One problem that I had in the past was the ability or rather the inability to tune the nylon string guitar. Another was I had a teacher who insisted on the guitar being held in a classical style. He is a treasure when it comes to playing the guitar but we just didn't mesh. He did make me feel that I wasn't very talented. My life was very busy at that time and I guess that I didn't devote as much time as I should have to practice. All the usual reasons for failure!! I am back for good this time. I am determined to overcome any and all hurdles. I will practice more now that I have more time and find another teacher - one that I do mesh with.

Thanks for all your thoughts. Now is there a good all-wood guitar brand? I am not much on foreign made. I drive an American car. Can I afford an American made guitar? Thanks