talk about the two choices you have when you embark on the journey of learning to play an instrument. I call it the ugly truth becaus…
GTR-001 - Dealing with Discouragement
GrassTalkRadio.com Episode 001
Dealing With Discouragement - In this episode I discuss ways to evaluate your progress in learning to play and I hope to lift your spirits a bit if you are becoming dis…