Acoustic Newb

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Comment by Walt Pilcher on August 31, 2009 at 5:35pm

Welcome, Hugh. Yeah, you've come to the right place, but not because we're all frustrated! Of course, we all, even the veteran players, get frustrated from time to time. Those of us who weren't fortunate enough to start guitar much earlier in life just have to apply the patience that's supposed to come with "maturity" (although I'd rather be Peter Pan). There are several experienced players and some teachers in this group who are generous with their advice, and we've all been learning a lot from each other. Take a look through some of the existing discussions, and if you have a specific question or frustration, or a victory, feel free to start a discussion of your own about it.

I visited The Villages last year so I know there is at least one acoustic string music circle that meets there. I suggest you contact them and see if they'd let you sit in even as a beginner. I'll bet they would! And it would be a tremendous help (I speak from experience as a beginner who was fortunate to get into a group even before I had my own guitar!).

Walt

Comment by Hugh McCloskey on August 31, 2009 at 4:26pm

Hi Guys: I just joined the community and spotted the "newb" group. Sounds right up my alley. I've been taking group lessons for about 10 months and am starting to get pretty frustrated about my progress.
Did I come to the right place?
Hugh

Comment by Edward Sparks on August 31, 2009 at 2:23pm

I have been playing over 30 years and I still have them too! And you are right, it's a great feeling! Edward

Comment by ebby-the-dreamer on August 31, 2009 at 8:02am

i love having "aha!" moments with my guitar.

Comment by dr faustus on August 19, 2009 at 3:40pm

But it's true - wasn't meant to be funny. *whinge whinge whinge* 8-D

Comment by ebby-the-dreamer on August 19, 2009 at 3:18pm

lol okay dr. faustus THAT was funny :-)

Comment by dr faustus on August 19, 2009 at 3:06pm

Much as I enjoy having more time to play my guitar, I really wish I had a job right now!

Comment by ebby-the-dreamer on August 13, 2009 at 1:26pm

while i'm grateful to have a job, i'd much rather be at home playing my guitar right now...just thought i'd toss that out there...lol

Comment by Edward Sparks on August 7, 2009 at 7:15am

Hey, just read this great article for those new to choosing a guitars body size when shopping...it is from the Gibson website and very well written! Take a look...
http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyle/Features/tone-tips-acoustic-805/
Edward

Comment by Walt Pilcher on August 1, 2009 at 7:17am

I'm tel-l-l-ling!

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