I just learning you see.What electric guitar would recommend for a beginner?
Epiphone G310 sgWhat electric guitar would recommend for a beginner?
Squire Stratacaster.
I strongly do not recommend a FirstAct. They are shorter and have less frets than normal guitars, there harder to play and you out grow them very quickly.
You can buy a Strat at nearly any guitar store but beware of the STARcasters at Target since these aren't the same.
Strats come in the brands Squire (by Fender) and Fender. Squires is a brand made by Fender that is cheaper for beginners. Strats go from $100 (or less) to thousands. Pros like Jimi Hendrix used Strats (he used a Fender though.)
It was the guitar I started on and strongly recommend it.
that one. that ones good
4 a begginer i would recomend a johnsons guitar or an encore guitar.
If you have access to a Costco, they have Yamahas that work very well and are great for beginners. I can also recommend looking for FirstAct instruments that can often be found at places like Target, Walmart and the like. These instruments are easily good enough for a beginner to enjoy playing until their level of expertise increases and a better instrument is desired.
Watch out for guitars that have high strings that are difficult to push down. They are not indicative of true guitars, and may dissolution an enthusiastic beginner. If you have a good ear for pitch, play each string by itself while pressing each consecutive fret until you've gone all the way from the tuning area to the guitar body. If the pitch is too far off as you go along, find another instrument if possible. Good luck!
Harmony
.
Please see on this site : http://www.cheapelectricguitars4u.com
Sunday, December 27, 2009
I would like to learn to quilt. Can anyone recommend books for a true beginner?
I am very interested in learning to quilt (by hand or machine). I purchased a book on ebay about hand quilting and it was not made for a true beginner. I didn't understand half of what they were talking about. Can anyone help?I would like to learn to quilt. Can anyone recommend books for a true beginner?
Hi! :) My favorite, inexpensive, and very easy to find book that helped me learn the basics of quilting is called ';The Complete Guide to Needlework'; put out by Readers Digest. I think there is a new version, and I'm sure it's fantastic - but if you're a yard sale typa gal like I am, or even like to stop at used book stores or thrift shops, this book is a pretty inexpensive and easy find. I haven't tried, but maybe even Amazon.com is a thought. I picked up mine at a sale for $1 and I still refer to it every now and then. The instructions are very basic, and perfect for someone who hasn't a clue where to begin (like I was!). Among other popular needlecrafts, it gives you the basic run down on hand and machine quilting. If you find you love to quilt and really want to keep at it, you'll find tons of newer books out there that give great shortcuts and techniques to cut down the time it takes to make your quilt.
Another of my favorite books, is the ';Quilters Complete Guide'; put out by Fons and Porter. It also has basic instructions for hand and maching quilting...plus hand quilting patterns, and some popular quilting designs that range from very basic to more advanced...it even covers different applique techniques (which you'll discover to some is an art of it's own!).
There are also many internet resources like www.quilterscache.com, that give basic quilting instructions and also offer TONS of free patterns and block instructions. Just look up quilting on Yahoo!.
To make a long answer even longer - you could always look in your phone book or online for a local quilt shop...most small shops (and even places like Jo-Anns Plus) will offer classes on rotary cutting, hand quilting, applique, and basic quilting just to name a few.
I've one suggestion to you as you are learning - when it comes to quilting, there are few hard and fast rules...a lot of what others will teach you will most likely be personal preference...things like whether to use expensive fabric or inexpensive, to use cotton batting or polyester, what brands of threads and needles...quilters' can be quite oppionionated, and many have no quams voicing them! But as you test different techniques and products, you might find that you're a gadget collector and just have to have anything and everything having to do with quilting...or you might find that some fabric, scissors, thread, batting and needles are all you need to make an amazing quilt!
Oh - one last thing...when you begin to quilt, a pattern that's really easy and beginner friendly is called ';Yellow Brick Road';...you can find it at your local quilt shop or Jo-Ann's...it's about $7 depending on your area...and it's made with all fat quarters! It's really cute, easy, and fun!
I hope this helps and good luck! :)I would like to learn to quilt. Can anyone recommend books for a true beginner?
