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Post by philw on Sept 24, 2013 11:38:49 GMT
Blimey, whats the matter with me - my teacher took 4 weeks holiday a couple of months back, then I couldn't afford a lesson for a coulpe of weeks which I told him about - didn't even get a reply from him So I aint had a lesson in ages now, prob 2 months - and practice, well I have done virtually nothing for a coulpe of months apart from just picking it up here and there for short bursts......I love the guitars, both classical and acoustic, and I even went to a local classical guitar recital the other week which was excellent I just seem to have hit a 'lull' for some reason - do you guys get this - I have no idea why? The guy whos guitar recital I went to watch is going to ring me this weekend at somepoint to see about starting lessons with him possibly? I need to snap outta this and quick - just cant put my finger on it
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Post by Martin on Sept 24, 2013 11:43:36 GMT
Happens all the time, and fairly often with me Phil. Don't worry about it Just pick up the guitar when you feel like it - it'll come back. The very fact you're posting about it on a guitar forum kinda proves it's just a temporary thing. Until last night, I'm almost ashamed to say I hadn't picked up my guitar in about two months!!
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Post by ocarolan on Sept 24, 2013 12:32:46 GMT
Go with the flow, Phil. Martin is right, and lulls are part of the deal. Don't force yourself to do anything - it's supposed to be fun y'know! But do remember to come along and meet us at the Wool Merchant on Saturday - maybe some of the enthusiasm there might be catching!
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Post by leoroberts on Sept 24, 2013 12:48:01 GMT
Been there; done that ... the enthusiasm'll come back, Phil. But try and rush it or force yourself and you'll just end up pushing the guitar away for even longer. Try listening to some music - chances are you'll start thinking "I wonder what chord that is?" and, before you know, the guitar is in your hands again and you're ready to roll and, if it isn't, you've spent time listening to good music
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Post by scorpiodog on Sept 24, 2013 13:46:39 GMT
Oh yes, Phil. This is almost as familiar a feeling as GAS! I've had a lull for 3 weeks out of the last 4. But I suddenly wanted to play one Friday, have been playng daily since, and have decided my guitar collection is a bit lacking and so have resolved to buy myself another. See, it all comes right in the end.
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Post by philw on Sept 24, 2013 14:42:00 GMT
Cheers guys - thanks for that - I think it doesn't help as I put pressure on myself a bit too, by that I mean I want to become a very good, proficient player, but I am only at the beginner stages, so have many many years to catch up on if you like, so I think if I am not doing much if anything for a few weeks at a time then like recent weeks I kinda beat myself up over it - after all you guys n gals on here didn't become great players by slacking i'm sure and I do believe that you reep what you sow and if you put the dedication and practice in then you will get the reward in the end @ leo - I've been listening to plenty pal, that's all I do when in the car unless I am waiting on a brenden Rodgers interview on the radio cd's in the car inc ana vidovic, john Williams, ralph mctell, martin simpson.......so I got a bit of a mix Also recently got a ticket to see Clive Carrol in Halifax (front row seat) and a ticket for Stefan Grossman approx. 10 mins away from me in the coming months
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Post by Akquarius on Sept 24, 2013 15:22:29 GMT
That's all quite familiar, Phil.
Anyway, at the moment I'm able to offer you a perfect 100% remedy. It's comparably cheap (6 GBP), doesn't taste bad, doesn't hurt and will bring back your enthusiasm to play guitar in less than no time.
Just come the Wool Merchant this weekend ;D
With all the great instruments you can play, all the fine people playing, listening and having fun and the friendly atmosphere you'll find yourself plucking strings before you know it.
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Post by ianlp59 on Sept 24, 2013 15:23:07 GMT
Hi Phil,
Happens to all of us from time to time that, which you are experiencing, or something similar. I never really stop playing because it's something I've got used to doing on a daily basis. However, it's true to say that some days are better than others when it comes to inspiration. Occasionally, everything just works and you find yourself doing something different and creative, on other occasions you go through the motions.
Hope you can make it up to Halifax and look forward to meeting you next weekend.
Cheers,
Ian
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Post by earwighoney on Sept 24, 2013 19:11:33 GMT
Cheers guys - thanks for that - I think it doesn't help as I put pressure on myself a bit too, by that I mean I want to become a very good, proficient player, but I am only at the beginner stages, so have many many years to catch up on if you like, so I think if I am not doing much if anything for a few weeks at a time then like recent weeks I kinda beat myself up over it - after all you guys n gals on here didn't become great players by slacking i'm sure and I do believe that you reep what you sow and if you put the dedication and practice in then you will get the reward in the end Don't place too much pressure on 'improving'; look to enjoy playing guitar as much as you can and with that almost without noticing you will improve at your own pace. Everyone has times when playing guitar (or anything else really) seems to make more sense than other times. People deal with the fallow times in different ways. Personally, in the times when the fretboard seems a little alien; I find a combination of the following things tend to have some positive impacts. - change instrument I spend most of my guitar playing on 6 string acoustic and nylon strings, with a lot less time on 12 string acoustic and electric guitar. If one isn't working out, sometimes the playing the form which I've not played in a while, which I find refreshes my appreciation for guitar. - take a break from playing guitar Sometimes doing something else for example watching films, reading, etc and coming back to the guitar makes it seem as it precious as it should be.
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Post by andy3sheds on Sept 24, 2013 20:13:24 GMT
I'd agree with changing instruments mandolins are useful to have around!
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Post by ocarolan on Sept 24, 2013 22:34:11 GMT
I'd agree with changing instruments mandolins are useful to have around! ...and ukuleles! Keith
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Post by brianr2 on Sept 24, 2013 22:47:27 GMT
I'd agree with changing instruments mandolins are useful to have around! ...and ukuleles! Keith ...and banjos! Brian
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Post by sigmadel on Sept 26, 2013 22:40:00 GMT
I'm just the same too . I get fed up and hardly pick it up and sometimes weeks will go by without a strum . I usually find a good way to overcome this is by listening to some acoustic artists or even better getting out to a gig , this seems to reignite my passion and I've got to play . It sounds like you'd be better finding a new teacher too but don't worry about it from what everyone is saying your not the only one this happens to , the main thing is that you keep coming back . Next time your like this try my sudgestion go to a few gigs or if you have one a local folk club , if moneys an issue listen to music via the net or CDs you may find yourself being inspired this way .
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Post by redpick on Sept 27, 2013 18:06:04 GMT
Phil, sounds like an ideal time to play the Blues! Seriously though, I find that if I haven't played for a few days, that I play really well returning to the guitar, almost as if my body has missed it and makes the most of it. Is there anyone locally you can share songs with?
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