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art, music, etc. / Re: Animals As Leaders - "CAFO" 
Demonstrates Exceptional Knowlege of the Game
on September 20, 2015, 11:31:24 PM by Armor
I started on an acoustic guitar at the ripe old age of 19. I picked acoustic, not because I was a folkie, but because you could get a generic one cheap and you didn't need an amp. I taught myself by playing along to very simple stuff on records. I learned a lot from CCR's Bayou Country. Then I bought a chord book and learned all the basic ones and the not so basic ones in odd keys. All was going well but the tips of my fingers were killing me. I didn't know about light gauge strings yet. I went to the music store and rented a Les Paul electric. This thing was like silk - so easy to play chords and notes. Goodbye acoustic. Then it was on to Led Zep and all the regular rockers of the time.
Over time you continue to improve in both speed and technique. Or like a lot of people you will hit a brick wall and just plateau in your ability. Whatever...
If you have always enjoyed good music, Armor, you will find playing an instrument will enhance that process even further, and make you more discerning in what you listen to. It's a great gift.
Over time you continue to improve in both speed and technique. Or like a lot of people you will hit a brick wall and just plateau in your ability. Whatever...
If you have always enjoyed good music, Armor, you will find playing an instrument will enhance that process even further, and make you more discerning in what you listen to. It's a great gift.