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self-disciplined} in your approach. Self study goes with the territory when learning to play guitar of course, same as any other skill, and you can easily get frustrated and disillusioned. The best way to learn is still probably to get a qualified guitar teacher, but if this isn’t an option, or you want to back it up with additional learning, you could look to the internet for resources to help you.
basics
First off, a guitar. There is no way you can learn to play without owning or borrowing a guitar. The type of guitar you choose is primarily a matter of personal taste. It could be electric, acoustic, folk, classical or jazz. The choice is up to you. You will also need a computer of a reasonable specification, good enough that you aren’t distracted from learning to play by technical computer issues.
Next you have to get your brain in gear. If you want to succeed you will need to have dedicated time for learning and make sure that nothing interrupts you. Have a plan in mind of what you want to achieve, and by when. But temper it with reality so you can celebrate when you do achieve your goals. Remember to take a break every half hour or so, even if it is only for a few minutes. This will help with the mental aspects of learning your new skills.
The next thing to do is some basic research into which are the best websites to help you learn. This is an important step in achieving your goal, so don’t rush it. Choosing the wrong site at this stage could lead to frustrations later on.
When you have chosen your site, and paid your membership if appropriate, you can get down to the actual process of learning to play guitar. It is important that you follow through the lessons in the correct sequence and understand the learning points involved. You can’t do too much practice when learning the guitar, but always try to push forwards with your learning.
To really feel like you are getting somewhere, one tip is to get the guitar tablature (tab) to your favourite song and learn to play that. Even if you do this in parallel to your online course it is a great way for you to personally measure your progress.
If you find a particular technique that is causing you problems, a good tip is to practice it as slowly as possible. This is the great advantage of online learning – no-one is breathing down your neck. Just keep trying, slowly, and eventually you will succeed. It is like any skill you learn, the more times you do it the more opportunity your brain has to learn it.
Yes, your fingers will get sore, and yes you will get frustrated at times. Just keep remembering to take a break and come back to it. In a few weeks you will be amazed by how well you have picked up all the little tips and techniques.
After that the sky is definitely the limit!
Bio:
Phil Marston is the editor of www.guitarextras.com – everything extra you need to help you play guitar. Phil enjoys making music, tai chi, the great outdoors, and has a passion for all things internet.
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