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"Learn How to Play Guitar Reviews" is for the young and adult folks like me.  You are never too old to begin to learn how to play guitar.  I hear all the time, "I wish I could learn how to play guitar".  Well... you can!  It only takes three things...  a guitar, a good guitar course, and a little time.  I'm just starting this site, so I'll be back with more information that will really help you learn to play guitar.

Click here to see one site that I will be reviewing very soon.

So far this seems to be very good for the over 40 crowd since it uses baby boomer songs that we're all familiar with.... Enjoy!

1.  TIME: Many adults or baby boomers are retiring now.  This may mean that you have time that you didn't have when you worked, were raising a family, etc.  I have heard "I don't have time to take guitar lessons or  practice playing the  guitar".  Actually it doesn't take a tremendous amount of time to learn how to play guitar.  And the beauty of the internet gives you access to some outstanding guitar lessons, so you don't have to spend the time driving somewhere to take guitar lessons.  If you are willing to spend at least 15 to 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week, you can learn to play guitar.  If you can walk and chew gum at the same time, you can learn to play.  Of course if the more time you invest, the quicker you will progress.  So, I would decide that I would commit to time for practice before buying a guitar or buying a guitar lessons course.

2.  BUYING A GUITAR... ACOUSTIC OR ELECTRIC?  This is a matter of personal taste.  Do you enjoy listening to acoustic guitar or electric guitar?  That's how I would decide.  At some point, most pickers or players will have both.  The electric guitar is usually easier on easier on your fingers in the beginning.  This brings up a good point.  Whether you buy an acoustic or electric....  BUY A GOOD GUITAR..  one that is easy to fret or play.  If you are totally new to learning to play guitar, most of us know someone that has played guitar.  You should be able to get them to help you pick out a guitar.  You can check your local ads,  pawn shops, flea markets, yard sales, and guitar shops.  Buying a brand new guitar is not necessary.  Many new guitars, even expensive ones, are not set up properly.  Pay close attention to the action and neck.  The neck on a guitar is supposed to have a very slight curve, almost not visible, as you look down the neck.  If it has a lot of curvature, you may want to shy away.  This can be adjusted on nearly all electric guitars, and on many acoustics also. If you buy a new guitar, make sure the shop does a "free guitar set up".  This can cost as much as $80.00 or more if the 'nut' needs to be shaved.  No need to worry about all this terminology right now...  you'll  pick that up in your guitar lessons.
  I buy used guitars, fix 'm, set'm up, and re-sell.  I will have a few on Ebay soon, so I'll put a link in here when I do.  I have taken guitars that were barely playable and made them play better than brand new.  Anyhow... please buy a good guitar to begin your guitar lessons.

3. GUITAR LESSONS OR COURSES:  I recommend "buying" a guitar course.  The one I link to above seems to be pretty solid to me, plus there's a 60 day money back guarantee,  and there return rate is extremely low.  There are lots of free lessons on the internet, but you are going to skip around.  If you buy the guitar lessons or course, you are commiting.  This is important if you sincerely want to be a picker.  I suppose it's the difference between dating and getting married.

4.  GUITAR AMPLIFIERS:   Here again I suggest something good.  sorry.. gotta go for now... i'll be back
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