Hey Dara,

And I'll pick up where Hunter left off. A Full Access membership to Guitar Tricks costs far less for a whole month that even ONE guitar lesson with a guitar teacher.

What I suggest you consider to answer some of your questions is this: see if you can borrow or rent a guitar for one month. Acoustic, or electric. Either way is fine. Join Guitar Tricks for one month. Try the Beginner's Course, and see how it feels to you.

Also, once you've gained full access, search all lessons for anything classified as "Absolute Beginner" level. You'll come up with a wide variety of things that may help you narrow down your specific interests, and which kind of guitar (acoustic or electric) is most appropriate.

This may help you better answer your own questions.
Good luck and keep us posted!
Very best wishes, Lisa McCormick