Hi,I would consider myself a beginner with a clue.I really need to play more rhythm with my g-dec(It helps my timing alot).I can string licks together but if I cant jump back in the song (play rhythm) that aint no good.P.S.reading all this good stuff on here has helped me to have one of my guitars in hand 10 times more.I only watch tv about 5 hrs a week now,spend more time with my daughter,so its a good thing.Sumi