The best way to learn is to find a quilt shop in your area and take a class. Quilters always have tips to share and are generally wonderful people! ( We are also modest! LOL)
Go to Jo-Ann Fabric store. They have all those books plus classes. I would recommend a class for beginners.
try first:http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0geupt6LS5F3G鈥?/a>
Go to a class or find someone who you know that quilts. It really is easier if someone is showing you. It is hard to learn from books.
The one I started with is called ';Start Quilting with Alex Anderson.'; We used it in the class I took, so I had help with understanding, but it's still a good (and relatively inexpensive) book. I'd also recommend picking up a couple of magazines - Fons and Porter's Love of Quilting has excellent resources for beginning quilters, including sheets that you can remove and put in a binder for future reference. Fons and Porter also have a book called ';Quilter's Complete Guide'; that has practically everything you need to know about quilting. Also, Eleanor Burns has VERY clear, detailed instructions with illustrations in her books. ';Still Stripping After 25 Years'; is an excellent one to start with.
In addition to reading material, try television and the internet. Check your local public television station to see if they carry any quilting shows. Fons and Porter and Eleanor Burns (Quilt in a Day) both have shows on PBS. HGTV still has Alex Anderson's Simply Quilts (for a little while, anyway). Then there's QNN TV that has shows on the internet around the clock. Click around and find out what's on that suits you.
Finally, I really recommend you take a class, if at all possible. It helps to have a person right there explaining and correcting. Most quilt shops offer beginner classes, and they're fairly reasonably priced. You often get a discount on the materials you purchase for the class. Believe me, it's worth the extra $50 or so. Not only do you have a teacher, but you'll build a relationship with that quilt shop so you always feel comfortable going in with questions. And it's a great community.
Good luck - quilting is addictive!
Hi! :) My favorite, inexpensive, and very easy to find book that helped me learn the basics of quilting is called ';The Complete Guide to Needlework'; put out by Readers Digest. I think there is a new version, and I'm sure it's fantastic - but if you're a yard sale typa gal like I am, or even like to stop at used book stores or thrift shops, this book is a pretty inexpensive and easy find. I haven't tried, but maybe even Amazon.com is a thought. I picked up mine at a sale for $1 and I still refer to it every now and then. The instructions are very basic, and perfect for someone who hasn't a clue where to begin (like I was!). Among other popular needlecrafts, it gives you the basic run down on hand and machine quilting. If you find you love to quilt and really want to keep at it, you'll find tons of newer books out there that give great shortcuts and techniques to cut down the time it takes to make your quilt.
Another of my favorite books, is the ';Quilters Complete Guide'; put out by Fons and Porter. It also has basic instructions for hand and maching quilting...plus hand quilting patterns, and some popular quilting designs that range from very basic to more advanced...it even covers different applique techniques (which you'll discover to some is an art of it's own!).
There are also many internet resources like www.quilterscache.com, that give basic quilting instructions and also offer TONS of free patterns and block instructions. Just look up quilting on Yahoo!.
To make a long answer even longer - you could always look in your phone book or online for a local quilt shop...most small shops (and even places like Jo-Anns Plus) will offer classes on rotary cutting, hand quilting, applique, and basic quilting just to name a few.
I've one suggestion to you as you are learning - when it comes to quilting, there are few hard and fast rules...a lot of what others will teach you will most likely be personal preference...things like whether to use expensive fabric or inexpensive, to use cotton batting or polyester, what brands of threads and needles...quilters' can be quite oppionionated, and many have no quams voicing them! But as you test different techniques and products, you might find that you're a gadget collector and just have to have anything and everything having to do with quilting...or you might find that some fabric, scissors, thread, batting and needles are all you need to make an amazing quilt!
Oh - one last thing...when you begin to quilt, a pattern that's really easy and beginner friendly is called ';Yellow Brick Road';...you can find it at your local quilt shop or Jo-Ann's...it's about $7 depending on your area...and it's made with all fat quarters! It's really cute, easy, and fun!
I hope this helps and good luck! :)I would like to learn to quilt. Can anyone recommend books for a true beginner?
