These days there are tons of ads on the internet and in guitar magazines asking if you want to become a hero of the guitar in "no time". Moreover, truth is so sensational advertising, but unless you are Eric Clapton, you will need time to exploit those skills. Here are some tips to keep in mind when you are practicing.
Unlike those adds, your motto for the practice should be slow and steady. When you play through a song quickly often what happens is you blur segment a little, but it sticks in your ear because you've already moved on to the next part. Play slowly ensures all parts of the song are clear, and there is a place that is difficult is ok! You're practicing, you're not playing at Carnegie Hall again. You are supposed to make mistakes, but you can identify the best when you slow down.
In addition, and this surprise beginners, it is more difficult to play a piece slowly! Time and rhythm is what separates those who may the kind of game and good musicians, and you cannot be considered a good musician if your calendar is disabled. Learn to play a song slowly and gradually you can speed that improve you. Always start slowly! Account aloud, stomp your foot, having your account for you, teachers do everything that you need but make sure the timing is good and consistent!
Beginners are often confused when they put their finger down and it is not clear sound. This can happen for a few reasons. Make sure your finger is near cargo, but not on it. Sometimes this can create a buzz. Then, make sure that you play with the advice of your finger, not the flat part. This ensures that only a minimal part of your hand is on the chain, which means that you are less likely to inadvertently affected another string. Sometimes, another part of your hand is touching another string, causing a buzz. It is essential to remember that the fingers can feel like they re making a stretch impossible, but in time, they become more flexible and the position becomes much more comfortable! This is discouraging first, when the position seems difficult to maintain and to remember, but after practice repetitive, slow, it becomes second nature. But don't rush! Patience is the name of the game.
Have a teacher or an experienced around player is always a great idea if possible. It ensures that you don't pick up bad habits. When internalize you a bad technique, it may be difficult to strike. Often the hardest thing for starters, after they have their notes clear, is strumming. Stick to a simple and coherent model that works well with a number of melodies. Once you practice many and many times you'll want to do something more advanced, and you can even be adding to yourself! It is ok. A good example is low, low, high, to the bottom. It works with almost every song in 4/4 and it is a good place to start. And most importantly, have fun!
