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Open Question: beginner guitar help?

I've had my guitar for a while now and i haven't made any progress with learning how to play. My main problem is that i don't know where to begin. in a few months my sister is getting a bass for her birthday and I want to get a head start on learning so I can teach her as well. So where do I begin? Do I start with learning chords or do I just learn easy songs and work my way towards harder songs? And are there any websites where I can learn how to play for free without a catch? Thanks in advanceAlso, if I go with learning chords first, in what order do I learn them in? more

Voting Question: Help with acoustic guitar please?!?

hiyya guys, I have never held a acoustic guitar in my life and lately i have had a real passion for the sound of an acoustic guitar. I decided i wanted to learn how to play so my dad bought me a real expensive acoustic guitar - the problem is i have never held one or taken lessons before. My dad can't afford for me to have lessons. I now know how to hold one but thats it. So im wondering if any of you know any websites that are free that will teach me the guitar - the basics like notes, chords and finally tunes? more

Resolved Question: I'm having trouble playing the guitar...Fat fingers?

I bought myself an acoustic guitar and am trying to learn how to play. I'm just starting out and finally found someone to give me free lessons. The problem I am having is that my fingers are too big. When he tries to get me to play a chord, my fingers touch more than one string at a time. He told me he believed there were guitars that had wider fretboards (sp?) that may be easier for me to learn with. I have practiced quite a bit and this is a major hurdle for me. Besides losing weight, LOL, what are my options? I do not believe practice will make perfect in this situation; even when he shows me exactly how to place my hand/fingers, i am still touching more than one string. ANY and ALL advice is welcome. Thanx in advance. more

Voting Question: Easy beginning songs to learn to play on guitar?

I'm just starting out playing guitar, teaching myself. Right now all I can play is Free Falling by sing D-chord variations, the beginning part of Swing Life Away by Rise Against, and the main riff of Day Tripper. What are some of the first songs you learned, or songs that wouldbe simple enough for me to learn and practice with? Thanks :) more

Resolved Question: Learning guitar and dont know where to go next?

well ive been playing guitar for probably about a year now but i really got into it probably about 6 months ago. Anyways, so i have one of those starter packs (fender starcaster). So i can read tabs, i know some major chords, i can play songs like dear maria count me in, dirty little secret, decode etc (i like alternative music) well now, i dont know where to go. Im not taking lessons nor do i plan on taking lessons and those online video lessons are my last resort. What should i do? I kinda wanna learn how to do those improv solos and blues and stuff. If you have any tips, please feel free to tell more

Voting Question: where can i find free guitar lessons, chord charts, and tabs?

i bought a guitar when i was in my teens and never learned it. i wanna learn to play. it was fun to mess around with but i haven't picked it up in almost 10 years now. more

Resolved Question: Beginner Guitar direction?

I have no knowledge of music whatsoever. I do not even know what a chord is.. But i do know that guitar is a very unique and awesome instrument and would love to learn how to play. Any sites or (free)guides that will teach me COMPLETE basics and then advance in its teaching? Thank you for any feedback :) more

Resolved Question: Do pianos really have no soul?

Sorry if I offend anyone but I personally think piano is one of the most souless instruments out there. There is so little contact between the person and the intrument. I just dislike the sound of the instrument. You can't vibrato the notes. You can't bend the notes. These really gives a piece of music much more emotion in my opinion. You can't use harmonics either. I know some very talented people out there. One girl I know is an excellent pianist. She said that she hated the sound of the instrument. She wants to start playing guitar instead. Two other people I know said the same thing. Some might say that electric guitars have no soul because it uses technology and machines. However, don't pianos use technology too? Electric guitars can do many things that pianos can't do. I can only think of two things that pianos can do that guitars (electric or acoustic) can't do. Pianos can play chords and melody at the same time, and Pianos have a wider range of notes they can play. So is it just me, or do pianos have no soul? Hey, if you are offended, feel free to recommend some piano music to me. Also, feel free to argue. I really want to learn to appreciate piano music.Wow thats a pretty nice sounding solo. I really like Keith Moon's solos. They are amazing.That's a really ingenius interpretation of Stairway to Heaven. I've actually seen that video before. I never favorited it, but now I will. I'll favorite the drum solo too more

Resolved Question: Guitar beginner!!need help!!?

ok...so i have bought my guitar like 2 years ago...n yes...i cant play a single song nor strum a right chord...im juz insanely suck at playing guitars...i juz dont understand it!!!its too difficult for me...but somehow,i really want to get to play songs with dat guitar...ive seen d youtube vids for beginners...none that could really make me understand...n d websites...they all ask for payment...i know...some of them r really cheap,but my dad,he juz dnt let me use his credit card for nothin...so im askin u guys here....where can i really learn guitar for free...n effective...help me plz....i really want to play my guitar... more

Resolved Question: Websites for learning to play guitar? (beginner)?

