In this lesson, we are going to look at 5 tips for anyone starting on guitar. Acoustic, or electric. learning these 5 tips will help to make the journey more enjoyable, fun, and easier to progress forward. And that my friend is what this training here is all about. Having fun while learning. Because why learn something like playing the guitar if it isn't fun?
Tip #1. Make sure to have the right tools
Without the right tools, the job will not get done as well and you will meet with lots of frustration and probably quit before it gets done, or decide it’s not worth it to continue to the finish or decide to see it through but not do it again. I know I’ve done this many times with different projects in my life.
I didn’t have the right tools and because of it, I didn’t get the job done as quickly as I would have liked to and met with much frustration while doing it. And after I was done, I decided not to do it again. So remember tip #1, when starting on guitar, make sure you have the right tools.
Tip #2. Make sure to have a quality place to practice
Also a very important part of what you are trying to accomplish. If you are trying to learn your instrument and you have all kinds of distractions around you, this will make it very difficult to focus on learning.
You must find a place where you can focus on your studies for at least a brief time throughout the day or night to put in string time. It can be a basement, extra bedroom, or garage. It doesn’t matter, Just make sure you have a quality place to practice.
Tip #3. Get some quality training material to start learning
The right material to learn from is very important. It can determine if you progress quickly or slowly. It will also let you know "what to practice". I once had a student ask me “Why do I have to practice if I’m taking lessons” and I said “Because lessons teach you what to practice” I guess he didn’t like the practice part of it.
Anyway, find some good books at the music store, do video training, or take some group or private lessons. If you can’t afford private lessons, find a good quality training program online. These are nice and not too expensive. Either way, get some quality training material to start learning.
Tip #4. Develop a practice and learning routine
Once you have the right tools, the right place to practice, and the correct materials (book, videos, online training, or private lessons) you can then set up practice and start learning with a routine. This helps because it gets your mind trained that come a certain time, it’s time to practice and get after learning the fun of playing guitar.
Develop a routine of just not a certain time to practice, but also a certain WAY of practicing. For example, start with some finger exercises for finger conditioning, then move on to basic chords and theory. Develop a practice and learning routine and I guarantee anyone starting on guitar will see significant results.
Tip #5. Set Goals for what you want to accomplish
Why do you want to learn the guitar? What is it you're after? Do you want to play in a band? Or possibly, just want to learn for yourself? Do you want to entertain family and friends? Or do you want to become the next rock star to change the world?
All are valid reasons for learning (especially the last one) but if you don’t know your WHY, you probably won’t stick with it. So take some time to ask yourself some of these questions and look deep down within yourself to find the answers. Once you find them you’ll be ready to set goals for what you want to accomplish and get after it.
Bonus Tip! Be Consistent and Don’t Neglect
To be good at anything you choose to do you must be consistent. There are many different ways you can approach starting on guitar and many different styles you can play. Find what excites you and get to it. Set some goals, develop a plan of action, and be consistent with your practice.
Additional Help
If you are serious about getting started playing guitar. I recommend you check out my online video course Learn Guitar 101 MasterClass
This course will teach you what you need to know in a simple easy-to-learn step-by-step format. Even if you have no formal musical training. Each video is short and to the point with easy-to-understand concepts and techniques explained. No matter if you're starting on the acoustic, or electric.
By going through it lesson by lesson, you will be having fun playing guitar in no time. No matter if you are just getting started at the very beginning, or you are looking to enhance what you already know, this course has what you are looking for.
And the best thing about it is, that you can purchase it today and start using it immediately. Not only will you have access to the course for life, but you will also have me in your corner to help you out if you get stuck. Yay! :)
So if you're serious about learning how to play the guitar, click the link above and get started today!
Final Words of Wisdom
I guarantee if you don’t neglect this formula you will see amazing results. Jimi Hendrix once said something like “Guitar playing is hard and can sometimes make you want to quit, but if you stick with it, you’ll eventually be rewarded” I know this to be true because I was rewarded with teaching others how to discover the joy of playing guitar.
If you need a place to find the right tools you can look here and if you need any help with your studies, feel free to contact me.
Also, be sure to check out my additional lessons:
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Best of luck.
Sincerely, Dwayne Jenkins
