4.8 rating out of 3610 reviews
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Kjell
I have been working with this course for one week and find it fun. Since I dislike reading guitar theory, I like the way this program is laid out and Tony’s way of teaching. Not a dull moment, and since I’m retired I have time to learn new stuff. I have some experience in guitar playing from earlier, primarily as a hobby. My approach to playing the guitar has mostly involved the use of chords rather than other techniques or styles. Using the whole neck is new to me and the way Tony explained this is just fun.
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Steve Keaton
I picked up the guitar again almost a year ago after a 41 year hiatus. After some 200 lessons with the so called best online guitar instruction course, I felt I was being taught micro bits. I revisited TAC, signed up, and these last 10 weeks have been a great journey. I am constantly inspired by Tony to learn and do more.I also joined Fretboard Wizard and am super-excited with this course as well.Sadly, I did not join TAC a year ago because, I wanted to study and understand the guitar. Not just learn songs. I didn’t realize how TAC works.I have studied guitar, bass and drums under 5 different instructors. Tony is by far, the best, most understanding and encouraging instructor I have ever found. A million thanks!
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Gregory Adams
Really enjoying the lessons so far…. Need more practice to do a lesson a day for 30 days but I’m getting better…
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Arthur White Owl
I was excited to get at learning some new guitar stuff and I wasn't disappointed in what you offered. I was a little disappointed in what I could do. I'm a campfire/senior lodge musician and not very a disciplined. I never heard of the first song we worked on and honestly I thought it was tough but I am seeing improvements in the muscle memory happening. Looking forward to getting it down and playing all the way through. Ain't no substitute for practice.
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Bryan Cochran
I have really enjoyed the first week of TAC. I was hesitant because of the cost, but it is a really good value because Tony breaks it down into very manageable chunks. I am a total beginner and really love that he is teaching us to read music as well as play the guitar and loving the small wins.
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jeff
What, if anything, made you hesitate to sign up for TAC? Money.What did you find once you became a member? The rapid pace of learning and the personal touch that Tony puts into his lessons. It encourages me to practice even more because I want to accomplish everything. It's like.... the flood gates of guitar knowledge is filling my being and I want to learn it all.What's the thing you love most about TAC? I feel like I am constantly being challenged and the personal feeling I get when watching Tony teach. It's like he is teaching to me in my house.What type of player do you think it's best for? Beginner to intermediate players.
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Robert
I like it ,what coud improve is imissing the fingering from TAB, I know it coud different but it would be helpfull shown the fingering on TAB what in video perform is.
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Kelvin
I am thoroughly enjoying the program. It is reminding me of some of my earliest lessons 50 years ago. I was distracted by the 'fumes' (car fumes and perfumes) at the time and regret it. I like the low expectations of not having to play it well or fast, this keeps it fun and the goals obtainable. I am excited for the next lesson and may begin to fast track them. It is MUCH easier keeping up with the course material by having previous lessons or familiarity with the basics.
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Fred H.
I really like the way Tony teaches. He’s very encouraging and motivating. And personable, sharing his own experiences learning the guitar. I was hesitant at first to spend the money. But I signed up for a free trial for one week and I liked it and could see the potential for growth. So I joined TAC and it’s been great. I feel like I’ve got my money’s worth already! This is perfect for older adults who’ve put the guitar down and let it collect dust for years and are wondering if it’s even possible to pick it up again. Also for absolute beginners. I’ve tried buying books that include audios to play along with. The problem is that I reach my skill level and just get stuck there playing the same stuff day after day. Gets boring quickly and I tend to stop after a while.Tony has taught me not to demand perfection from myself but to keep moving forward. And there’s a new song every week, and a new skill to practice every day, cycling through 5 essential skills.Thanks Tony!
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Carl Ryan
Lessons are easy to follow and fun to play. Stay warm in Bozangeles. I’m cozy in Anaconda. Merry Christmas.
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Judy Winters
I really enjoy Tony's style of teaching . The using of a song to learn the techniques and music theory really works for me. I am trying things I never thought about and am learning because of it. The idea of learn what you can,take a win and keep moving is a new concept for me. I am sticking with it even on days after work I am too beat to play my guitar, just 10 minutes I think to myself. I start messing with the lesson next thing you know 30 or 40 minutes has passed.There is something to learn from his lessons for more than a beginner and believe intermediate to advanced players could pick up a thing or two.As far as cost, it is a reasonable price for a year of lessons. Weekly in person lessons would cost far more and for me it takes the pressure off to feel like I have to practice to go to my lesson it get my money's worth. With Tony's program I can go back and forth between lessons, stay on one longer if I want or skip one all together because there is so much off
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Joseph Stankiewicz
This has been the best guitar experience for me in a long time. Your approach to the lessons is great. I'm now playing stuff I thought I never could. I can't wait to see where I'm at in 30 days. Thanks Tony
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Arthur Beecher
About 15 years ago my wife gave me a guitar saying I needed a hobby that involved thinking. I started with a basic book and just plunked along with no focus for a couple of years. Then I took some weekly lessons for a while but never really got regular with practice and eventually stopped the lessons and ignored the guitar in its case. I had noticed Tony’s posts on Facebook but did not really investigate. Finally, as a summer faded into fall this year, I realized I needed to do something to challenge myself mentally mind. I signed up, did the five and thirty day challenges and now at it everyday. I have developed some arthritis in my left thumb that make some chords not really available to me. Despite that, I am doing daily challenges. It sometimes requires two or three sessions to get through the day’s lesson and I’m still slow to get fingers on correct strings but I am continuing and know I have learned things and am more confidant than I was in previous weeks.
