How I did it: I started playing guitar when I was 15-ish, picking up my sister's acoustic guitar and teaching myself from tabs on the internet and whatever lessons her teacher had transcribed for her.

I eventually bought my own guitar, followed by my own amp, another guitar, and I'm finally now the proud owner of my own acoustic guitar. With it, I practiced some very silly (and profane) songs, and played them at an open mic night at a local pub. I was way too drunk to play competently, but I probably needed the courage to go up there and sing my heart out like I did.

It was an interesting experience, but I did it because I wanted to become a musician.

Lessons & tips: Don't drink and perform.

Resources: www.ultimate-guitar.com

It has tabs for pretty much every song imaginable, as well as tons of lessons for anyone, beginner to expert.

Dec 01, 2008, 12:06AM PST | 0 comments | 1 cheer