Originally Posted by
just strum
I've been asking a few individuals questions about taking lessons and from those discussions I came away with more questions. I asked individuals in an attempt to minimize a scattered response of answers, but it didn't work out that way.
Since I am still undecided, I will throw it out for open discussion and see what the forum has to say.
So here goes:
1) At an age range of 40 to 55 do you think that taking lessons is beneficial and why? Yes. If I am investing in lessons, I am more disciplined in my approach, and having some objective feedback and direction really helps me.
2) Do you feel that you have to know how to read music in order to get the full benefit out of taking lessons? [COLOR="Green"]No, but for me it helps some for going back and figuring out things we were working on in lessons and for self study[COLOR="Green"]
3) Do you think it would be more beneficial to take acoustic or electric guitar lessons? [COLOR="Red"]I don't think you necessarily have to choose. I don't. [COLOR="Red"]
4) Do you feel it is important to focus your lessons on a specific genre that is of interest to you.
If yes, that genre would you select?
If no, explain.
No. When I first started, it was more important to develop skills. Now I like to have one thing the instructor thinks I need, and one piece I want.
5) How many are currently taking lessons? One of me
6) How many of you have taken lessons in the past?
How long ago?
Did they provide a return on your investment?
I took piano lessons as a kid (25ish years ago), and it gave me a desire and a confidence to learn to make music. So yes.
If this gets the number of responses that I hope, it will probably lead to more questions
Hope my response are helpful to you.
Steve Thompson
Sun Valley, Idaho
Guitars: Fender 60th Anniversary Std. Strat, Squier CVC Tele Hagstrom Viking Semi-hollow, Joshua beach guitar, Martin SPD-16TR Dreadnought
Amphs: Peavey Classic 30, '61 Fender Concert
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