Practice Guitar
Have you ever used the book "The Principles of Correct Guitar Practice"?
It was written by Jamie Andreas. Have you read it and applied the principles to your guitar practice? Does it work? Is it really necessary to practice in that manner? For me, it makes practice incredibly tense and boring. I can't stand practicing at such a slow pace. Is it still possible to become a good guitar player without using the principles of correct practice?
No, I've never read the book, "The Principles of Correct Guitar Practice." Back in 1956, when I first began to play, I bought a chord and theory book (Nick Manoloff's Chord Book) that I still have today. Also I purchased "Leeds Guitar Dictionary of 2400 Chords" which I use at times.
If something bores me in my practice, I move on to other avenues. There are scores of great guitarists that had probably developed bad practice habits. I believe among the best ways to improve your playing is to watch other guitarists perform, and, if given the opportunity, sit in with them and do some jamming. Such sessions provide a lot more than the standard practice sessions can do.
My axiom through the years is: "When you feel like playing, play with feeling."
So do it.
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