Rae's Riffs

16/03/2026

🎸 The Feelin’ The Rhythm Guitar Book Series 🎸

I’m pleased to announce that the updated edition of Feelin’ The Rhythm – Book 3 is now available!

The Feelin’ The Rhythm series is a progressive set of rhythm guitar tuition books designed to help guitarists develop strong rhythm playing skills step by step — from beginner through to advanced level.

📚 All three books are now available on Amazon in high-quality paperback editions:

Book 1 – Foundations of Rhythm Guitar (Updated Edition)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0FZHJRXDT?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tpbk_0&storeType=ebooks&qid=1773666396&sr=8-2

Book 2 – Expanding Chords and Musical Understanding (Updated Edition)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0G1LRZVCP?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tpbk_1&storeType=ebooks&qid=1773666396&sr=8-2

Book 3 – Intermediate Rhythm Guitar (Updated Edition)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0GSHN4P15?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tpbk_2&storeType=ebooks&qid=1773666396&sr=8-2

Each book builds on the previous one, covering topics such as rhythm and timing, chord charts, strumming patterns, barre chords, the circle of fifths, harmonised chords, and more advanced rhythm guitar techniques.

🚧 Book 4 Advanced Rhythm Guitar is currently being updated and will be available soon.

If you enjoy rhythm guitar or know someone learning guitar, feel free to share this post!

Also checkout my website for more information https://www.raesriffs.com/feelintherhythm

13/01/2026

My new website is live at www.raesriffs.com and it’s the best place to start your guitar journey with me.

Whether you’re a beginner picking up a guitar for the first time or a player looking to level up your skills, I offer personalized lessons designed around your goals, style, and pace.
Check out lesson options, learn more about my teaching approach at 👉 www.raesriffs.com

Rae's Riffs is dedicated guitar tuition school, located in East Kilbride, focused on inspiring confidence, creativity, and progress in every student we work with.

22/12/2025

🎄🎸 Christmas Guitar Lesson Gift Vouchers – Limited Time Offer! 🎸🎄

Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift for the guitarist in your life?
Give them something they’ll actually use and love 🎶

This Christmas, buy 10 guitar lessons and get 1 lesson FREE of the same duration!

✨ Available lesson lengths:
✔️ 30 minutes
✔️ 45 minutes
✔️ 1 hour

🎁 Vouchers make a great gift for:
• Complete beginners
• Players getting back into guitar
• Guitarists wanting to improve rhythm & lead playing, reading standard notation, music theory, learning melodies and songs.

Each voucher comes as a professionally designed gift certificate, ready to give on Christmas Day 🎄

📍 Lessons with Rae’s Riffs
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⏰ Christmas offer available for a limited time only – get in early to avoid missing out!

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22/11/2025

🎸 Festive Gift Alert! 🎄

Looking for the perfect present for the aspiring musician in your life? My Festive Block Booking Gift Certificate is now available — ideal for beginners, hobbyists, or anyone ready to take their guitar playing to the next level!

✨ Special Offer
Purchase 10 guitar lessons in advance (choose 30, 45, or 60 minutes) and receive 1 bonus lesson FREE of the same duration!

🎁 Perfect as a Christmas gift or a treat for yourself!

📍 Key Details
✔ Lessons take place weekly at my home studio in East Kilbride
✔ Current weekly availability is Saturdays only, contact me to confirm available time slots.
✔ Lesson durations available: 30, 45, or 60 minutes

🎶 Whether the goal is to strum a first song or master advanced techniques, I tailor every lesson to the student's musical interests and skill level.

📩 Message me to purchase your gift certificate or ask any questions!

Give the gift of music this festive season! 🎸✨

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10/11/2025

🎸 New Editions Now Available! 🎶

I’m excited to announce that new updated editions of my guitar Book 1 and Book 2 from my Feelin’ the Rhythm series are now available on Amazon!

These updated versions feature clearer explanations, improved layouts, and enhanced rhythm exercises — perfect for helping you take your rhythm guitar playing to the next level.

👉 Book 1: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0FZHJRXDT

👉 Book 2: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0G1LRZVCP

📘 Updates to Books 3 & 4 are coming soon — stay tuned!

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🎶 About the Series
The Feelin’ the Rhythm series by Simon Rae offers a structured and progressive approach to learning rhythm guitar.
Designed for both complete beginners and intermediate players, it provides clear, step-by-step guidance that’s easy to follow yet rich in depth for those looking to refine their skills.

You’ll build:
✅ Strong rhythm guitar technique
✅ Broader musical understanding
✅ Improved timing and coordination

It’s also an excellent companion for graded guitar exam preparation.

