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March 20th, 2007
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Just started playing guitar.
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1st Lesson Tonight
Hi Everyone
I have taken the plunge and am having my first guitar lesson tonight - I can't wait. Just had to share that with others who understand and care, hehe.
I can't wait to share what I've learned and tell you how I'm going, but don't worry, I don't expect too much from my first lesson. Mind you - I do plan on walking in and telling my teacher that I'd like to be able to play "Wanted Dead or Alive" by Bon Jovi by the time I leave (the lesson is half hour!!).
Take Care and enjoy the guitar everyone!
[COLOR="Gray"][FONT="Trebuchet MS"][SIZE="2"]Cheers,
Happy_Plinker[/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
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March 20th, 2007
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Playing guitar for over a year.
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Last Online: December 19th, 2007 02:58 AM
Location: Mundaring, West Australia
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Originally Posted by happy_plinker
Mind you - I do plan on walking in and telling my teacher that I'd like to be able to play "Wanted Dead or Alive" by Bon Jovi by the time I leave (the lesson is half hour!!).
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That would be excellent if you can keep a straight face - worth it just to see the reaction. 
All the very best with the lesson(s). It's a wonderful journey to be starting out on.
Cheers,
Chris
"There is no magic secret, other than loving the process of learning and putting in the time."
Quote shamelessly stolen from ColoradoFenderBender at Guitarnoise.
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Good deal. I think about taking some too. I like my progress so far, but I can't help but wonder what a good lesson or 3 would do for me. Let us know how it goes. I may get more motivated in doing so by your lead.
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March 20th, 2007
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Just started playing guitar.
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Last Online: January 13th, 2008 02:52 AM
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Hi Chris
I did manage to keep a straight face, and Justin (my teacher) said that YES he could teach it to me, but did I want to learn to play ONE song, or did I want to learn to play the guitar!!! That was when I laughed and said "Ok, you win - teach me the guitar". He seems like a great teacher and that comment really broke the ice. I have 2 chords and a rhythm to learn this week - and for me that sounds quite difficult. I've just spent the last 2 hours taking off my acrylic nails!!!!! Now I'm about to practice my chords and rhythm. I've only had one lesson, but I'm enjoying it and looking forward to next week already.
Cheerio,
Happy_Plinker
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That would be excellent if you can keep a straight face - worth it just to see the reaction.
All the very best with the lesson(s). It's a wonderful journey to be starting out on.
Cheers,
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[COLOR="Gray"][FONT="Trebuchet MS"][SIZE="2"]Cheers,
Happy_Plinker[/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
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March 20th, 2007
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Hey There Scott
The lesson was great!!! I've never learned music at all, so things like beat, bars, notes etc were explained and it actually made it much easier when we got into the playing part - it made sense! I will be continuing the lessons for a while and see how I go. I'm quite pleased and the teacher was very good and enthusiastic.
Cheers,
Happy_Plinker
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Originally Posted by scott58
Good deal. I think about taking some too. I like my progress so far, but I can't help but wonder what a good lesson or 3 would do for me. Let us know how it goes. I may get more motivated in doing so by your lead.
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[COLOR="Gray"][FONT="Trebuchet MS"][SIZE="2"]Cheers,
Happy_Plinker[/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
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March 20th, 2007
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Playing guitar for what seems like forever.
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Join Date: Jul 2006
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Sounds like you've got a good teacher, keep enjoyin'.
I got blisters on my fingers........!
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Thanks Skinny Bloke - I'm sure I will. Justin said the key is to practice in short bursts (ie 15-20mins) so my fingers can gradually get used to it. Does it count if I only have a 5 min break inbetween?? Just kidding. I'm trying not to overdo it, so I don't get sick of it.
Thanks for the encouragement.
[COLOR="Gray"][FONT="Trebuchet MS"][SIZE="2"]Cheers,
Happy_Plinker[/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
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March 20th, 2007
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Hey happy plinker...
I just started taking some lessons again and the first thing the teacher says is: "Just assume I don't like any of the music you like, and I'll assume you don't like mine. I'm not here to teach you songs. I'm here to teach you how to play, so that you can go off and play whatever kind of music you like."
At first, it pissed me off, but now that I think about it, and after my second lesson, I'm starting to appreciate his comment.
Stick with it and have fun!
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March 20th, 2007
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Happy Plinker,
Best of luck with your lessons and happy plinking.
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March 20th, 2007
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Good luck.
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March 20th, 2007
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Playing guitar for over 10 years.
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Last Online: September 2nd, 2008 11:13 AM
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All the best for your first lesson! 
"Good Music is that which penetrates the ear with facility and quits the memory with difficulty" Thomas Beecham
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Playing guitar for what seems like forever.
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happy plinker--
I'm glad you're having such a good time with this! Keep it up and have some fun. We'll be here to keep you company along your journey!
Steve
Steve Cass
Solid Walnut Music/ASCAP
Becoming a great guitarist has less to do with fancy moves than it does becoming a master of the basics and learning musicianship.
It's not what you can't do. It's how you play what you already know.
Lessons for the Beginner and Beyond"Rhythm guitar is a trip that alot of people miss" -- Tom Petty
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I started lessons a month or two ago, and am loving it
I also got a great teacher, and am planning on keeping the lessons too.
I also only have half an hour, but am looking for some more work too pay for more lessons
HF
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I miss the comfort in being sad
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Hey there .#celtiC
Good to hear you are loving your lessons too.  I think half an hour for me is good at the moment, but am thinking a bit further down the track to do two lessons per week - or maybe if my fingers can handle it, an hour lesson.
Keep up the good work!!
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Originally Posted by .#celtiC'
I started lessons a month or two ago, and am loving it
I also got a great teacher, and am planning on keeping the lessons too.
I also only have half an hour, but am looking for some more work too pay for more lessons
HF
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[COLOR="Gray"][FONT="Trebuchet MS"][SIZE="2"]Cheers,
Happy_Plinker[/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
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March 20th, 2007
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Hi Ya Steve
Thanks for the encouragement!! My fingers are a little sore this morning, but it's a good kind of sore. Like when you go to the gym and the next day it's painful, but you know it's for a good cause!! 
I'm glad to have your company in my guitar journey - thanks for being here.
Happy_Plinker
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happy plinker--
I'm glad you're having such a good time with this! Keep it up and have some fun. We'll be here to keep you company along your journey!
Steve
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[COLOR="Gray"][FONT="Trebuchet MS"][SIZE="2"]Cheers,
Happy_Plinker[/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
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