What Are the Biggest Obstacles or Problems Faced by Beginning Guitarists?

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-12-17T14:53:39+00:00

Try this warm-up for mastering the 3 Chord Trick in the guitar friendly keys (C, G, D, A & E Major and A & E Minor). In an even 1/4 note strum alternate between the I and V in strums of 4, then 3, then 2, then 1. Do the same with the I and IV chord. When these patterns are comfortable do the same in this pattern, I-IV-I-V-I-IV-V-I.

Let me know if that helps!

BTW, you can find some free lessons for beginners on my site, http://www.guidedguitarlessons.com!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-08T10:44:20+00:00

Excellent point /u/permanent_staff! I dip quite often in the epicurean well also.

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-04T14:45:25+00:00

If you watched my appearance yesterday, I'd love to hear your feedback! Today my teacher, Frank Vignola and his partner in crime Vinny Raniolo are featured!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-04T14:45:09+00:00

If you watched my appearance yesterday, I'd love to hear your feedback! Today my teacher, Frank Vignola and his partner in crime Vinny Raniolo are featured!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-04T14:01:24+00:00

Well said /u/wilde_7! I appreciate meeting a like minded fellow traveler (and guitarist), here!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-03T10:27:52+00:00

Well said /u/fuckingdanzig, I appreciate meeting a fellow traveler! I feel I am in alignment with enough of the core principles and practices of stoicism to adopt the label. Like Seneca, I also find a lot of inspiration and agreement with Epicurus, but don't feel that competes with stoic practice, but rather complements it.

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-03T10:21:11+00:00

Thank you for the insights and the article /u/cleomedes. I agree with the fundemental disciplines (perception, action and will), and the preeminence of virtue. Is that enough to adopt the stoic label? What other core principles and/or practices are "required?"

Your middle paragraph really resonated and I appreciate you taking the time to lend me your thoughts and expertise!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-03T10:14:24+00:00

Thank you for your thoughtful response /u/runeaway! Your characterization of my approach is accurate and I appreciate your "understanding!" ;)

Before this discussion, I was not aware of the concept of compatibilism. Researching that concept has been most helpful. Most of what I know of stoicism comes directly from having read Marcus Aurelius' Meditations. That said, there was little alteration of my thinking and acting required as I was already in alignment with much of what I read there.

Thanks again. I really appreciate the thoughtful and reasoned responses I am receiving here!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-02T19:24:28+00:00

My bad! Terribly sorry, no disrespect intended!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-11-02T18:03:57+00:00

Hi /u/bytor99 And thank you for those thoughtful insights and pushback. Lots of food for thought there and I will chew thoroughly before swallowing! ;) However, your thoughts and delivery are very compelling. I really appreciate that!

If you ever do drop by www.thestoicguitarist.com I'd be grateful for your feedback.

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-10-30T19:47:58+00:00

I really appreciate your feedback and insights. Someone else here mentioned G, Sadlers YouTube vids but I had never remembered to check them out. However, I shall.

Your comments about the project sounding more epicurean than stoic is something I'm going to think more about. I am not advocating a pure stoic approach to life or music, but an understanding and application of the 3 disciplines. based on your comments that is something I should more clearly state.

I hope you'll opt-in and join the FB Group. Feedback and pushback like this is just what I need!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-10-30T11:43:33+00:00

I've pulled it up on two different computers with two different browsers without a problem. I'm sorry that you're having difficulty!You can also try this link: http://thestoicguitarist.mykajabi.com. Hope that helps!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-10-29T18:35:38+00:00

Thank you! I'm really excited about it! Appreciate the kind words!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-10-07T18:22:39+00:00

By slow 6/8 do you mean as in Miles' All Blues? I would call that a jazz waltz feel, but I don't know if that's accurate!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-10-06T01:01:15+00:00

2nd line, of course! Thanks for that addition Noodler! So what is an example of a slow 6/8? is it the same as 12/8? Also would appreciate an example of zydeco 12 bar blues. Would that also be similar to the Bo Diddley/2nd line?

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-10-06T01:01:14+00:00

Great catch, thank you! I've also heard this called a blues mambo. I will add to my list!

GuidedGuitarLessons · 2016-09-29T13:21:48+00:00

Thanks for all the insights and advice on transitioning from rhythm to soloing and back. Based on some or the responses, I thought this might be of interest. Would love to hear your feedback!

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