Hi, im beginning to learn to play a guitar. I got an acoustic for christmas, and i wanted to know some chords and stuff.. I am taking a class in school in about 2 weeks, but i would like to know a bit before i start the class.. Is there any good websites you may know (free) that can help me begin? thx :) more

Resolved Question: oky.. so i want to buy a guitar and i have no experience(really...none)?

i want to play because the guitar sounds cool and because i like guitar hero. dont judge me... anyway i have no information whatsoever like how to take care what i can buy.. i want to start out with the electric guitar even tho people recommended acoustic first.. i learn hard but i WILL learn...whats the difference between starting on the acoustic or the electric guitars? and then educate me about it.. common stuff, whats bad and whats good here are my guitars that i want to..choose.. feel free to leave your opinion.. but dont be mean.. like i said i kno nothing much but it catches my interest... i looked at a chord book and it looked hard to remember.. tell me everything i need to kno please.. and oh yeah.. if you have a better category to put this question let me kno too..there are two links here any way.. im afraid to get a good guitar bcuz i broke the string to my brothers guitar i tightend it too much... any help with that too?.. i wanna tighten it and its like ' i want to tighten it but i kno it will break any momen---it broke'this is a guitar i have in mind (dont worry about money) http://www.guitarcenter.com/ESP-LTD-Deluxe-EC-1000-FR-Electric-Guitar-527000-i1427030.gc http://www.guitarcenter.com/Ibanez-JEM77V-Steve-Vai-Signature-Electric-Guitar-515573-i1383773.gc more

Resolved Question: Learn guitar online free?

I know a little about playing guitar i.e. basic chords and strumming. I want to take it to the next level but do not want to commit any money to it. Hence, I plan to learn online but have no idea what next to learn (e.g. chromatic scale, plucking etc). Any suggestions on which website that teaches step by step for someone to improve from beginner to intermediate level? more

Resolved Question: What are the best ways to learn to play electric guitar and how?

I just got a guitar on November 17, and I am very serious about playing guitar. I am a new guy to this, and I really don't know where to start. So far, I know the A-Major Chord, and can play the intro of Come As You Are (barely!). I want to learn how to play guitar as soon as possible, and I want to learn everything possible on the guitar. I also want to get lessons absolutely free, because I have no money right now, and I want the lessons to be understandable as possible. Does anyone have the best ways to do so?I;m on the internet much, so maybe that will help! more

Resolved Question: (I) Want to learn piano for free?

So here's the deal. I'm 15; I've been playing guitar for about 7 years, and singing for about 2. I've taken guitar lessons since day 1. I think I'm pretty good, and I'll put some links at the bottom if you guys want to tell me about it, or judge. But that's not the point. I've written a few songs on my guitar with my voice, and generally get some good thoughts about them from people. But lately I feel as if they're missing something. I know they need percussion, which I'm getting soon. I may pick up a cajon. A quick visit to http://musiciansfriend.com will tell you what you need to know about them. But, back on subject, I think they need a little keyboard in them, and I don't know how to approach learning it. I had a guitar teacher since the beginning. He, sadly, passed away due to cancer this past summer. Near the end of our sessions, we started switching, a little, towards keyboard. So for experience, I pretty much only know major and minor chords. If there are any good free sources that you know of that can teach me keyboard, please name them off. I would really appreciate it. I also do not just want to learn how to play songs. I want to learn actual playing and improvising and how to play the keyboard, not just play the music (if that makes any sense.) Links: http://youtube.com/SpencerNewton (only covers) (Only watch the live cover, the rest aren't so good) http://myspace.com/SpencerNewton (originals: Time, Hard To See, and All I Want; suggest listening to Time, I think its the best one.) http://purevolume.com/SpencerNewton (original: Tonight) Thanks in advance for the answers :) more

Resolved Question: GOOD, FREE WEBSITES FOR LEARNING THE PIANO?

