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John replied to the topic Gently Lead Small Family and Friend Gatherings in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 2 years, 4 months ago
Hi Gail,
You found the best online program for what you are trying to accomplish. I’m really thankful that Jonathan spent so much time and effort putting this program together. I’ve had similar goals for years and finally accomplished them following this program. Best wishes to you!!
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John replied to the topic Introduction in the forum Introductions 2 years, 8 months ago
Welcome Vivian!
You’ve picked a great online learning program for guitar. Jonathan’s training program really works and the Song library is perfect for your goal. Best wishes with your new journey!
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John started the topic My goals for the next month in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 2 years, 8 months ago
Below are some songs that I will be working on the next month or so. Still trying to get comfortable with the picking patterns, but slowly getting there. This goal setting really helps which is why I’m posting again. Gives me items to focus on. Thanks for all of the recent new songs you’ve posted. I’ve really enjoyed playing them!
Land Slide – Steve Nicks
Speechless – Disney’s Aladdin -…Read More
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John replied to the topic Strum pattern guide from 7daychallenge in the forum General Discussion 2 years, 9 months ago
Hi Jennifer,
When I first started the program, I found the suggestions in the ‘Strum Pattern Practice’ (in the ‘7 Day Song Practice Guide’) of muting all the strings to be essential (SP1, SP2, and SP3). When watching the videos, I try to emulate Jonathan’s strumming hand paying close attention to the details. Once I feel my strumming hand is in sync with the video, then I play the strum…Read More
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John replied to the topic New short term goals in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 2 years, 10 months ago
Thanks Jonathan! Having fun!!
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John started the topic New short term goals in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 2 years, 10 months ago
Below are my new short term goals for over the holidays. Primarily going to work on the Hyperdrive strumming pattern and picking while learning new songs.
Christmas songs:
– Frosty the Snowman
– Little Drummer Boy (this one is really fun btw. looking forward to mastering.)
Other songs:
– Trust In You by Lauren Daigle (HYPERDRIVE Strumming Pattern)
– What a Wonderful World by Lois…Read More
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John replied to the topic Wondering (worrying, actually) about left thumb position in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
Thanks for the suggestions on Bsus4, C#m7 and loose thumb tip! Great to know. Do you have a similar tip for the Dm7 with the thumb? I feel like I’m getting closer, but not consistently there yet.
Have a great night!
–John
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John replied to the topic Wondering (worrying, actually) about left thumb position in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
Hi Susan,
For me, the chord dictates where my thumb goes and it has taken time and patience to get comfortable. What I chose to do is emulate Jonathan’s thumb positions and mute fingers in his Song Library and after time that worked well for. For example, if you pause on any of his songs you can see the thumb position for various chords. I’ve also done the same with strumming. Mute the…Read More
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John replied to the topic Struggling with Am7 in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
Hi Sheila,
That was the most difficult chord for me while trying to learn ‘How Can It Be’ by Lauren Daigle. It took me about a month to build my guitar callus on the pinky finger up and I had to pay extra attention to the posturing on my pinky finger to get a clean sound. The posturing that Jonathan talk about and patience was key for me. Hope that helps.
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John replied to the topic Why is the course page saying I didn't progress? in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
As far as I can tell all the buttons show Completed and the gold check marks are above each area. Could be all my clicking around over the past month did something strange. What I might do is unmark all and mark again at some point in time. Have a great day!
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John replied to the topic Mute finger for Bsus, C#m in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
That’s what I thought you were doing Jonathan. It does feel natural to use finger 2, so thanks for the confirmation!
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John started the topic Mute finger for Bsus, C#m in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
Hi Jonathan,
I’ve been working on ‘Open The Eyes Of My Heart’ (Sonic Flood) and have a question. Do I mute the low-E with my 2-finger for the Bsus and C#m?
Thanks!
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John replied to the topic Why is the course page saying I didn't progress? in the forum Questions & Struggles 2 years, 11 months ago
My course is at 96% Complete and it looks like everything is marked as complete. Just curious what the 4% I missed is as I’m struggling to find that information. Super fun course and song library!
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John replied to the topic Song Suggestions in the forum General Discussion 2 years, 11 months ago
Thanks Jonathan! Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!!
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John started the topic Song Suggestions in the forum General Discussion 2 years, 11 months ago
Hi Jonathan,
If you ever get around to adding any new songs, below are a couple suggestions.
– RED ROCKS WORSHIP – Nobody Like You. I think the guitar tutorial looks like a fit for your chord selection.
– Stand In Your Love – Bethel Music, Josh Baldwin. Sure have enjoyed “Peace” by Josh Baldwin in your song library. Thanks so much.
btw, I’ve followed your suggestions on the Yamaha G…Read More
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John replied to the topic My short and long term goals for the end of 2021 in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 2 years, 11 months ago
Cool goals Louise! You are on to something with the ‘find time’ comment. As children, fun was non-negotiable, right? It’s nice to have non-negotiable practice time with the guitar! Best wishes with your practice sessions and goals!
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John replied to the topic My short and long term goals for the end of 2021 in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 3 years ago
Hi Lindsay,
Your goals are similar to mine! I’ll look forward to sharing tips and hope you reach your goals. I’m probably going to switch to the extra light gauge strings over the weekend, so I can play longer.
Kindest regards,
–John
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John started the topic My Goals in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 3 years ago
Playing guitar has been on my bucket list for years, but I’ve struggled to get past the start. This COVID pandemic has taught me that you might not have forever to get to your bucket list, so here I am. Starting guitar for me is like trying to get a Merry-Go-Round started that is loaded with kids! It’s not easy at the start, but once you get it spinning for a bit it gets easier. It is…Read More
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