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Title: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Tess on March 06, 2012, 08:47:56 PM
He has been playing guitar for just over a year. 

It isn't perfect but I think it isn't too bad for a 10 year-old.

[youtube=425,350]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-1UFm0o9J0&list=UUwK2ySru96yCrrKoBuRYK3w&index=1&feature=plcp[/youtube]
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Dblhaul on March 06, 2012, 11:12:06 PM
He is getting the hang of it just fine.. and the best way to learn is listening to others play and play along, it gives you a ear for the music.

I've been playing guitar for over 40 years and would enjoy jaming with him!
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: shadeaux on March 07, 2012, 12:22:34 AM
That was just too cute. He's got his little guitar mouth going, he's intense but comfortable.

And he plays well.  I'd go see him.   :-) 
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: obumazombie on March 07, 2012, 12:43:15 AM
You have something (someone) there to be authentically proud of.
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Tess on March 07, 2012, 09:15:44 AM
He is getting the hang of it just fine.. and the best way to learn is listening to others play and play along, it gives you a ear for the music.

I've been playing guitar for over 40 years and would enjoy jaming with him!

Thank you!  That is what he needs - someone to jam with.  I feel bad because we live in a VERY small "football" town.  He doesn't really have anyone around here that he can chill and play with, right now anyway.  His teacher is amazing!  Classically trained and has a real way with him. 
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Tess on March 07, 2012, 09:44:37 AM
That was just too cute. He's got his little guitar mouth going, he's intense but comfortable.

And he plays well.  I'd go see him.   :-) 

Oh thank you!  He is really loving it and it has been a great release for him.  I'm surprised at how quick he is able to pick some things up.  His teacher is having fun with him because he has a quick ear.
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Tess on March 07, 2012, 09:45:22 AM
You have something (someone) there to be authentically proud of.

Thank you!  I honestly love to hear him play.  I don't know how long that will last though.... :-)
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Gina on March 07, 2012, 09:46:58 AM
That's so cool !! I would be proud also!
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: sondrab on March 07, 2012, 10:07:37 AM
Awesome, it Cam gets to come with me when I visit I will have her bring her guitar and they can play for us.
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Tess on March 07, 2012, 10:32:32 AM
Awesome, it Cam gets to come with me when I visit I will have her bring her guitar and they can play for us.

That would be COOL!!!!!
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Wineslob on March 07, 2012, 12:17:37 PM
Thank you!  I honestly love to hear him play.  I don't know how long that will last though.... :-)

Heh, if he's like a friend of my daughters, not long. He'll LIVE with the dang thing.    :-)
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Eupher on March 07, 2012, 12:29:38 PM
He does well with blues changes.  :cheersmate:
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: obumazombie on March 07, 2012, 05:24:08 PM
Thank you!  I honestly love to hear him play.  I don't know how long that will last though.... :-)
With a little improvement he could offer lessons to his friends with no guitar experience, for a fee. Compensation would tend to hold his interest a bit longer.
Title: Re: I'm pretty proud of my kid
Post by: Mike B the Cajun on March 12, 2012, 10:25:13 AM
With only a year's lessons, he's good. I'd be proud too.

I played guitar for almost 30 years, and loved it!!  Unfortunately, a stroke 7 years ago left me with a right-side deficit, thus ending my real playing days.

I played acoustic, both 6- and 12-string, both Martins. When I could no longer play, I gave them to my best friend's then-11-yr-old daughter. She already played a mean piano, and took to guitar like a fish to water.

She was homeschooled, and got the equivalent of a HS diploma at 14. By that time, she was an accomplished piano player and guitarist, plus picked up the banjo.

She is now 19, college graduate (BSEE) and married to her childhood sweetheart. She still plays for her "Uncle" Mike, who thoroughly enjoys seeing his musical instruments put to good use.

BTW, she is also taking violin lessons!!!  That girl has talent!!