TIPS FOR TODAY
You might be thinking, “There’s no way I can learn this in 10 minutes.”
Good — because you’re not supposed to.
The goal isn’t to perfect the challenge in ten minutes. It’s to introduce your fingers and your brain to something new so they’ll be a little smoother the next time you sit down with a similar skill.
Motor-learning research shows that short, imperfect reps create more progress than long, grinding sessions. Ten minutes keeps your brain sharp, your hands relaxed, and the habit alive.
And here’s the quiet superpower of the 10-minute rule: it gets you started. Most people end up playing longer because once you’re in motion, the fun takes over.
So today, just touch the new idea a few times. Let that be enough.
Ten minutes builds momentum — and momentum builds players.
YOUR SAMPLE WEEK OF TONY'S ACOUSTIC CHALLENGE
5-Day "Stop Dabbling, Start Playing Guitar" Challenge
- TUE: LICK
- WED: Improv
- THU: Rhythm
- FRI: Transitions
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Playing a breedlove passport series.
I’m playing a Fender Paramount PM 3C all mahogany.
Taylor Big Baby. I have been learning for over 5 years I keep plateauing but love to play .
I’m not acoustic—does that mean I can’t join? I’m playing an Epiphone Casino Coupe because I love the Beatles but wanted a body that was smaller than a regular Casino.
I am playing a Maestro MA 41 by Gibson
Takamine EF-341.
Thirty-some years ago I was looking for an acoustic that felt just right. After visiting several guitar stores and playing a number of guitars, I landed on a glowing used Taylor 512 at an old folk music shop. I’ve learned some simpler pieces along the way, but haven’t really gotten to a higher comfort level on it, and have always been quite self-conscious about saying I play, being embarrassed about my level. This year I’m finally working consistently on learning to play better, electric for a while, which I love, and now I’ve pulled out my Taylor and find I keep reaching for it, over and over.
Hi, Fender F-03, which I bought around 45 years ago.
Tuning in from Liverpool in the UK.
Really enjoying the lessons so far.
Thanks
I very like it
Tony,
Enjoying the challenge. Guitar I am using is a Kronbauer out of British Columbia.
PC
I did both lessons 1 and 2 today. I am a 50 year beginner! I can play “camp songs” with easy chords. I have a few guitars, but my favorite, and the one I’m playing now is a Simon and Patrick Showcase Mahogany. Thanks for the encouragement. I am retired and will be traveling a lot until the first of the year. I hope to sign up then.
Yamaha G-235
Oscar Schmidt model OF2
Martin LX1E. I use to build guitars at CF Martin Co. so it’s only natural I would want to learn to play guitar.
Bought my guitar a Yamaha G-60-A somewhere around 1980. Took classical lessons for so many months and hung it up. Came out shotly during pandemic. restrung it and adjusted the action a few weeks ago and I think it plays pretty well. In Whittier CA . The blues and harmonica are my other interests
My first Guitar and it is a Fender CD-605.
I’m playing a Martin Road Series MIM. Bought 3 years ago.
Yamaha FG720S. My daughters bought it for me about 20 years ago and I am just starting to learn to play it now.
MARTIN OMCPA3.
Yamaha FS800. First metal string guitar…
I am playing a Taylor 314-CE.
Carvin C-250 Cobalt. This model, and all Carvin acoustics, were discontinued about a year after I purchased it. 2001ish. Carvin closed its doors entirely in 2017.
A classical Hartwood Libretto.
cd60
Mine is a Freshman Apollo 2 DC.
A basic starter guitar.
its a Fender FG-70
I don’t know what kind of guitar, it is a hand me down. I also don’t know what you mean by set-up.
Ovation Balladeer
Galvador-Ibanez GA 60 CE
I’m playing an Alvarez RD8 acoustic guitar.
Cheapie Fender CD-60CE made in China. Yes it does feel like I’m fighting it. Gotta learn about getting it “set up”.
Martin D18
Baby Taylor e-koa
1996 Washburn Guitarland $189 on sale. Hung it up in 1996 finally picked it back up.
I play a Hohner
Taylor 214ce. What does it mean to have the guitar setup?
Takamine… I think it’s too big.
Zager ZAD50CE
1972 Sigma DR-7 dreadnought w rosewood back and sides made in Japan by Martin. Has a zero fret and an adjustable bridge. The Greek letter Sigma looks like a sideways M, so when you’re playing the guitar (right-handed) it looks like the letter M
Play a 1964 Gibson LGO.
I play a Seagull S6 from the mid 90’s.
Playing on a archtop Godin 5th Avenue KingPin P90
Taylor T5Z Acoustic Electric. I took classical guitar lessons from age 10-12 once per week. Gave it up because I dedicated myself to playing sports. Touched a guitar again 50 years later and started taking lessons until Covid hit. Started lessons again last year at age 70. I enjoy playing but feel like I should be better. Wished I had kept at it for 50 years!
I play a Matsuoka AM566 Classical, I don’t use a pick. I bought it in 1970s in Toronto and generally play folk (Dylan, Lightfoot, Mitchell, Taylor, Denver) and kids songs (Raffi) for my Grandkids and former Day Care charges. I try some older pop songs like Margaritaville, House of Rising Sun and some Spanish classical licks.
Martin D-16RGT. Love it.
I play a 00018 Martin guitar that I absolutely love. I have small hands and love the smaller scale. Also play with lighter gauge strings.
Yamaha fg331
zager zad 50
I play a Fender Starcaster I bought used years ago. Replaced the Bridge when I first got it. Love the thing.
A 1998 Adamas 1597