Don't Fret - Get Picky! Learn How To Play Guitar the Right Way ()
..by Eric De Bosque
So you want to play guitar. Great, now what? If you want to learn how to play guitar these days, it certainly has come a long way from finding someone to give private lessons in your home. As a guitar player myself for over 25 years, giving private lessons is a fulfilling role, and especially when you see your student become successful gigging and touring.
On the flip side, it's understanding when someone wants to learn, whether it's rhythm or lead, classical, blues or jazz, that they become intimidated by pressure to perform, not to mention the fees that are dished out. Most instructors will charge about $20 - $25 per hour, so after taking lessons twice per week for a month, you're already in a deep hole. So depending on your budget, this can take a huge bite out of your pocket. Scheduling the appointment is another.
By taking guitar lessons in person, you'll have to play at your instructor's pace, and he'll give you guidance based on his personal style and experience. You'll start off with simple exercises, depending on your current level. Your skills will improve dramatically if you have the desire, and it typically takes weeks or even months to be able to play some songs without too much effort.
So what about DVD's available online which have boomed over the years? It's a good way to go. Others simply search for a free site at the comfort of their home and find what is available. That may be more convenient you think, but you worry about the quality of the lesson or being simply scammed. So what do you do?
If you have a fair amount of knowledge but you only search for tabs of your favorite song or artist, well, that's OK if this is what you're looking for. However, if your at the beginning level, or just want to improve your technique, first decide where you want to go and how quickly.
With video or DVD, you can play at your own pace with perhaps one of your favorite players, if available at your nearest music outlet, but expect to pay around $25-$40. You can find some available online without the hassle of leaving the home and that'll save you time.
Keep in mind that quality is key, and if you do some research, such as reading up on a few review sites and testimonials, then your off to a good start. But be sure the site or product online, if you go this route, offers video lessons, which will dramatically speed up your learning and advance your playing. Charts and tablature will only take you so far. So get strummin' and play that guitar!
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