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magnolia
Joined: 01 Nov 2006
Location: Gangnam
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 Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2007 11:46 am Post subject: Would like to learn guitar |
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| I've recently received a guitar and would like to learn how to play. I'd like to hook up with someone who would be interested in giving some lessons. |
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hisnhers
Joined: 18 Dec 2006
Location: Korea
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| Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2007 4:54 pm Post subject: |
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| Hey, try the Fender (guitar company) website to get you started. They have a whole series of lessons that you can do by yourself. That should get you started until you can find a teacher. |
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Bibbitybop
Joined: 22 Feb 2006
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2007 5:40 pm Post subject: |
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| Esteban videos! |
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Fresh Prince
Joined: 05 Dec 2006
Location: The glorious nation of Korea
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 1:42 am Post subject: Re: Would like to learn guitar |
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| magnolia wrote: |
| I've recently received a guitar and would like to learn how to play. I'd like to hook up with someone who would be interested in giving some lessons. |
Memorize the chord fingerings first. They are pretty much everywhere, just search for guitar chords online. After you've memorized the chords and your fingers can find them and you don't need to think about it, get a teacher.  |
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tzechuk
Joined: 20 Dec 2004
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 1:44 am Post subject: |
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| PM Harpeur (sp.?) |
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ernie
Joined: 05 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 7:46 am Post subject: |
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4 tips for the new guitarist (all material is available online!):
- learn the 'cowboy' chords (E, A, D, G, C, F), in both major and minor forms
- learn the barre chords with the root note on the 6th (biggest string) and 5th strings... knowing this simple form is important because it allows you to play ANY chord on the guitar!
- learn the pentatonic box form... this gives you the foundation to play lead guitar parts!
- google '(your favorite band) guitar tab' or, better yet, buy a guitar tab book of your favorite band at a music store (make sure it's 'tab' and not some 'easy guitar' crap - learn the real stuff) and play along to your favorite cds... you'll be surprised how easy most rock songs really are!
don't be afraid to ask questions and meet other guitarists! it's the best way to improve your playing and stay motivated... |
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mole
Joined: 06 Feb 2003
Location: Act III
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 8:25 am Post subject: |
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Where's I-am-me?
He's a guitarist, I've seen him on stage. Talented, and a patient gentleman.
I also got a guitar for Christmas, but haven't played since taking lessons in middle school.
Thanks, ernie!! You make it seem so easy. heh. |
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Dev
Joined: 18 Apr 2006
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 5:03 pm Post subject: |
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How are the prices of acoustic guitars compared to back in the West?
I want to get one. Where's the best place in Seoul to buy one? How much am I looking at? |
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twg
Joined: 02 Nov 2006
Location: Getting some fresh air...
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 6:46 pm Post subject: |
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I just started myself recently...
I've seen acoustics in just about every musical shop in Korea. And the price is dependent upon the brand, but everything seems to be a few hundred range, so you wont go broke getting one.
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| earn the 'cowboy' chords (E, A, D, G, C, F), in both major and minor forms |
F is still proving a problem for me. But I'm getting better at C. My fingers are just too stubby.
Any hints for getting the strumming rhythms down? |
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Hollywoodaction
Joined: 02 Jul 2004
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| Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 6:56 pm Post subject: |
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| ernie wrote: |
4 tips for the new guitarist (all material is available online!):
- learn the 'cowboy' chords (E, A, D, G, C, F), in both major and minor forms
- learn the barre chords with the root note on the 6th (biggest string) and 5th strings... knowing this simple form is important because it allows you to play ANY chord on the guitar!
- learn the pentatonic box form... this gives you the foundation to play lead guitar parts!
- google '(your favorite band) guitar tab' or, better yet, buy a guitar tab book of your favorite band at a music store (make sure it's 'tab' and not some 'easy guitar' crap - learn the real stuff) and play along to your favorite cds... you'll be surprised how easy most rock songs really are!
don't be afraid to ask questions and meet other guitarists! it's the best way to improve your playing and stay motivated... |
And follow the 4 tips in the order ernie has posted them. Also, try different strumming patterns (up and down) while you learn the "cowboy chords". |
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Hollywoodaction
Joined: 02 Jul 2004
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| Dev wrote: |
How are the prices of acoustic guitars compared to back in the West?
I want to get one. Where's the best place in Seoul to buy one? How much am I looking at? |
There's a huge music instrument market in Seoul (near Chonglo-3-Ka, right?). Check for a used Crafter guitar. It's an increasingly popular Korean brand in North America. Great guitars for the price.
Or you could PM Harpeau. He buys, repairs/sets up, and then sells used guitars. I'm sure he's got something that will fit in your budget. |
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