Are You Considering the Guitar?: The Guitarist’s Lifestyle

The guitar captivated Timothy Sarno since his childhood. By the end of his first summer learning to play the ukulele, he bought his first guitar and amplifier.

After forty years playing guitar, writing soundtracks, and teaching, Sarno learned a thing or two about playing this classic instrument. He even invented Guitar Sweeps, a specialized guitar pick. What Sarno learned over four decades, however, isn't imparted through conventional teaching.

With this guidebook, Sarno shares a number of initial considerations about learning to play the guitar, covering information not generally found in standard tutorials. You'll learn how to pick a guitar, what accessories you may need, and how to play by ear. Perhaps most importantly, Sarno stresses the significance of practice, patience, perseverance, and precision-a system he developed that has proven successful.

Sarno is passionate about motivating new guitarists. Should you turn out to be the next Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, or Eddie Van Halen, bravo There's always room for another guitar virtuoso. So, if you want the fast track to learning the ropes, this original and informative primer is a must read.