2007-01-25 09:17:14 · 8 answers · asked by a 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
I think it's pretty self explanitory - you'd get to learn about how to play the guitar. If you're interested in learning how to play guitar then lessons will be very helpfull. They will reduce your frustration, reduce the amount of time it takes to get better, and make it much less likely that you'll simply give up.
Learning guitar is not easy especially for an adult, so if you're thinking of taking up guitar (or already have a guitar and want to get better) I strongly recommend taking lessons.
2007-01-25 09:25:52 · answer #1 · answered by brooks b 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i really cant agree fully with the other answers.
first of all, i just started playing guitar four weeks ago (been drumming for twelve years-taught myself drumming) and i can say i am progressing nicely.
The only reason id want to take lessons is that id learn music theory.
I have a nice guitar, a nice amp, and i bought myself some hal leonard system of a down tab books. I can play anything in the book...my only problem is memorizing the notes..not playing them.
i watched and went through twelve free guitar lessons on vguitarlessons.com and learned how to tune, read tabs, strumming correctly, chords, power chords, bending, harmonics, everything but changing strings!
none of my favorite guitarists took lessons-they taught themselves..therefore, i dont think anyone needs any lessons-teaching oneself to play isnt hard...
just buy a good guitar and a good amp, learn how to tune, strengthen your fingers, and u are all set.
good luck..
2007-01-25 09:34:44 · answer #2 · answered by Isuck,Usuck,Weallsuck 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on what you want out of your instrument and yourself as a player. There is great value in attending lessons from a professional instructor. Having a set time each week is a way to make your self accountable to your progress, and having a qualified instructor insures that you won't be picking bad habits.
On the other hand if you are the self starter, and a person who digs deep, you might be able to do it yourself with the vast Internet resources available.
As a instructor myself, I have to truthfully title myself as a coach, and one who inspires one to stick with it and keep moving forward. I have found a balance with what I call "hybrid" lessons. I
have my students work on a mail-out CD lesson one week then they show up at the studio the next week for a tutor session on that CD. It works well, but if the student is a bit un-disciplined in nature, one -one lessons work better on a weekly basis............cheers
2007-01-25 09:34:25 · answer #3 · answered by fawncreekguitar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firstly and most obviously, you'd know how to play the guitar.
Aside from that learning a musical instrument is never a bad idea, it teaches you many skills, and it's always a good talent to have.
2007-01-25 09:25:54 · answer #4 · answered by Blake M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well lessons can never hurt. i took a few and learned a few scales and stuff that i use a lot. but i've learned a lot through just practicing by myself so it all depends on what kind of learner you are.
2007-01-25 09:33:21 · answer #5 · answered by shane 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
structured learning from a good teacher can help you learn faster. It would take you 10 years to figure out on your own what a good teacher would help you with in 2 months.
Of course, you have to listen to what she/he says and practice consistently.
2007-01-25 09:25:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can get a lot of guidance and get a broader range of types of guitar music you could practice.
2007-01-25 09:26:26 · answer #7 · answered by bad_ass_fromtexas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can tell the teacher what songs, techniques, etc. that you'd like to learn.
2007-01-25 09:26:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