Learn to Play Hotel California This Week
Five short lessons. Zero experience needed. One feeling you won’t forget.
You’ve heard this song a hundred times. In five days, you’ll play it and feel something most guitarists never chase: THE RUSH of doing something you thought you couldn’t.
This isn’t a taster course designed to sell you something.
It’s five real lessons that teach you a real process, the same process that works for hundreds of songs, not just this one. By Day 4, you’ll be playing along to Hotel California.
By Day 5, you’ll understand why guitarists can never stop chasing the next song.
🎸 5-Day Guitar Quickstart Challenge
What You’ll Learn:
Day 1: Find the notes. Your hands on the fretboard for the first time โ or the first time it actually makes sense.
Day 2: Build the chords. The 2 finger power chord shape used in hundreds of rock songs.
Day 3: Add rhythm that sounds musical + the “one position” shortcut.
Day 4: Play along with Hotel California – the complete song. Today, not someday.
Day 5: What’s next. The process to unlock hundreds more songs using this same method
PLUS…
Instant Access To:
✅ Step-by-step video lessons with John
✅ Learn the exact method that works for electric, acoustic, AND classical guitars
✅ No boring theory – just real music that sounds good immediately
✅ Community support from John and fellow students
Each lesson is under 12 minutes. You don’t need a specific type of guitar. You don’t need to read music. You just need to show up.
“There’s a feeling that happens when you play something you thought was out of reach. Musicians know it. I’ve been chasing it for 40 years. By the end of this week, you’ll know it too.” โ John Gilliat, Your Guitar School
What Students Say:
“I was up till 12:00 PM playing your video, it’s fantastic. Within a few weeks I was able to start playing my favourite songs!”
– Glen Jackson, Fort Langley, BC
“John’s teaching style makes it easy to learn guitar one step at a time. Guitar has become my favourite hobby, a source of revenue, and an amazing creative outlet.”
– Alton Ledbetter, San Diego, CA
“Maestro, Knowing your Background and Struggles definitely provides some insight into not just the nature of creating and playing music, but how each individual has a different, yet shared experience in their goals and the achievement of said goals. Ole, and thank you for sharing.“
– Agustin El Moro, San Diego, CA
As soon as you sign up, your first lesson lands in your inbox. The other four follow day by day.
No waiting. No course dashboard to set up. Just open the email and play.
Your Instructor: John Gilliat
- 40+ years performing & teaching
- West Coast Music Award Nominee
- Taught 1,000+ students privately
- International Touring & Recording Artist
- Capilano University Graduate
“Throughout my 45-year journey, I’ve uncovered hundreds of shortcuts I wish someone had shared with me earlier. Now I’m sharing them with you.”
Frequently Asked Questions…
Q: Do I need a guitar to start?
A: Not for Day 1! You can learn the fretboard system just by watching. By Day 2, you’ll want one to practice with.
Q: Is this really free?
A: Yes! No credit card required. Just your email so I can send you the lessons. You can unsubscribe at anytime.
Q: What if I’m a complete beginner?
A: Perfect! This is designed specifically for complete beginners or anyone returning to guitar after a break.
Q: How long are the lessons?
A: Each day’s lesson is 8-15 minutes. Short, focused, and immediately actionable.

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