There so many ways and methods to learning how to play the acoustic guitar, however the conventional way of learning the acoustic guitar seldom produces the desired end results. More than likely you are going to end up with blisters from handling the guitar wrong and not one single song or tunes is going to be to your liking. Obviously their must be a better way.
To learn to play the acoustic guitar, the only thing you really need is first a guitar, an acoustic guitar and it doesn't matter whether it is a new one purchased from a musical instrument store or a used or borrowed one. You will need a pick and a guitar book and fret diagram. The other thing and probably the best is internet access.
For good information and a great resource concerning the acoustic guitars, check out the best websites that will teach you how to not only handle the guitar, but will give you valuable information on different types and genres you can pursue on the guitar. Acoustic guitars typically have a mellow tone, but can play all kinds of music.
Once you have all your equipment need to begin the actual study and learning process, you need to make sure your guitar is properly tuned. It is recommended that you have this done by either a professional or someone who really knows what they are doing.
Now find a comfortable place to play your acoustical guitar, if sitting you will support the guitar on your thighs while holding it with your right hand on the strings (if right handed) and your left hand on the fretboard.You should begin by getting totally familiar with all the parts of the guitar especially the fretboard and you will begin to understand how the different sounds and tones are produced. You will from this moment start to not only hear, but feel the sounds and tone.
The basic chords are the first to learn, it fact these chords must be memorized. The basic chords are C,A,G,E,D, these are not only the basic, but are the essential building blocks for all songs and music you make in the future. Not only are they easy to learn, they are used in most songs played on the guitar. Once you have mastered the basic chords, you should learn the different ways to play these chords, the chord C has six different hand positions alone to make that chord.
As you continue practicing the basic chords and you get more and more familiar with them, start playing the chords without looking at your fingers, this will help you to play by feel and muscle memory. Over a very short time you will begin to get calluses on the tips of your fingers, at first it is a little painful, but in time this numbness in you finger tips will help you play easier.
Now that you have mastered the basic chords, it is time to move on to the harder chords. To master the acoustic guitar, you must master the Barre chords these will prove to be the most difficult but an absolute necessity so push yourself to master these as well.
It is recommended that you practice five days a week of at least 1-2 hours a day. You will be surprised at how quickly you will learn to play the acoustic guitar. It will take patience, dedication and a true desire, but is not beyond your ability. Just have fun and enjoy.
Author Resource:
Alamar is the author of The Alamar Doctrine and a
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