Theory-Of-Xerosis
Well I'd say the best way to get started strong is to learn the following
Open Chords. Figure out those chords then play around with changing from one to the other. Learn to change chords smoothly with ALOT of practice, and it will help a whole bunch. That's the best place to start in my opinion to start getting better at the guitar quick. Also youtube guitar lessons, as there are a whole bunch of instructional videos that will help you a whole lot.
Good luck!!
Yeah what he said lol
Start slow and work your way up.
Set goals for yourself, and keep track of your progress.
Organized practice will help you become better much more quickly in the long run.
Keep in mind the difference between practice and playing. If you're going to practice, do so. But stay focused on it. Thus why I mentioned organization.
And remember also that practicing for 5 mins a day is a lot more productive than practicing for 3 hours in one day twice a week.
Conclusion:
1. Keep record of your progress and what you're practicing (a schedule, in other words)
2. Challenge yourself, but work towards your goals slowly and efficiently
3. Don't neglect your scale studies.
4. The metronome is your friend. Never neglect it.
5. Do what YOU like to do. Other peoples' taste in music isn't YOUR taste in music.
6. Always, always enjoy what you do.
Have fun
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