At what point do you give up on trying to learn a musical instrument? Are some seemingly "normal" skills impossible for some people to learn even with time and instruction? Can lack of skill trump desire? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2008 - 51 answers

Advice and resources for a guitar teacher? [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2008 - 5 answers

I've decided to start taking guitar lessons. Where should I buy my guitar? Know any good instructors? I'm in San Francisco. [more inside]
posted on Jan 7, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm looking for tennis lessons in London....and some guitar lessons / workshop. As you may have guessed these are unrelated. Can anyone offer any recommendations for either? [more inside]
posted on May 15, 2007 - 0 answers

Any good guitar teachers in NYC that won't be too expensive for a student? [more inside]
posted on Feb 4, 2007 - 6 answers

I am looking for a guitar teacher in either DC or Baltimore. I am at an intermediate level (mostly rock). I used to take lessons but haven't in about 8 years, so I'm rusty. I am looking for someone with an excellent reputation, which I am willing to pay for. Does anyone have any suggestions?
posted on Nov 6, 2006 - 4 answers

I just bought a Telecaster but I don't know any country licks! [more inside]
posted on Oct 23, 2006 - 7 answers

Last week AskMe helped me decide to start giving guitar lessons. I've taught many people how to play, but never formally or for pay. I live in an urban area surrounded by schools and rec centers, so getting the word out by flyer will be easy. In order to be properly prepared there is ... [more inside]
posted on Oct 3, 2006 - 14 answers

I've been asked to give music lessons to a young blind boy. He has been blind since birth, and he is a music fanatic. Please help me figure out the best approach to take in teaching him about music. [more inside]
posted on Sep 22, 2006 - 21 answers

I play some classical guitar (mostly self-taught), and after watching a few flamenco videos on youtube and elsewhere, got enthusiastic about flamenco. How can I find a flamenco guitarist around Atlanta who would teach me? Are there good DVDs, or book/CD combinations for self-study?
posted on Jun 15, 2006 - 3 answers

I'm looking for a bluegrass mandolin and/or guitar teacher in new york city - specifically someone near Columbia University or on the upper west side (or who would travel there for lessons). Have tried finding one on craig's list and looked at flyers at music stores. Any suggestions on how to find such a teacher, or knowledge of such a person?
posted on Apr 21, 2006 - 9 answers