Chris from UK

[Chris2109]

Hi, I’m Chris from the UK. I bought a cheap electric guitar a year ago and tried to learn by watching YouTube videos. I got frustrated, put the guitar in the loft where it stayed for about 6 months. At Christmas, I thought I would give it another go. I started following Justins Beginner course and made some progress. About a month ago, I upgraded my guitar and now I practice every day. I have stopped trying to learn too quickly, and am sticking to the courses. So far, things are going well. I forgot to mention, I’m 55 and never played before. I hope I haven’t left it too late.

[liaty]

Hi Chris, never too late.

That’s the secret, just take your time and enjoy the process…

[Notter]

Hey Chris welcome to the community! As Dave’s said it’s never too late and there are plenty of us in similar positions to you who’ve broken on through using Justin’s method.
Have a ton of fun and good luck!

[Chris2109]

Thanks Dave

[TheMadman_tobyjenner]

Welcome Chris. You are never too old to rock and roll. Enjoy the ride.

[Chris2109]

Thanks Mark. I’ve only just discovered the community section of Justins Website. It’s good to know there are other older newbies out there.

[Avalon426]

Hi Chris
Nice to meet you, welcome to the community
You’re in the right place to learn guitar with Justin’s lessons.
And this community is a great place too

[stitch]

Welcome to the forum Chris

[Libitina]

, welcome to the group Chris.

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[roger_holland]

Hi Chris ,
Welcome here and I wish you a lot of fun

And now with a nice guitar and the right mindset about sticking to the course to , you are on the right track

Greetings,Rogier

[theoldman66]

Hi Chris, always a pleasure to welcome another Old Dog into the fold

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[Malz]

Welcome Chris, enjoy the journey.

[Gunhild]

Hello Chris

A warm welcome to the forum.
You’ve found the perfect place here. The courses and song tutorials are great, very comprehensive and motivating. And there are lots of kind and helpful people here in the community.
Just stick to the course and your practice routine and have lots of fun on your musical journey

Cheers from Germany
Gunhild

[MadModMcd]

Welcome aboard Chris

[SteveL_G99]

@Chris2109

About a month ago, I upgraded my guitar and now I practice every day. I have stopped trying to learn too quickly, and am sticking to the courses.

Hi Chris, welcome to the community. Just add “Have Fun and Play Songs” to the list above and you will have the checklist for a lifetime of rewarding guitar learning and fun.

[tony]

Hey Chris

Welcome to the community. You’ve definitely not started too late. I started when I was about your age and now, some 13 years later I’ve played over 100 open mics and music is now a big part of my lifestyle. The rewards are just fabulous. Hang in there, and you’ll be amazed at what you can do in only a relatively short time.

[CATMAN62]

Hello Chris & welcome!!!
Just keep it fun & keep it going!!!
Guitar has it’s frustrations but is sooooo rewarding when you persevere!!!
Good luck with your musical journey!!!

Tod from New Mexico USA

[markr31]

Welcome! Definitely not too late. There are a lot of us on here who started at your age or later. Just remember to have fun.

[CBVocals]

Welcome, Chris! Just enjoy your guitar and have a good time with it. Sounds like you’re on the right road there.

Chris

[amandaw57]

Hi Chris, Welcome lovely looking SG in your photo, enjoy the experience get the basics and fun.
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