The best way to learn is to find a quilt shop in your area and take a class. Quilters always have tips to share and are generally wonderful people! ( We are also modest! LOL)
Go to Jo-Ann Fabric store. They have all those books plus classes. I would recommend a class for beginners.
try first:http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0geupt6LS5F3G鈥?/a>
Go to a class or find someone who you know that quilts. It really is easier if someone is showing you. It is hard to learn from books.
The one I started with is called ';Start Quilting with Alex Anderson.'; We used it in the class I took, so I had help with understanding, but it's still a good (and relatively inexpensive) book. I'd also recommend picking up a couple of magazines - Fons and Porter's Love of Quilting has excellent resources for beginning quilters, including sheets that you can remove and put in a binder for future reference. Fons and Porter also have a book called ';Quilter's Complete Guide'; that has practically everything you need to know about quilting. Also, Eleanor Burns has VERY clear, detailed instructions with illustrations in her books. ';Still Stripping After 25 Years'; is an excellent one to start with.
In addition to reading material, try television and the internet. Check your local public television station to see if they carry any quilting shows. Fons and Porter and Eleanor Burns (Quilt in a Day) both have shows on PBS. HGTV still has Alex Anderson's Simply Quilts (for a little while, anyway). Then there's QNN TV that has shows on the internet around the clock. Click around and find out what's on that suits you.
Finally, I really recommend you take a class, if at all possible. It helps to have a person right there explaining and correcting. Most quilt shops offer beginner classes, and they're fairly reasonably priced. You often get a discount on the materials you purchase for the class. Believe me, it's worth the extra $50 or so. Not only do you have a teacher, but you'll build a relationship with that quilt shop so you always feel comfortable going in with questions. And it's a great community.
Good luck - quilting is addictive!
How to choose a digital keyboard for beginner?
My 4 yr old just started Yamaha Junior Class, is Casio K215 digital keyboard suitable for him at this stage? or wat should i get at this stage? how long will i need to next change a keyboard to suit his progress?How to choose a digital keyboard for beginner?
You may want to try asking this in the musical instrument venue. This is a camera venueHow to choose a digital keyboard for beginner?
Here's a Yamaha starter keyboard that should work.
Link Below:
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Yamaha-Po鈥?/a>
You may want to try asking this in the musical instrument venue. This is a camera venueHow to choose a digital keyboard for beginner?
Here's a Yamaha starter keyboard that should work.
Link Below:
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Yamaha-Po鈥?/a>
What is the best guitar for a beginner?
What is the best acoustic guitar for a beginner? price range of 110$ below.What is the best guitar for a beginner?
if you are a beginner looking for an acoustic guitar under $110, it probably won't matter which brand you get. i suggest epiphone or yamaha. they are decent sounding for the price. check out pawn shops. they usually have good deals on guitars.What is the best guitar for a beginner?
I'd have to agree with the above answer. I have a Yamaha and it works great and sounds great. Mine seems to come out of tune a bit more often than the rich man's guitars, but as a beginner you ought to become familiar with tuning the guitar anyway.
if you are a beginner looking for an acoustic guitar under $110, it probably won't matter which brand you get. i suggest epiphone or yamaha. they are decent sounding for the price. check out pawn shops. they usually have good deals on guitars.What is the best guitar for a beginner?
I'd have to agree with the above answer. I have a Yamaha and it works great and sounds great. Mine seems to come out of tune a bit more often than the rich man's guitars, but as a beginner you ought to become familiar with tuning the guitar anyway.
What kind of dance lessons should a beginner adult couple take?
My husband and I would love to be able to dance at weddings, parties, and other gatherings, but we're quite limited in our skills.What kind of dance lessons should a beginner adult couple take?
SWING! It is so fun, and so in right now! You can modify it for any kind of music, and you'll look like a pro!What kind of dance lessons should a beginner adult couple take?
