are most guitarist self taught?
James Hetfield took piano lessons before he was 10, but he learned guitar on his own. Michael Paget of bullet for my Valentine didn't take any lessons either. You could say Synyster Gates of Avenged Sevenfold taught himself, but he did get a little teaching from college. First Guitar: While his first guitar is unknown, he had both a 12-string Takamine as well as an SRV Signature Stratocaster. First Band: Villanova Junction. How He Learned: Largely self-taught, though he later enrolled at the Berklee College of Music and received a partial scholarship. In interviews he recounted how he not only played drums, but keyboards/piano in addition to the electric guitar. 1  First Guitar: Unknown. 2  First Band: The Upholsters. 3  How He Learned: Unknown, though it’s incredibly likely he was self taught.  First Song: Unknown. Les Paul was self taught I believe not to mention what he did for the world of guitar playing in general. On a side note most professional musicians cannot sight read music and could give a **** less about a musical staff. Once you know all the scales, notes, theory and modes you don't need to read music. Plus pattern instruments like guitar negate the need for sheet music unless you just want to do it. I am only an amateur who is still learning, but if there are any tips that I have ever obtained from experienced players, they include as follows: 1  Always tune your guitar before you play even if you are only learning a song and not performing. 2  Learn other voicings besides your basic major and minor chords. The teller of this lie wasn't a parent, but a teacher, but I think it still is worth sharing. When I was in 9th grade, I had a wonderful Math teacher, who had a very dry sense of humor. He was explaining how mathematical 'proofs' work. Arguably the most influential guitar player of all time, Jimi Hendrix has left a legacy that will last as long as rock and roll itself. Starting the guitar at the age of 15, this musician quickly earned a name for himself playing gigs on the chitlin’ circuit until his own career took off in the mid-60s. For all you self-taught guitarists, do you have any tips or advice for some one who is just starting out by themselves (self.Guitar) submitted 2 years ago * by BowlNugsnHarmony. I just picked up the guitar a few days ago and I'm excited. But, I was wondering if there is any advice you guys would like to share. So far I've been relying on an internet series and i also wanted if this is a good path to take. Quora User, A perpetual learner in music. Loves singing and learning about vocals. I am only an amateur who is still learning, but if there are any tips that I have ever obtained from experienced players, they include as follows: Always tune your guitar before you play even if you are only learning a song and not performing. 15 Famous Musicians Who Are Totally Self-Taught. These Famous Self-Taught Artists Will Impress You! One of the hardest things to do when you are teaching yourself to play an instrument is keeping your motivation up. Early frustrations make us doubt if this is the best way to learn an instrument, and it can be difficult to get back into practicing. If you want some inspiration, take a look at these famous self-taught musicians and find the motivation you need to keep going!
Yes, there are famous Musicians Who Are Totally Self-Taught.