[the-old-coach]

This great news! Speaking only for myself, it’s funny how hard we all work to learn stuff —- that we may not really even know what it is when we’re learning at the time. Doesn’t mean we weren’t learning it, though.

And then………. like with you………. the lightbulb comes on!

And that’s a great feeling– and a BIG win!

Sometimes it takes years to have it all come together!!!

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[the-old-coach]

This is yet another great post you have made here.

There is a lot to digest there, partly because as I read thru it, I have to take quite a few time-outs to see that I’m quite similar– (yeah- scary).

I think I’m missing the TAC program a bit, because- (mainly unlike you?)- I feel like I do better/learn better when I have a clear plan given to me….. a task in front of me….. a boulder to push up the mountain.

For me it seems that once a person gets a little bit beyond “beginner”, maybe takes a few courses or classes– expanding their knowledge by a good amount, and also maybe writes a few tunes…….. things “change”. You begin to experiment with new things and also with things you already know. There is now a whole new world out there!!!!!

But all of this “new” can lead to too many choices, and possibly then, no clear path. So, another “practice” of random, unsatisfying, unproductive, noodling-around. Blah.

Which, to me anyway, is far worse than having a clear set of “assignments” that TAC gave me. Thinkin’ I shoulda stayed on…….

[the-old-coach]

I love how this thread just keeps popping up! When I see a new post on this thread– I sometimes go back and re-listen to your performance of this song, and get reminded of just how well you do it.

Since I first saw your video, I have monkeyed around with that song– it is easy-sounding, but tough- at least for me! There is a LOT to remember………

You know, you could treat us to an even newer update😀– just sayin’!

mark

[the-old-coach]

You all are just too kind. And influential. I have learned a LOT in the TAC system– that’s for sure!…. But, I have learned EVEN MORE from my fellow TAC’ers—– right here in the Forum! Discussion things, answering my questions, “pulling me UP”- (and directing me back onto the trail when damn-good-and-lost).

Yes, I sound like a broken record— but being in a Forum-area with folks like YOU-all, has been REALLY AWESOME. Best ever. Too easy to just take for granted and not check in……… More powerful than we can realize.

Thankful beyond words- (but, wow, I can sure seem to yammer-on😏)….

theoldcoach

[the-old-coach]

With the Dailies, I like to get to the point where I “feel good” about the effort I put into that lesson, then move on. No individual lesson is gonna change anybody into a George Harrison, but thousand of them– that you learned a little from each– will make HUGE difference– over time– as your overall guitar-knowledge and experience grows.

I have a guitar-friend- (who has taken LOTS of private lessons over the years)- who can play maybe 6-8 songs REALLY well. But, I believe TAC’s greatest thing is that it teaches us how to learn to play ANY song, because it teaches “all-around” skills and knowledge.

There is a HUGE difference between the two philosophies.

[the-old-coach]

Had a nice response to post in this great thread………..

Then………. yet again……….. POOF………. (the PINK SCREEN OF DEATH)……….

Why?????💩

I’m out. So frustrating.

theoldcoach

[the-old-coach]

Moonhare– Thanks for your comments and encouragement! You are in the group I have always looked up to.

theoldcoach

[the-old-coach]

RR-

Don’t be afraid to just “see what’s easiest”. There are different ways finger chords. Example– some people play an open A with three fingers “in line”, while others play it in “triangle” form. Also, some play it using index/middle/ring, others play it middle/ring/pinkie- (which makes it “Barre-able” and therefore moveable).

Also, some sites or teachers will emphasize using whatever fingering allows for the easiest, most efficient movement to whatever the “next chord” is.

Bottom line- there’s not necessarily a “you always have to do it this way” thing……

[the-old-coach]

Mike–

This is a great post you have done here! I just found out I still have access to the TAC Forum- (I passed on renewing on my Jan 12 date)- so that is great! But I’m like a fart in a skillet sometimes- (you can tell in my posts)- and think I’ll likely re-join at some point—- for the same reasons Fred and you mention.

Anyway– great to hear from you, Fred!

[the-old-coach]

Thanks for the kind words, when, in fact, you have been an inspiration to myself and many others…….. all along. More than you know.

[the-old-coach]

❤………… Keep pullin’ those that come after you, on up the mountain. Thank you for draggin’ me out of the weeds- (a few times!).

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[the-old-coach]

Again– Again– you are the Master of perspectives!

yer-ol’-pal

[the-old-coach]

Jeff– I have always kept an eye out for any posts that you put out. You always offer perspectives that we don’t think of. You are a very wise man.

[the-old-coach]

AD-

Thank you! You’ve always been a solid advisor and someone I look up to- so your comments mean a lot.

[the-old-coach]

Kev- Thanks for giving it a listen, and also your words on it. (True).

I wanted it to be simple, to remind us to not judge ourselves so hard, and to “enjoy the ride”.

Thanks again!