SALSA!!! It's soo much fun and it's a great dance for couples. Its a sexy and active kind of dancing you guys will love it......Good Luck (If I knew where u guys live I can try and recomend a dance company)
Scottish Country Dancing - Lots of fun, meet many couples and get to dance for fun and also, if you want, in competitions and displays
I would say tango or salsa. its a dance for a couple and it brings out the romance and fire in u.
latin and ballroom
Start out with Social Foxtrot, Waltz and Swing. Salsa is a popular choise too. All these fall into category of social ballroom, if you were curious (except salsa, salsa is nightclub dance). These dances are pretty easy to learn and they are the most popular at social gatherings like weddings and other occasions.
It depends on how musical you are. If you have good rhythm and want to do dancing because you enjoy moving to music, then ballroom and/or latin may be a good choice, because you will learn a variety of different dances, suitable for a variety of music. But that means mastering a lot of different footwork and different rhythms.
If you just want to dance for social reasons -maybe your sense of rhythm is a bit shaky, or you don't want to devote a lot of time to learning - then pick one style of dance and stick to it.
A good option is modern jive. There are many different names for it, as the dance has changed many times over the years, and some people have stuck to the older styles while others have invented new ones. For instance, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Balboa, Ceroc, Modern Jive.
The good thing is that you can dance them to almost anything, so you will be able to get up and dance most places. They work best with pop songs or jazz songs, but once you're confident you can dance them at any speed - danced to a slow number, they look like dirty dancing and can be quite impressive!
Alternatively, you'll find that the popular Latin dances, like Salsa, have a lively social scene of their own.
SEXY SALSA OR LAMBADA
great question. want to know to.
ballroom dancing. It is great for those formal occassions or quiet Saturday nights at home.
there are many different kinds of ballroom, take a few of those. They aren't hard to learn and don't take much flexibility. good luck! I hope you have lots of fun!
tango and waltz,
One simple answer would be Group lessons versus private lessons. There are advantages to both kinds, group lessons are far more affordable, but private lessons can fine-tune your needs more quickly. I'd start with group lessons, so far I've only experienced group lessons.
Hurry, this might be the perfect timing to contact your local community college and start a semester of beginning ballroom dance classes.
Ballroom dancing defines as ';dancing with a partner'; and that's exactly what you asked for when you asked for a ';beginner adult couple';. Ballroom incorporates a long list of dances including night club dances like salsa as long as they are partner dances.
While it is possible to choreograph a partnered tap dance routine, in general, tap dancing is not partnered, so tap dancing is not considered a ballroom dance. Likewise, you can choreograph a solo routine or a team routine in any of the ballroom styles, so the rule here is conceptual and not cast in stone.
Your motivation is to be able to have fun dancing at weddings, parties and other gatherings, and you're going to want to do some swing dancing and some smooth dancing. That's because swing dancing can be done to more music than any other single type of dance, and therefore gets the rating as the most versatile style.
I took my first semester of beginners ballroom dance in Spring of 2006. The dances taught were [American Smooth] Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, and [American Latin] Rumba, Cha Cha, and East Coast Swing. The terms in brackets are the categories those dances fell into.
I've noticed that others gave answers that mentioned other dances that are more advanced, and I'm not going to suggest that you can't learn them, but they didn't point out that they were more advanced dances and that you should get your swing basics with East Coast and Jitterbug in well before attempting to take on the charleston or the balboa.
A comment to the Husband: Head toward Tango, it's the last bastion of male chauvanism, you lead(choreograph): they follow.
A comment to the Wife: Head toward Tango, it's really intimate, and lots of fun. You'll enjoy the spontaneity, and the moves are both natural and intricate. It's a beautiful dance.
I've enjoyed both American Ballroom Tango and Argentine Tango, sometimes both during the same song.
My public library has a collection of VideoTapes and DVDs on the subject of dance instruction, including titles on ';Wedding Day Dancing';. Check to see if yours does, too.
But don't forget to check your Community College, Universities, Public Libraries and Parks and Recreation Departments, too.
Good Luck and have fun dancing!
-Experienced Newbie-
Ballroom dancing. This would include the waltz, tango, and foxtrot. Once you get some experience you can go on to more demanding dances.
There is also square dancing and round dancing for those starting out. You don't have to think of what to do next.
