Have You Hit the Intermediate Guitar Plateau?
You've been playing guitar for a while. You can play songs. You practice. But lately, it feels like you're not really getting any better.
You may not need to practice more. You may need to know what to work on next.
Send me a short video of yourself playing guitar and I'll assess where you're at, what may be holding you back, and what I'd recommend you focus on next.
No professional recording required. A phone video is completely fine. 100% private. Your video will will not be shared or seen by others.
You're Not a Beginner Anymore. So What's Next?
When you're learning guitar as a beginner, it's usually pretty clear what to work on.
Learn some chords.
Learn some songs.
Learn some scales.
Practice your technique.
But eventually, you reach a point where you've learned a lot of those things—and yet you still don't feel like the guitarist you want to become.
You can play.
You know your way around the instrument.
But something is missing.
Maybe your improvising doesn't sound the way you want.
Maybe you struggle to connect what you know across the fretboard.
Maybe your technique isn't as fluid as you'd like.
Maybe you simply don't know what you should be practicing anymore.
That's where an outside perspective can help.
Let Me Hear You Play
I've created the Intermediate Guitar Plateau Assessment to help you figure out what's really going on with your playing.
You'll record a short video of yourself playing guitar and send it to me.
It doesn't need to be polished or perfect. I actually want to hear how you naturally play.
I'll look at your playing and give you my perspective on:
What you're already doing well
Where I see opportunities for improvement
What may be limiting your progress
What I think you should focus on next
How I would approach your development as a guitarist
How It Works
1. Record Yourself
Use your phone to record 2–3 minutes of yourself playing guitar.
Play a song, improvise, demonstrate a technique, or simply play something that represents your current ability.
2. Tell Me About Your Playing
I'll ask you a few questions about your experience, your goals, and what you're currently struggling with.
3. Submit Your Video
Upload your video directly through the assessment form.
4. I'll Review It
I'll watch your video and assess the areas that may be keeping you from progressing.
5. Get Your Next Steps
I'll give you my recommendations for what I'd work on next.
If I think my Intermediate Guitar Program is a good fit for what you're trying to accomplish, I'll explain how it can help.
What Should I Play in the Video?
Don't overthink it.
You could:
Play a song you're currently working on
Play something you've been playing for years
Improvise over a backing track
Demonstrate your technique
Play scales or exercises
Play something you feel represents your ability
You don't need to impress me.
The purpose of the video is to give me an honest picture of where you're at as a guitarist.
A phone recording is completely fine.
What I'll Be Looking For
Depending on your playing and goals, I may look at things such as:
Technique
Rhythm and timing
Fretboard knowledge
Chord vocabulary
Scale knowledge
Improvisation
Phrasing
Musicality
Coordination
Overall fluency on the instrument
I'll focus on the areas that are most relevant to your playing.
Ready to Find Out What's Holding You Back?
You don't need another hundred random guitar videos telling you what to practice.
You need to know what you should be working on.
Send me a short video of yourself playing and I'll take a look.
2–5 minute video • Phone recording is fine
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be an advanced guitarist?
No. This assessment is specifically intended for guitarists who feel they've moved beyond the beginner stage but aren't sure how to continue progressing.
Does my video need to be professionally recorded?
Absolutely not. A phone recording is fine. I want to hear you play naturally.
How long should the video be?
Around 2–3 minutes is ideal.
What should I play?
Whatever you think best represents your current playing. You can play a song, improvise, demonstrate a technique, or simply play something you're working on.
What if I don't know what's wrong with my playing?
That's exactly why the assessment can be useful. Tell me what you're struggling with—or simply tell me that you're not sure what's holding you back.
Is the assessment really free?
Yes. The initial assessment is being offered free of charge.
What happens after the assessment?
I'll give you my observations and recommendations. If I think my Intermediate Guitar Program is appropriate for your goals, I'll let you know how it can help. There is no obligation to enroll.
Let's Figure Out What's Next for Your Guitar Playing.
Start with a 2–3 minute phone recording.
