Learning Guitar?
I want to learn lead guitar, I am a drummer for around 15 years and really dont know where to begin…..do i use dvd's, actualy lessons, internet lessons…….any advice would help. Will this be a difficult transition for me considering I have played the drums for a long time. I really want to learn electric so what would be a good electric guitar to get to get started on this????
i'm self taught, i started by learning some songs i liked by finding tabs on the internet and if there was a technique or something i couldn't do… internet again
getting lessons would be good but not nessecary, depends how disciplined you are i guess and how much theory you want to learn
as for getting a guitar, a good starter would be a fender squier strat, not too expensive and it will do for a beginner
December 3rd, 2008 at 6:00 pm
i had lessons for several years from one of the best guitarists around here. he can play just about any instrument you give him. it helps when someone actually shows you how to play at least for me. i started out on electric and have 3 electrics and a bass. its really not that hard. goodluck!
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December 3rd, 2008 at 6:15 pm
Try Guitar Hero. They give you step by step instructions of how to press the keys. And when you start getting the hang of it you know 50% about guitars without the confusing dvds.
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December 3rd, 2008 at 6:43 pm
i'm self taught, i started by learning some songs i liked by finding tabs on the internet and if there was a technique or something i couldn't do… internet again
getting lessons would be good but not nessecary, depends how disciplined you are i guess and how much theory you want to learn
as for getting a guitar, a good starter would be a fender squier strat, not too expensive and it will do for a beginner
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December 3rd, 2008 at 7:32 pm
if u can afford lessons would be good. but i used the internet.
it might be alittle difficult but i play guitar and drums and itsn ot hard for me
depends on your price range they have them squier packs but them guitar r good for like 6 months then u get good then u find out how abd they suck
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December 3rd, 2008 at 7:49 pm
Well, first start off by learning how to read chord diagrams and guitar tab. You could study chord diagrams and the tabs to get them down. Also, you should do some finger stretches, because when you get to the harder songs, your fingers will be all over the fretboard. Trust me, it helps. Also, once you understand guitar Tabs and chords try some simple songs, like Smoke on the Water. Then, once you're used to that get into more songs and keep practicing. When you feel like you're ready, try some Pinch Harmonics, Pull-Offs, Hammer-Ons, Tremelo picking, etc. People have posted videos on Youtube to help you understand these concepts if you don't get them. Hope this helps!
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I'm a guitar player
December 3rd, 2008 at 8:12 pm
For starting out, I would look for a starter pack. You can find these online or at any music store. They come with a guitar, a small combo amp, a few picks, a strap, and a cable, and usually some kind of instuctional book or DVD. There's a few companies that make these, Fender, Ibanez, LTD (ESP), and I think I've seen one by Dean. The Fender Squire Strat Pack seems to be the best quality. I wish they made these "starter packs" when I first started. Anyways there not too pricey (about $150-200, which is cheap as far as guitar equip. goes), so you're not out a whole lot if you lose interest or decide to stick with drumming.
As far as instruction, nothing beats taking lessons at your local music store, but you can also find pretty good beginners DVDs, CD Roms for your computer, and even some videos on YouTube, if you don't mind weeding through a bunch of pompous Prog Rock dudes playing 17 minute sweep picking solos.
Good Luck!
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December 3rd, 2008 at 8:43 pm
Ugh, do not try guitar hero. Thats like, nothing like an actual guitar. Most people who play guitar suck at that game.. so there can't be much similarities.
I recommend getting a couple lessons from someone who knows how, they can teach you how to properly hold your guitar, where your fingers are supposed to be, all that.. cause I started trying to learn myself, and I got into a bad habit of holding the neck wrong, which did make it harder for me to play. I don't think learning electric first will be better, but if thats what you bent on, then go ahead xD Though I'd recommend an acoustic first. It'll toughen up your fingers, and if you don't actually plan on playing an acoustic but want to learn on one, you can always change the strings to be electric strings which are smooth.
If you can't afford lessons, but can afford books, go to your local music store [which teaches] and ask them which books are best for a self learner. They'll most likely have some, because most of the teachers teach from a book.
Though, if you don't already have a guitar, don't go and buy the nicest one you can find. Start with something cheaper [nothing TOO cheap =P] because you never know.. you might start for a month but give up and just stay with drumming. Guitars at Pawn Shops are actually pretty decent and usually not that bad of prices. When you get your guitar, you should tune it. If you have the right hearing, you can tune it yourself. If you don't, an electric tuner would be best. If you can't afford one, then you can self tune it to the E [first] string. If you want to learn how to self tune, just email me in case cause you just might have the hearing and yeahh =P Also, buy some guitar picks [About.. 3 or 4] One thin, one thick, one in between, and one of a different/larger shape. Try playing with all of them and see which your most comfortable with. Picks are easier to play with if you like a specific thickness and shape.
Good luck! ;]
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December 3rd, 2008 at 9:14 pm
I would suggest beginner lessons.Once you get off to a good start then you can go it on your own if you wish. You may have questions or thoughts that a video can not help you with. Being a drummer you must have a good feel for timing. That should help you when learning to play guitar.But thats about as far as the relationship between the two instruments goes. You should know some experienced guitar players , right? Take one guitar shopping with you so you can get the right gear to start off with.Don't order anything over the internet or through a catalog. Rule # 1, try it before you buy it! Remember , it takes a long time to become an accomplished player so hang in there,and have some fun with it. Good luck to ya.
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