SWING! It is so fun, and so in right now! You can modify it for any kind of music, and you'll look like a pro!What kind of dance lessons should a beginner adult couple take?
SALSA!!! It's soo much fun and it's a great dance for couples. Its a sexy and active kind of dancing you guys will love it......Good Luck (If I knew where u guys live I can try and recomend a dance company)
Scottish Country Dancing - Lots of fun, meet many couples and get to dance for fun and also, if you want, in competitions and displays
I would say tango or salsa. its a dance for a couple and it brings out the romance and fire in u.
latin and ballroom
Start out with Social Foxtrot, Waltz and Swing. Salsa is a popular choise too. All these fall into category of social ballroom, if you were curious (except salsa, salsa is nightclub dance). These dances are pretty easy to learn and they are the most popular at social gatherings like weddings and other occasions.
It depends on how musical you are. If you have good rhythm and want to do dancing because you enjoy moving to music, then ballroom and/or latin may be a good choice, because you will learn a variety of different dances, suitable for a variety of music. But that means mastering a lot of different footwork and different rhythms.
If you just want to dance for social reasons -maybe your sense of rhythm is a bit shaky, or you don't want to devote a lot of time to learning - then pick one style of dance and stick to it.
A good option is modern jive. There are many different names for it, as the dance has changed many times over the years, and some people have stuck to the older styles while others have invented new ones. For instance, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Balboa, Ceroc, Modern Jive.
The good thing is that you can dance them to almost anything, so you will be able to get up and dance most places. They work best with pop songs or jazz songs, but once you're confident you can dance them at any speed - danced to a slow number, they look like dirty dancing and can be quite impressive!
Alternatively, you'll find that the popular Latin dances, like Salsa, have a lively social scene of their own.
SEXY SALSA OR LAMBADA
great question. want to know to.
ballroom dancing. It is great for those formal occassions or quiet Saturday nights at home.
there are many different kinds of ballroom, take a few of those. They aren't hard to learn and don't take much flexibility. good luck! I hope you have lots of fun!
tango and waltz,
One simple answer would be Group lessons versus private lessons. There are advantages to both kinds, group lessons are far more affordable, but private lessons can fine-tune your needs more quickly. I'd start with group lessons, so far I've only experienced group lessons.
Hurry, this might be the perfect timing to contact your local community college and start a semester of beginning ballroom dance classes.
Ballroom dancing defines as ';dancing with a partner'; and that's exactly what you asked for when you asked for a ';beginner adult couple';. Ballroom incorporates a long list of dances including night club dances like salsa as long as they are partner dances.
While it is possible to choreograph a partnered tap dance routine, in general, tap dancing is not partnered, so tap dancing is not considered a ballroom dance. Likewise, you can choreograph a solo routine or a team routine in any of the ballroom styles, so the rule here is conceptual and not cast in stone.
Your motivation is to be able to have fun dancing at weddings, parties and other gatherings, and you're going to want to do some swing dancing and some smooth dancing. That's because swing dancing can be done to more music than any other single type of dance, and therefore gets the rating as the most versatile style.
I took my first semester of beginners ballroom dance in Spring of 2006. The dances taught were [American Smooth] Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, and [American Latin] Rumba, Cha Cha, and East Coast Swing. The terms in brackets are the categories those dances fell into.
I've noticed that others gave answers that mentioned other dances that are more advanced, and I'm not going to suggest that you can't learn them, but they didn't point out that they were more advanced dances and that you should get your swing basics with East Coast and Jitterbug in well before attempting to take on the charleston or the balboa.
A comment to the Husband: Head toward Tango, it's the last bastion of male chauvanism, you lead(choreograph): they follow.
A comment to the Wife: Head toward Tango, it's really intimate, and lots of fun. You'll enjoy the spontaneity, and the moves are both natural and intricate. It's a beautiful dance.
I've enjoyed both American Ballroom Tango and Argentine Tango, sometimes both during the same song.
My public library has a collection of VideoTapes and DVDs on the subject of dance instruction, including titles on ';Wedding Day Dancing';. Check to see if yours does, too.