Hi, I write songs on my acoustic guitar but would like to try my hand at playing the piano. Bought a cheap casio keyboard to see if it would interest me before going onto a more expensive keyboard. I'm 40 now! and not really into learning the whole music theory process, I just want to learn some basic chords. Are there any decent free websites out there that cater for the beginner? Thanks for your help.Hey! Thanks! Looks good, added it to my favourites.Thanks Mohammad, I'll be sure to check the book out. I did try to learn a few years ago but i struggled with the left/right co-ordination..determined this time round though. more

Resolved Question: Could anyone offer some good resources on Jazz guitar?

I Just got into My schools top Jazz band. I know a bit about Jazz, but I'd like to find some FREE resources to help improve: 1) Playing chords with add ons (for example I know Gmaj7 but I need to learn Gmaj7 (b9) 2) Improv!!!!! (soloing) 3) Reading music 4 )techniques Any help would b greatly appreciated. more

Resolved Question: Online free piano lessons?

I've been playing the bass guitar for over 4 years. I wish to buy a decent keyboards and learn the essential piano things which will allow me to compose. Like chords, basic technique etc. Is there a good youtube channel or a website for piano lessons? more

Resolved Question: Where to learn to play the guitar online?

I have a lot of free time during the day and guitar no one uses. I need a way to keep out of trouble so a free site or a program i can download that can teach me some basics for playing would be great, I dont just mean chords either. more

Resolved Question: Ideas for jazzy christmas songs to play at senior home?

My friend and I both love music, and we decided to play some gigs at Old Folks' Homes in our town. The shows will probably be in early December. We've played gigs before, but never at a place like a seniors home. Also, it's near Christmas, so we have to learn some cool holiday material that will be both fun to play and good for the seniors to listen to. My friend plays guitar. He specializes in shredding and 80's style heir and arena metal, but he can play other styles very well too. I play jazz piano, and am studying classical music. We both love to compose and arrange. These old folks will probably like jazz and traditional carols. I already wrote jazzy arrangements for Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and O Tannebaum (O' christmas tree), as well as a funky latin fusion thing that has melodies from Santa Claus is Coming to Town and Silver Bells woven into it. My friend knows some old-time christmas tunes on both guitar and cello, although he'd probably prefer to do the jazz. Does anybody know of any fun jazz arrangements of christmas songs? I can't sight read, because I am visually impaired and I play by ear. Both my friend and I can read guitar tab, and we both know music theory. Feel free to just leave chord progressions to cool christmas tunes. more

Resolved Question: How to learn to play guitar?

I'm 13 years old and I LOVE the guitar! I love the way it sounds and (being the rocker that i am) hear it in all my music! I was listening to "Medicate" by AFI and listening to the solo made my passion for this instrument grow (lol). I have a small acoustic in my closet and it's been sittin there collecting dust since christmas... 2 years ago. I gave up on trying to learn twice because i couldn't figure out how to tune the damn thing and the second time when the chords were getting difficult. My parents wanted to get me lessons but once the recession hit, it wasn't an option anymore. I want to learn how so badly! I'm a really fast learner so it should be quite easy for me once i get an explanation by a person and not a really vague beginners book! I found a tuner app on my ipod and apparently its a really good one so i guess i can use that to get me started but its the notes and stuff that im having trouble with. Any help? Websites? Tips? (free would be best) What about your experiences (if you play), how did you learn? Was it easy? Any tips on sticking to it, and not givin up so easily? THANKS!Sorry if this is in the wrong category... more

Voting Question: is there a site where i can get taylor swift guitar lessons for free? please read for info and other question!?

so i'm a beginner in playing the electric guitar and i am trying to learn "Don't Break My Heart Slow" by Taylor Swift. i have been searching the web for hours, but i can't find a website that can teach me the chords and how many times they are played. http://www.guitartabs.cc/tabs/t/taylor_swift/baby_dont_break_my_heart_slow_crd.html is the site that is the best one i could find. can anyone find me a website where i can find a tutorial video on how to play this song? id like to see someone play through this song and go slow and show the chords on the way. if nobody can find one can somebody record an instructional video and send it to me? dmredsoxboy33@yahoo.com thanks! more

Resolved Question: where can i go online to learn how to play guitar free?

i need to learn notes and chords, i can already kinda play tabs. i need like videos or pictures so that i can see what i'm supposed to do more

Resolved Question: How long did it take you to memorise your main guitar chords?

