dazza-green Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Hello, I am extremely new to this forum and only about two days newer to playing guitar. I was led here by a google search which picked up on a forum for older beginners which was of interest to me, but for the life of me now I'm registered I can't find it. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyjones Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I don't think there is a forum specifically for Noobies, and the reason being, if there were only Noobies there, who would answer the questions? So you could hang here, and ask some questions, and if you're a patient, good natured person, and your questions aren't too uninformed, or ridiculous, I think you might get some help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza-green Posted March 5, 2007 Author Share Posted March 5, 2007 Sorry, I worded that badly. I meant to say there was a thread (not forum, d'oh!) about people who had started playing late® in life, ie: over 25. I am 35 and am only now trying to learn so it was interesting for me how others who left it late® in life had fared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Ellwood Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I think there are quite a few forum members that would fall into that catagory but I don't remember a specific thread on it... Why don't you start one your self. Start a new thread and be very specific in the title of the thread and you will get some responses I am sure! http://www.thestringnetwork.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuben Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Dazza, I am in my 50's, playing for 35 years and I am still learning. This is a great place for any level. I learn new things here all the time. Peace http://www.spotcheckbilly.com http://www.littlefeat.net http://www.bonnieraitt.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardtail Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Sorry, I worded that badly. I meant to say there was a thread (not forum, d'oh!) about people who had started playing late® in life, ie: over 25. I am 35 and am only now trying to learn so it was interesting for me how others who left it late® in life had fared. We have all kinds of people here. I'm sure you'll learn quite a bit here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picker Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Welcome aboard, Dazz. Kick back and enjoy. Always remember that you are unique. Just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trader56 Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Hey Dazz, I joined this board a couple of days ago, and heve NEVER found a nicer group of people more willing to help - and some of my questions have been a bit lame, I think. I'm 50-cough,cough something, and just coming back to playing after, well, since the whole high school garage/prom gig kind of thing. These guys are great, and as another very new member, let me say welcome aboard! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmidtrock Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Hey I'm a newb too. 40 something here coming back after a looong time away from instruments. I feel completely like a beginner again but it's coming to me quickish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trader56 Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Schmid, It's SO good to hear it's coming back quickly! I'm hoping for the same! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Madness Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Hey, welcome to all these newbs!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampdog Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I put the guitar down for 20 years and now I'm back playing again...I can honestly say these 'Gentlemen' in here have helped me tremendously... Stick around and continue to learn... I'm still here although I don't have that many posts...(and I've asked some dumb-ass questions) If it ain't fun...why do it...? http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=778394&content=music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janalon Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Hey, welcome and WELCOME (to the forum and guitar). Like yourself, I started playing guitar later in life. A good friend handed me an Epiphone acoustic when I was 19. The action was so bad, that all I played was EAD and GCD (I couldn't even squeak out a B minor). So...for the next ten years thats all I did. Learn 3 chord songs and strum along since I couldn't sing. Funny enough I was so content strumming, that I figured it was about time to take it a step further. Take a few bits of advice from me. First, keep on keeping on. Persistence is key. Especially as you will your fingers to make certain chords (and they don't move the directions you intended). It's slow going in the beginning, but things pick up as you become more skilled. Secondly, get guitar lessons from a close friend or shop. Books and DVD's can help, but nothing beats getting feedback from another guitarist. Finally, never get frustrated by the skills (or equipment) you think you should have. Always be appreciative what you do have. Oh, and enjoy this forum! People are very friendly here and don't snub or troll like other forums. http://www.wordsareworlds.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmidtrock Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Loving it and learning. Had been lurking for about a week which is about how long I've been back at the axe. Great forum, great group of like minded folks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 i thought someone was watching. man you were creeping me out! i guess i need to wear pants now. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza-green Posted March 6, 2007 Author Share Posted March 6, 2007 Thanks everyone, I've had a look around and am in awe of the knowledge some of you guys have but am very pleased to say I've seen no unpleasantness, I'm sure you'll be hearing a bit from me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampdog Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 i thought someone was watching. man you were creeping me out! i guess i need to wear pants now. :o And you have cats? With claws? If it ain't fun...why do it...? http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=778394&content=music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMcGuitar Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 Welcome aboard! I can't say I started later in life (I first picked up a guitar at age 3), but I do still feel like a beginner sometimes - there are always new things to learn. And I'm almost 43 now. The folks here will certainly be a help to you. Just remember the most important thing: Always play because you enjoy it. It's not about "better", "faster", "more knowledgable", or whatever else; it's about loving to play whatever it is you are playing. May all your thoughts be random! - Neil www.McFaddenArts.com www.MikesGarageRocks.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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