I learned to play the acoustic guitar (nylon), by watching my dad and friends play. I learned from them and never once learned the theory behind music.
I have now been playing for two years and am now writing my own songs. I have written the music for about 8 songs (obviously not published or anything fancy, just like bedroom music).
I really enjoy playing the guitar, it relaxes me and for some weird reason, I am addicted to it. I love it, but I find when trying to read the theory, it bores me and it takes away the spontaneous side of creating music which sounds good.
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My point is...... I have no idea if my music is technically good or bad, I think it sounds good, my friends, family and so on think it sounds good, so would having any sort of qualification in Music, make me any better at creating songs? Or will it just make me stick to boring rules (which maybe currently I aint doin'?)
Also is it true that Eric Clapton can not read sheet music?
Anyway, if someone, anyone, can shine some light on my query, Id be greatful, (BY THE WAY, THIS PART OF THE SITE IS A GREAT IDEA!!!!) :)
CHRIS
When someone pis*es you off, relax, and pick up the guitar.... then beat them around the head with it!