I just started playing guitar and im wondering how long it will take me to learn chords well enough to play simple songs like, Leaning to fly, free falling, and wish you were here. more

Voting Question: Good place to learn guitar for free online.?

Im looking for a web site which offers free electric guitar lessons online via videos or tabulature. I am a complete rookie at guitar since I got it yesterday ( a black epiphone SG with a vox ad15 amp). I can only play a few chords. Thanks in advance. more

Resolved Question: Just made this song, how is it?

Well I'm just starting to learn how to play guitar, got some chords going and decided to mix them up to form a song. How is this? Title: She say's She says she's moving to Oklahoma City Says it's so lovely it must be pretty Oh yea, Oh yea, Oh Oh She says she's living in a city in Nevada So much wine it has to be fine Oh yea, Oh yea, Oh Oh Don't you see, she wants to go where she can be free Oh yea, Oh yea, Oh Oh She says she's coming back, is it forever? Who knows, lets forget her She says she's coming back She says she's coming back She says she's coming back She says she's coming back She says she's coming back more

Resolved Question: Having trouble switching chords on guitar?

i play guitar but i can't seem to switch the chords right and it sounds really bad... how can i learn to switch chords for free online or something? i can't get a teacher. more

Voting Question: please help if you play piano / keyboard?

my mum went n bought me a keyboard yesterday for £30 its not a branded 1 or nuffin it just says home living professional keyboard idk anyway i want to learn to play but i dont want to pay cause already pay for guitar lessons if you know anything to help please let me know id like to know on sheet music whats the bit under the trble clef line mean it kind of looks like a c how do you know what to play with you left hand how do you know what octive to play a note or chord in what sites can i get free sheets on? if u klnow anythingelse or these plaese lemmie know more

Resolved Question: What are some of the easiest songs to play on guitar?

I haven't been playing guitar for very long and have been teaching myself. The only chords I know are A, Am, C, D, E, Em, and G. I have learned some parts of songs like stairway to heaven, free bird, and hotel california, but I haven't learned any complete song. Every song I've played has always had multiple parts I couldn't play. I'd like to be able to play some songs completely, so what are some of the easiest songs to learn from beginning to end? more

Voting Question: Does anyone know where I could for song chords for an acoustic guitar?

I want to learn India Arie's "This Too Shall Pass" and I'm a beginner, is there a site I could go to to first, learn how to play chords and second, to obtain chords for certain songs. A free site would be preferable...thanks. more

Resolved Question: Online guitar lessons?

I am trying to learn the acoustic guitar form scratch. Meaning i have to learn everything from tuning to chords Does anyone know a free online site or youtube channel i can go to in order to learn how to play?? more

Resolved Question: Songs on the guitar i should learn before getting a guitar teacher?

Songs i already know how to play are -master of puppets -enter sandman -mr crowley -aces high -Scarified -Rust in peace -pain killer I know the scales, i know how power chords work. I can solo over chord progressions and riffs "but that that good". the reasons i learned these songs were because i took guitar lessons for 2 months last year but all the lessons where about where to learn new songs so i quit because i knew i could learn them myself. i want to go into a lesson to learn something to help me advance in guitar soloing, song writting, and just have more fun with the instrument. If you think there should be more songs i should learn please feel free to postsolo not that good*thank you for reading my question more

Resolved Question: How to play the acoustic guitar?

Okay. I got a guitar about 2 years ago for christmas. I decided that i need to learn how to play or else its just a waste. And i really would love to learn how to play. Well anyway i have a guitar lessons book but it would be easier to have someone show me rather than read about it. So my question is does anyone know of any websites/videos that are free and teach a newbie like my self everything you need to know about the guitar and chords and notes and such? I want to learn the basics that way i can learn songs and play them. My goal is to sound very good by christmas season that way i can play christmas carols for my family and friends. Thankyou for all your help! :) more

Resolved Question: EASIEST taylor swift song on guitar?

which taylor swift song is really really easy to play on the guitar? i know nothing about guitars, chords, frets and everything. all i have is a acoustic steel string guitar i got for free. which of her songs are the easiest to learn? ima look it up on youtube. more

Resolved Question: What is a good (free) website or a book (preferably website) where I can teach myself how to play guitar?