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Beverley Haywood
One of my coping skills has always been music. Life gets busy and the music takes a back seat. I have been missing that piece of my balance in life, so decided to take a chance on bringing it back. I am so happy I took Tony's 5 day challenge and wake up to a new skill every day. The skills I used to have are coming back. My fingers are getting tougher, and I have already learned so much more than I expected. This was exactly what I needed.
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Diane Benjamin
I love TAC! I haven't played guitar in a long time and I have learned so much! I think these lessons are best for people with some guitar knowledge who want to take it to the next step. Tony's lessons are easy to follow and the 5 skills learned each week morph into a playable song. This is a brilliant way to learn, and if you don't get it right away you can be sure it will come around again. Thanks Tony for this musical journey!
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Patrick J. Devlin, Sr
Dogwood Flowers. I've been at this for almost a year, and I think this session is Tony's most instructive. I've learned so much! I'm still not good but making progress and learning. That's what makes it fun.
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William G
I have watched Tony on YouTube and signed up for the annual package. I have been taking lessons for the last 2 months and was reluctant to try the TAC program, but I think it will help me with learning flat picking and chord progressions much better than just using chords. So far so good!!!Thanks.
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TD
TAC is the best approach for me. Daily structure, so I can start and stop as needed. And..I’ve met Tony at one of his conferences (please bring this back) and he really is a nice guy…
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Nate Henry
I was offered a free 5 day challenge a few weeks ago and took full advantage. It gave perfect direction and kept me challenged through the week. When the week was done, I went back to looking online for songs to learn, but found I was doing the same old thing, searching for 30 minutes to find something then only have a few minutes to actually play. I knew I needed to join TAC because I missed jumping right in to learning/practicing and not having to come up with it on my own, wasting time searching when I could have been learning. Tony’s teaching style and video presentation is the best I’ve found. So clear and concise, with specific verbal prompts coupled with visual demonstration. Outstanding, and has me coming back each day.
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Dave.J
I'm onto week 2 of the 30 Days to Play course, and re-learning some of the basics from dabbling years ago. I do feel like I'm making pretty good progress and find Tony's teaching style to be effective. Definitely going to be sticking with it!
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Bryant
Well unfortunately work was heavy this week. SoI didn’t get that much time to put into it. However I did get to look and play some of it.Should be a lot of fun
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Sean Van Ness
I am still in week 1 of the 30 Days to Play starter series and am loving it. I am new to guitar so feel a little (lot?) overwhelmed but am sticking to it every day and do see some improvement every day. I also am going back and reviewing/playing the 5 Day Challenge lessons and feel like that is helping me not to feel so behind the 8 ball! My short/fat fingers don't move as gracefully as Tony's but hopefully they will in due time.
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Karyn Barsa
Tony is a gifted teacher. He can teach impactful material in a low-pressure, yet effective, way. I am completely delighted and can see improvement in just my first week with TAC!
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Frank
I have had three in-person guitar teaches over the span of many years. All were extremely competent and great guitarists. However, none have been able to deliver lessons in such a systematic fashion that helps so much in understanding how to play better. I am only into this for two weeks but I feel like the guitar is making more sense to me. I think this structured program is a great benefit to both beginners and intermediate players.
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James Waddell
I'm really enjoying this on a daily basis and feeling inspired to learn more.
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Renée Corso
I only joined TAC a week or so ago, but it is the first time in years I have spent time playing my guitar every evening. I am super excited about what I am learning in the 30 Dsy Challtnge Course. As a self-taught guitar player, this journey is already a goldmine of discovery. I look forward to each evening with my guitar and the course, even when I am tired and could easily put it off until tomorrow. Momentum is definitely in gear, and I am amazed at what I can now play, though imperfectly. The joy, pride and sense of accomplishment are there! What a wonderful beginning to a lifetime journey!
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Patrick McCarthy
I was hesitant to join TAC because of other platforms I've experienced. I'm retired and I don't spend money without consideration. So far I'm happy with how you teach the lessons. I like the breakdown into smaller sections and the pace you allow. I've already begun telling my son and friends about this course.
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Jerry C
Tony's Acoustic Challenge has been great for me. I have been "playing at" the guitar for nearly 60 years. I can make most chords in at least 3 locations on the fretboard, and can change pretty quickly. However, I never learned strumming rhythms like I should have, and this course has been wonderful for that. The encouragement and new things to try are great.
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Stephanie Holes
Well this is my second day my fingertips hurt but not as bad as what I thought.I’m doing the guitar blues and I like it. I can’t wait to get the rhythm in there but first things first I have to learn the fingering get it down so I don’t have to continually look to see where my pic is and where my fingers are. I’m listening to it
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Darlene Geyer
Hey Tony,I’ve never played guitar and am retired. I decided to learn because I have time and want to connect with others through music. I love the blues. I did the lifetime membership because I’m serious about learning how to play. Your course is wonderful in many ways. Organized. Going through basics and building on them. Ability to go at my own pace. Here are some suggestions that would have helped me this week. I found myself making a visual representation of the guitar strings and frets so I could better follow the chord direction you provided. If you could provide a pdf that would have helped. Then my fingers need to be stronger, any suggestions for building strength? Over all I’m loving this course and believe with your guidance I’ll be playing in an oldsters band before you know it!!! Thank you for all you’ve done here!
