I got myself an acoustic guitar and been trying it for about 6 weeks. I like it and my fingers are killing me :) Still, after 6 weeks, I still find it hard to quickly get the 'G' and 'D' chords, 2 of the most popular chords.
Pink Floyd's "Wish you were here" seems so easy, but I can't play it fast enough and get clear notes.
How long does it take to be good with an acoustic guitar? is it possible to teach yourself or you absolutely need technical advice from a teacher/professional?
FYI, I'm 38 and the guitar is worth about $130.
2006-07-31 03:41:34 · 3 answers · asked by Lyvy 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
It's possible to teach yourself. It will take more than 6 weeks of practice to be able to play a song well. How long it takes depends on how often you practice. Your fingers will eventually stop hurting once they form callouses. Practice switching between different basic chord combinations until you can do it effortlessly before you try to tackle a song. G, D, C, E are pretty common and then add in A and F. Time of Your Life by Green Day is a good beginners song to try.
2006-07-31 03:49:06 · answer #1 · answered by gemgrl19 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Most definetly!
just ask a guy that in the 70's got a car accident so at the hospital he learns to play acustic guitar, his name is Julio Iglesias, This guy has sold millions of cds world wide!
self thought!
good luck! and if you really want to learn to play, of course there are hundreds of free methods! Good luck! and keep searching!
( I read that Julio Story today so thats why I felt it's for you).
2006-07-31 10:52:14 · answer #2 · answered by Sam V 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do you mean taught?
2006-07-31 10:44:33 · answer #3 · answered by jjnsavannah 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