Most of us enjoy listening to our favorite guitarists on CD, MP3 or in concert. The skill and quality of both the artists and the guitars are awesome. Whether you enjoy watching artists perform or playing with friends and family - the guitar is an excellent instrument to play.
So what do you do if you want to start playing the guitar, should you buy a Fender, Gibson, Martin or Taylor guitar? Consider the following points before getting underway.
Notes on Personal Commitment:
· Desire to succeed - listen, learn, practice and develop your skills
· A Commitment to learning - chords, scales and practice
· A Passion for music and guitar playing
· Patience to refine your skills
· Encouragement – ensure you have friends and/or family that encourage you.
Guitar Lessons - Where Do I Begin?
What music do you enjoy most? If you are beginning - the music you like will help clarify the type of music you want to play. Having a local tutor is recommended. This could be supplemented with an on-line guitar course. Check on the internet or at your local music hsop for guitar tutors in your region.Always check to confirm that they can tutor you in the style of your choice.
Practical Thoughts:
· Good Six Stringed Guitar
· A portable guitar stand
· A music stand
· A good guitar strap (consider width)
· Guitar picks and a spare set of strings
· Guitar Lessons to suit your chosen style
· A Capo
· A Chord Dictionary and Guitar Tuner
Note: If you have an electric guitar - you will additionally require a sound cable and practice amplifier.
What guitar should I buy?
Always buy a good quality guitar such as an American guitar. This does not mean expensive. Always buy guitars with a good reputation. Ask your local guitar shop or music teacher for advice. The size of the guitar should suit you comfortably, ensuring your fingers can easily move around the neck. Smaller scale guitars are available for younger players. If you buy a guitar on-line from WEB sites such as www.usaguitars.net – we suggest that you take it to your local shop to have it set up correctly.
Acoustic guitar tone is defined by the materials used when it was made. For example – Rosewood provides a deep warm rich tone whereas Maple has a bright crisp tone.
Suggested Guitar Type for Music Style
· Rock or Metal - Gibson and Epiphone guitars typify this genre due to their multiple humbucker pickups
· Pop, Jazz or Blues - You could consider a Semi Acoustic, Epiphone or Fender Stratocaster or Telecaster guitar
· Want to sing around the campfire - select an acoustic guitar
· Folk or Classical - Consider a classical guitar with nylonn strings
If you know what type of guitar you are looking for – an on-line guitar sale or auction site such as USA guitars.net provides a good range of options for your consideration.
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