So..I've had a Fender Strat for 3 years now, and took lessons for about 3 months and learned nothing because I didn't wanted to practice (I was 12 years old and didn't understand the whole practicing concept lol). My parents aren't going to pay for lessons, so I was wondering if anybody has learned how to play guitar from a book.. (I kinda lost the book my guitar came with XD) So anyway, my knowledge of chords is kind of..limited. I know what each note means when it comes to time but I can't read music. I'd like to learn though. more

Resolved Question: I want to teach myself how to play guitar?

I have a Tradition Acoustic guitar, and I have been searching online for chords and such, but it just doesn't work. I am impatient, but I know how hard I have to work to learn the guitar. I'm having all of these issues: I can't stop the buzzing. I can't reach all of the strings depending on the chord. I'm REALLY confused as to how they write the things. Like, I can read music, but the way each different websites shows the chords is just too confusing. I don't like learning it on videos, I'd rather use charts and such. I'm probably going to buy one of those books that teaches you one note, then adds another, and you practice that, then add a new note etc. But until then, I want to see if I can learn for free first. Do you know any websites that are good for COMPLETE BEGINNERS and show everything clear and in detail? OH, and it's free? Thanks for your time. more

Resolved Question: WHere can I learn to play guitar? FOR FREE?

I'm 12 almost 13 in a month. And I want to surprise my family and show off my amazing guitar skills...but yeah...one little problem I have no idea how to play guitar. Is there any websites to show me how to play? THAT'S FREE?? Since I'm young I can't go buy lessons or anything. And is learning guitar hard? I want to learn acousitc but I don't think that matters because no matter what you learn on you can play on any guitar :] That's all I know. Seriously I have no idea about chords I kno the frets tho...I think lol. Please help ! more

Resolved Question: Would this be a good ad to put up offering beginning guitar lessons?

Beginning Private Guitar Lessons With John Davis Rates: $20 for an hour session or $10 for a half hour session. Where: Preferably in my apartment in downtown Redwood City by the Sequoia Station, but I am also willing to travel reasonable distances or meet you at your home, a park, or somewhere else that is convenient to you! What: •The different parts of the guitar •Where all the notes are •Various exercises to build finger speed and dexterity •Scales •Chords •Music theory •Beginning of reading music •Improvisation •Song writing •Various songs and songs you want to learn •Playing in a band or with other people •Life skills as a musician •How to practice •Other technical aspects such as changing strings •Rhythmic exercises Contact info: Cell phone: (510) 414-2934 Email: johnpdavis82@yahoo.com Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/johndavis650 Please call to arrange a time that will work for both of us. I give the first half hour lesson for free to let you decide if this would be the right match for you! OF COURSE THIS NOT FORMATED, BUT DO YOU THINK THE CONTENT IS OK? more

Voting Question: how can i learn how to play guitar at home for free?

at home for free i have access to libaries and the internet i also have a guitar (beginers) and i know a few chords and stuff so im a basic beginer how can i learn properly for free at my home without people teaching me idk any1 that could teach me :( help!! more

Resolved Question: how do i learn how to play the guitar?

Resolved Question: How can I get good at guitar?

I started playing bass first and I started playing like a year and a half ago. Then a year ago, I got a guitar and started playing that. On average, I play maybe 1-2 hours a week during the school year. I know that isn't a lot but I really don't have a lot of free time. It's been a year and I'm still really bad at guitar. The hardest song I can play well is Reptilia by the Strokes ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBGz-14yv-8 ) and that song's pretty easy... So any tips for getting better? What should I practice? What are some important techniques I should learn? What are some important chords that I need to know? And should I learn them in different positions too? Thanks a bunchokay, i know everybody says practice but practice what?? more

Resolved Question: i have a guitar but have no idea how to play it i was hopping to teach myself from the internet for free . .?

i don't even know chords is there a free online website or youtube vidio that can teach me the basics and maby some songs that i need to learn to be able to play? PLease help!! Thankyou xxxx more

Resolved Question: What is the best way to teach myself how to play the guitar?

I have learned a little bit from my friend but are there any really good free websites that help people teach themselves how to play the guitar. Any website besides YOUTUBE? Also how do I move my fingers from to one chord to another faster? It takes me about 2 seconds to position them correctly. more

Resolved Question: What is a good free acoustic guitar lesson online website?