🎸 Feelin’ the Rhythm – Book 1
Perfect for total beginners and above, Book 1 covers the essential foundations of rhythm guitar playing:

Playing rhythm guitar effectively

Reading chord charts and chord boxes

3-string chord shapes (C, G, Am, Em, Dm, D, G7, D7, A, E, A7, E7)

Timing and rhythm (whole, half, dotted, quarter, and eighth notes)

Using a metronome and working with tempo

Strumming patterns in 3/4 and 4/4 time

Basic music theory, harmonised chords, and chord progressions

Understanding musical notation

🎶 Feelin’ the Rhythm – Book 2
Take your playing to the next level and explore new keys using the Circle of Fifths as your guide.
You’ll learn to:

Master open and small barre chord shapes

Play harmonised triads and 7th chords in C, G & D major (and relative minors A, E & Bm)

Build essential chord types (major, minor, diminished, 7th, m7♭5 and more)

Add colour with sus2, sus4, add9, and major 6th chords

Strengthen timing with varied note values

Play expressively with dynamics and strumming patterns

Understand endings, harmonised chords, chord progressions, and notation

Each chapter connects theory with real-world playing — ideal for personal study, band rehearsal, or graded exam prep.

📘 Books 3 & 4 are in progress — updates coming soon!
Thank you all for your support and for being part of the Feelin’ the Rhythm journey. 🎵

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03/11/2025

🎸 **Exciting News from the Studio!**

This Saturday, I had the pleasure of welcoming a new student for his very first guitar lesson. He’s been learning for a few months through online apps, and it was great to hear him play a song he’d been working on — demonstrating some solid early skills with melody and chords.

During our first session together, we covered a lot of ground:

🎵 Understanding the basics of reading standard notation
🎸 Learning to read and play melodies using the E, F & G notes on the first string
🔹 Open chords — G, C & D Major, A, D & E minor
🕒 Following time signatures and strum patterns to play chord progressions
🎶 Exploring C & G major scales
🎷 Starting the intro and rhythm section of a blues instrumental

He’s now following my structured progressive method, designed to build solid technique and accelerate learning — much faster than learning from apps alone.

If you’ve been thinking about taking guitar lessons, there’s no better time to start. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or looking to level up your skills, I’ll guide you every step of the way.

📅 **Book your first lesson today!**
Send me a message for more information.

27/10/2025

My teaching approach covers reading both traditional music notation and guitar tablature, along with music theory, chords and scales, taught in a structured and progressive way.

Students also have the option to work towards graded guitar exams — many of my pupils have achieved excellent results, including distinctions at Grade 8 level.

In addition to technique and theory, we’ll explore lead guitar riffs, rhythm playing, and learning songs.

I have recording facilities available, where students can record instrumental tracks or play along with backing tracks.

23/10/2025

🎸 A Little Inspiration for the Lesson Room! 🎶

I’ve just added a Gibson J-45 to my collection — one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever made! I’ll be using it during lessons and demonstrations to show how expressive and dynamic the guitar can truly be. Its warm, balanced tone is a real reminder of why I fell in love with playing in the first place.

In my lessons, I focus on helping each student develop their own sound, build solid technique, and enjoy every step of the journey. Whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or refining your playing, I’ll help you grow your skills with confidence and creativity.

🎶 If you’ve been thinking about learning, now’s a great time to start — get in touch to book your first lesson!

21/10/2025

🎸 Guitar Lessons – Saturday Afternoon Spaces Available! 🎸

I have a few weekly guitar lesson slots available on Saturday afternoons from 12pm onwards at my home studio in Lindsayfield, East Kilbride.

I offer electric, acoustic and classical guitar lessons for beginners through to advanced players, covering all styles. Lessons focus on both practical playing skills and music theory, helping you become a confident, well-rounded guitarist.

🎼 What you can learn:
Technique, rhythm & lead playing
Chords, scales & improvisation
Song learning & performance skills
Music theory & fretboard knowledge
Sight reading & ear training
Exam preparation (RGT, Rockschool, ABRSM & more)

✅ Lesson lengths available:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes

📚 About me:
Guitar Teaching Diploma – University of West London
Grade 8 Performance Award – RGT (Registry of Guitar Tutors)
ABRSM Music Theory Qualification
Experienced tutor offering friendly, structured, and engaging lessons.

If you’re interested, or know someone who might be, get in touch for more info or to book a lesson!
📞 Call/Text: 07367 924059
📧 Email: [email protected]