<r><QUOTE author="polyal"><s>[quote="polyal"]</s>
the ' self taught ' is not an option...if you buy a guitar tuition prog then you'er not self taught any more<br/>

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I think you need to learn a little more about being self taught. The definition can include using things like ...

<r><QUOTE author="jamesd74"><s>[quote="jamesd74"]</s>Right boys an end to this fruit less discussion......<br/>
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GO BUY ROCKSMITH Its a tutor its self learning...........<br/>
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I have it and trust me its very good......<br/>
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Next week some time I will try to record myself doing a ...

<r><QUOTE author="Gavin"><s>[quote="Gavin"]</s>Very true James. Plus Chris seems to be focused on what he wants to achieve as he has self taught on lots of different things, so i guess teaching yourself guitar should be within the scope of someone as capable as him.<br/>
Wish i had the dedication ...

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I have taught myself everything in life, whether it's how to fix cars and bikes, my self taught degree, harmonica or woodwork. I do all of it to a high degree. Educating yourself doesn't always end in disaster, it actually suits some people a lot better than traditional methods ...

polyal wrote:all the help this forum can give is gladly available..as you know ...pity we aren't in a pub chatting without having to use bloody keyboards

Alright lets just start over. I don't drink though so mines an orange juice.

<r><QUOTE author="polyal"><s>[quote="polyal"]</s>read post 7...post 9 is a response to post 7<br/>
cheers<br/>
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Oh I see the misunderstanding. Now take a look at your own post again. <br/>

<QUOTE author="polyal"><s>[quote="polyal"]</s>
"and thats good advice passed on ...

<r><QUOTE author="polyal"><s>[quote="polyal"]</s>read post 7<e>[/quote]</e></QUOTE>

Yes I have read that post, I'm still not understanding your point or the level of aggression your'e showing. <br/>
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Seriously man I've been perfectly polite and you've come out swinging like I insulted your ...

<r><QUOTE author="polyal"><s>[quote="polyal"]</s><QUOTE author="ChrisD"><s>[quote="ChrisD"]</s>I'm not passing on good advice<e>[/quote]</e></QUOTE>

this was derived from a quote by gavin....not youself....so read the posts before responding<e>[/quote]</e></QUOTE>

Sorry but what are you on about ...

<r><QUOTE author="jamesd74"><s>[quote="jamesd74"]</s>what i miss about learning is when you first string the notes together of the song you are learn and it sounds right...it did at one time give me a real scene of achievement....<br/>
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the other day i heard a cult classic "she sells sanctuary ...

<r><QUOTE author="jamesd74"><s>[quote="jamesd74"]</s>i would go the you tube route..<br/>
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There are plenty of great lessons on there for a starter...<br/>
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I am self taught but I have had help off you tube....<br/>

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Thanks james, yes I'm seeing that at this stage ...

<r><QUOTE author="polyal"><s>[quote="polyal"]</s>and thats good advice passed on...how can you teach yourself...not logical..but you dont have to necessarily have 'one to one' lessons..theres some great lessons on youtube...but...its nice to have someone who can oversee and make sure your not ...

Thanks Gavin and others for the advice.

Is teaching yourself not a real possibility?

<r><QUOTE author="leftyacou555"><s>[quote="leftyacou555"]</s>Hi,I started learning on an electric guitar but got baffled by trying to get the proper sound out the amp and all its settings!so I got an acoustic and actually learned how to play the it properly before switchin to the electri,you can ...

<t>Hey guys, just joined the forum and I need to ask what I know will seem like a boring question.<br/>
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I always wanted to play guitar but never had much spare time, now I do so I'm looking to get a guitar. I want to play a mix of rock and blues. I could get a cheap guitar to start with but ...