I already looked up some some website but none of them are in enough detail for me.... they're not in my understanding. So I'm trying to find free lessons that can teach me what else I need to know. I already have a few books, so I know how to play a few chords.... I also need to learn tabs. I don't quite understand those. So please, if anyone has a website they know about or have used, please let me know. Or if you have some words of wisdom for me, I could use anything. Thank You! more

Resolved Question: I am starting to teach myself how to play the guitar...?

I got a DVD and book to help me pick up the basics. I am determined to to do this, but the strings are freaking killing my fingers!! Is this normal in the beginning? Also, as I am learning the chords, I keep hearing a weird buzzing vibrating sound because I feel like my fingers are retarded and are hitting another string as I strum. Any advice, suggestions, etc.on how to get better at this instrument?!?!?!? I DO NOT want to give up this time. I started trying to play while I was in h.s., but sports ruled my life, so I stopped. I'm much older now with more free time and a strong passion for music. I would love to get better at this. PLEASE HELP! more

Resolved Question: can i learn to sing on my own?

without lessons. i really don't think my voice is awful, when i'm in pitch. i've never sang before, in front of anyone, but i've recorded myself a couple of times on my camera, and i thought it was alright. however, i am by no means a super star. i don't know how to tell my parents that i really want lessons, because they probably wouldn't take me seriously and/or pay for them. are their any free ways to give myself singing lessons? is it worth it? i know you can't officially teach yourself to sing, it's natural, but i've got the heart in it, and a huge love for music. i also play acoustic guitar, for about a little over a year. i am not great but really looking forward to getting lessons again so i can play better. any suggestions on what i should do? 15 year old girl wanting to sing moe that anything in the world. i know it's everybody's dream, but i really think the fire's in my heart. i write songs too, but mostly their just really cool lyrics with simple chord patterns. any suggestions on where i can go from here? more

Resolved Question: Guitar Or Piano? Which One?

At my school u can learn an instrument for free and im not sure which i shld do. Guitar or Piano? ive learnt the keyboard for 2 terms/ half year so i have SOME knowledge but i can play kiddy songs only. like yankee doodle. and i own a keyboard at home so i can practice alot since its 1 lessons a week. BUT my cousins and well most people i kno has learnt piano and if i learn it too it kinda makes me feel boring. i only know like 4 chords on a guitar and i don't own one but i can borrow the schools but i dnt wana carry it home. also im scared tht i'll lose all my piano knowledge if i start guitar. but i have a feeling i'll be a complete failure but i still kinda wana do it coz its cool. :S anyone help? and if u were in my position wat wld u choose? CHEERS!! ^_^ more

Voting Question: getting crappier at guitar?

i have been playing for 1 year and 4 months i know: Free Bird - intro, intro solo sweet child o mine - whole song & solo welcome to the jungle - intro & solo november rain - solos estranged - solos patience - whole song sunshine of your love - intro riff good riddance - whole song la bamba - intro day tripper - intro simple man - whole song sweet home alabama - intro a minor scale - ascending & descending c scale - ascending & descending blues A pentatonic scale - ascending & descending A, Am, E, E7,E5, G, G7, C, D, D7, F chords what else should i learn? should i get a teacher? more

Resolved Question: Can anybody tell me where I can find free sheet music for gospel hymns online?

I am a beginner guitar player and would like to find gospel hymns that have easy chords I can learn to play. more

Voting Question: I want to learn to play the guitar, I don't know how, how do I get started?

I know nothing on playing guitar, I'm practicing on my strumming and I Just started learning some chords. I cant afford guitar lessons, how can I learn to play bymyself.. do you know of any easy free guitar lessons online? How do you hold a pick? What's the correct way to strum up? *When your pressing down strings down a fret(the chords) you only strum those strings or you strum all of the strings? What are some easy songs to practice guitar for beginners with easy chords? What are some good exercises for learning practicing to play guitar? more

Resolved Question: Without a tutor or the ability to self-teach, how would you reccomend I learnt the guitar?

I own an Acoustic Guitar, Herald MG104N. Though I can play basic chord songs - Harry Potter, The Hornburg, My Heart Will Go On. Etc, I want to learn how to play properly - I know this will be a slow process but I am prepared to learn over the next few months/years. What approach do you recommend I take to began learning the guitar? Is there any free videos, split into lots of parts getting more and more advanced that you recommend I can look into? Thank You. more