But don't forget to check your Community College, Universities, Public Libraries and Parks and Recreation Departments, too.
Good Luck and have fun dancing!
-Experienced Newbie-
Ballroom dancing. This would include the waltz, tango, and foxtrot. Once you get some experience you can go on to more demanding dances.
There is also square dancing and round dancing for those starting out. You don't have to think of what to do next.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a beginner guitar book?
I am just learning guitar. I dont even have callouses yet. I would like to know if anyone has suggestions for a beginners book I should pick up. I have an acoustic and right now I am learning sheet music, even though I wouldnt mind learning tabs. I lean more towards rock and blues but really I am just looking to figure out where to put my fingers.Does anyone have a recommendation for a beginner guitar book?
Im a beginner in guitar too, and I use this book.
Hal Leonard: Guitar Method, Complete Edition.
The Complete Edition includes all 3 books in the series, its cheaper to get the Complete Edition because you get all 3 books and the 3 CDs that acconpany the books.
I like this book a lot 'cause it's easy to learn from.
Hope this helps :)Does anyone have a recommendation for a beginner guitar book?
If you are a beginner,you have to use simple exercises for your fingers to make you feel more comfortable.That's basic.Everyone who plays guitar knows that.These exercices are great to build up strenght and speed.
For guitar books go to scribd.com
Search there for guitar books.Also search for sheet music from your favorite bands...
Be a member and dowload any guitar book in .pdf format for free.
At least that's what i do.
So,
i answered,now do what you got to do (vote me!!!)
The Acoustic Bible of Rockspa facial refill ink blushers crude oil
Im a beginner in guitar too, and I use this book.
Hal Leonard: Guitar Method, Complete Edition.
The Complete Edition includes all 3 books in the series, its cheaper to get the Complete Edition because you get all 3 books and the 3 CDs that acconpany the books.
I like this book a lot 'cause it's easy to learn from.
Hope this helps :)Does anyone have a recommendation for a beginner guitar book?
If you are a beginner,you have to use simple exercises for your fingers to make you feel more comfortable.That's basic.Everyone who plays guitar knows that.These exercices are great to build up strenght and speed.
For guitar books go to scribd.com
Search there for guitar books.Also search for sheet music from your favorite bands...
Be a member and dowload any guitar book in .pdf format for free.
At least that's what i do.
So,
i answered,now do what you got to do (vote me!!!)
The Acoustic Bible of Rock
What's a good beginner electric guitar?
I have an acoustic that I'm using to learn, but it doesn't really cut it for what I like to play. I would think a Les Paul or something, and I don't think I have much option in guitars, but there are ways to get them.What's a good beginner electric guitar?
There are a ton of decent beginner electrics out there. It really depends on how much your willing to spend and what feels good in your hands. You say you've been playing the acoustic. How long? When you buy an electric you also have to take into account the money your going to be spending on an amp, cables, a strap, etc.
Just go to a guitar store and try out the guitars. Im actually in the process of looking for an electric. I too have also been playing an acoustic. Im actually looking at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard. Its whats in my price range. Id love to go witha gibson but that would never fit my budget or at least for now.
You can always try looking into a Fender Strat or something in the lower end Ibanez. It really depends on what your willing to shell out. Just make sure you try out that guitar or at least have it setup when you buy it. Because a guitar not setup properly will be a guitar you really dont want to play which defeats the whole purpose of getting one.
There are a ton of decent beginner electrics out there. It really depends on how much your willing to spend and what feels good in your hands. You say you've been playing the acoustic. How long? When you buy an electric you also have to take into account the money your going to be spending on an amp, cables, a strap, etc.
Just go to a guitar store and try out the guitars. Im actually in the process of looking for an electric. I too have also been playing an acoustic. Im actually looking at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard. Its whats in my price range. Id love to go witha gibson but that would never fit my budget or at least for now.
You can always try looking into a Fender Strat or something in the lower end Ibanez. It really depends on what your willing to shell out. Just make sure you try out that guitar or at least have it setup when you buy it. Because a guitar not setup properly will be a guitar you really dont want to play which defeats the whole purpose of getting one.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)