Im totally in love with music, mainly rock and metal. I really want to learn how to play guitar. I'm 24. I tried once when i was 23 and I took lessons from may to december and learned all the strings and one chord. Not much. (my guitar teacher was forgetful and taught me the same things over and over again). I want to try again, and get a dvd or something and teach myself but is it harder for an adult to learn an instrument? How long will it take to get really good if I practice every night?. Also. my super sweet guitar teacher told me that I had fat fingers and that'd make it harder. Although his fingers were about twice the size of mine so that proved to me that its doable even with fat fingers.
2006-12-03 04:35:22 · 4 answers · asked by Dani 7 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
How long it will take will depend on many things no one here can answer, but if you practice hard and have any natural talent, you should be able to get some decent sounds going pretty quickly. It takes time for the fingertips to get used to the strings, but within a month you should be able to play a few songs and have some knowledge of the instrument.
2006-12-03 05:00:27 · answer #1 · answered by celebduath 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not possible to tell you how long it will take to learn guitar...one is always learning! But, to get to the heart of your question, it usually takes a few weeks to get a basic grasp of the fingering for the basic chords to the point where your fingers will fall more naturally and easily into place on the fret-board.
Learning guitar is a process and it does not happen overnight. It CAN be accelerated by your willingness to practice earnestly and often. This usually not a problem as new players have a passion and progress will be rapid after the first few weeks, so hang in there!
I find learning as an adult takes a special commitment and specifically geared lessons. Try http://StartNowGuitar.com for a good description of what it takes to learn as an adult and get some free lessons to see how it works for you.
Good luck!
Chris
2013-10-19 18:25:04 · answer #2 · answered by Chris 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would actually go to a music store or another place that gives lessons and sign up. Then use instructional DVD's and/or software for your home practice sessions. Guitar can be a frustrating instrument cause you actually have to bend and stretch your fingers in ways they are not supposed to, so it's not just a matter of knowing how to play a note or chord and doing so, like in other instruments, there are actual physical limitations and yes, the size of your hands/fingers can make a huge difference. another frustrating part of playing guitar is it can actually be painful.
2006-12-03 13:02:00 · answer #3 · answered by PhilliesPhan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Practice makes perfect. so get some "learn how to play guitar" DVDs,and books. Anyone can learn a new instrument. If you're in love with music like I am, and you've got experience in the past.
It's totally possible. You can do anything you can set your mind to. So don't wait! Start today if you want!
2006-12-03 12:44:52 · answer #4 · answered by Quizgrl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