4.9 rating out of 2838 reviews
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Kathy
I recently inherited a guitar, and now that I've retired, I finally have the time to learn how to play. I'm so grateful to have found Tony's video lessons. I had tried a few other YouTube tutorials before, but none of them really captured my attention or gave me the confidence that I could actually learn. What I love about Tony's lessons is how clearly they're broken down, and how you can both see and hear exactly what the lesson or song is supposed to sound like. I can learn at my own pace, whenever I want, in the comfort of my own home—and it's really working! I'm improving every day, and I've learned to focus on my own progress rather than comparing myself to others.
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bossdlryahoo
I would say this has been the most useful thing I have done to get better at guitar. I especially enjoyed the Fretboard Wizard class, I really was able to fill in the gaps in my understanding of how it all goes together. I’m looking forward to going through that again soon. In the meantime I’m working on all the techniques that I did not know about or neglected. I actually love this class and can’t wait to continue doing it every day. It’s been a joy to practice because I see daily growth. I also continue to play my own music and I believe this is helping me in technique as well
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Agma Maria
Tony's Acoustic Challenge is a staple in my life. Today is day 499 of sitting in lessons. That doesn't even come close to explain it's impact. As I near 500 visits, one of my 90-day goals finally came true, one I've had for years! Two days ago, I finally played guitar with other people, a legit acoustic jam. A door opened. There's a shared joy as we look at each other's guitars and faces while playing in sync, what a feeling.
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Jean Paquette
Very easy to follow also so it's fun to show up for the challenge. I followed other guitar courses but had the impression the teacher was only interested on showing how good and fast he was but that's not the case with you Tony.Thank you very much!
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Tony hall
I am enjoying the course, I have been trying to learn for three years now and I am enjoying this very much.
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Stephen
So far it’s great, has me excited
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Bree
What turned me on to this program was the initial ad I saw on Instagram. That was after learning 30 minute in person lessons we $105 a week at Guitar Center, and I'd have to drive 35 minutes to get there. I love everything about TAC so far, to be fair I've only been at it a week or so. Don't let that fool you, though, I've gotten more out of the last 10 days than I have in the last 2 years. The program is designed to meet you where you're at without being over whelming. I am truly enjoying myself and look forward to it everyday.
John Benas
I'm a long time drummer, new to playing guitar. I like the approach taken by Tony in which you may move on to new lessons even before mastering previous lessons. This allows you to broaden your overall abilities progressively returning to previous lessons to see your progress.
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Scott Woomer
Enjoying the program so far. Gotta get past the tender fingers, but I find the lessons of just the right difficulty. Not too easy not too hard, but take some work as I expected. Looking forward to keeping it going!
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Corrie Halligan
So far so good! I’ve wanted to learn guitar since I was in high school but never found the time or motivation to get started. I saw Tony’s guitar challenge video on facebook and decided to give it a try. The price is right and I like the idea of starting with at least ten minutes a day. I have made progress although slow I am encouraged to keep going!
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Tasha
I love this style of teaching! I’m a homeschool mom of 3 and I’ve wanted to learn guitar for a long time. I tried the traditional way, and like Tony mentioned, it felt very random. There was no structure or plan and I need that. I also need something time efficient with 3 young kids! This fits that.
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David Murphy
Had a great start and was impressed with how easy it is. i'm 77 and fingers don't move like they used to. I live in Florida where the two hurricanes hit, so everything is on hold for a while.
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Mike
I’ve learned a lot, in the first couple of months, with the tac system of learning guitar. Tony breaks everything down and does it slow enough, that even I can keep up with it. It’s nice to actually play songs and riffs, while learning proper technique. I’ve tried, private lessons, books, YouTube and none of them, helped me progress, like Tony has. I thought I’d never be able to play guitar and actually gave up, until I found this site. I can actually play a couple of songs now and all I want to do is play my guitar! I still have a long journey ahead of me, but at least it’s a fun journey now, and not just a tedious task, that I have to get through.
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Ramona Crawford
Tony's method of teaching is perfect for me. I like the upward circular arc of the lessons and the fact we revisit some of the more difficult techniques periodically. It is always exciting to me when I recognize an improvement! I have given up the need to be perfect and just enjoy the moment and I have made significant improvements. I take it at my own pace and don't feel guilty if I'm not as good as I think I should be. First I play the guitar for me and I don't have to be perfect to have fun.
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Glen C
I'm an older forever beginner, I've even tried one on one lessons and various u-tube things with no success. With Tony's method I am making much more progress and personal satisfaction is way up. I have only been a member for a month but can see positive progress and feel I can finally be a guitar player some day! 5 stars from me. Thanks
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Xiao Bai
I joined Tony's Acoustic Challenge in February 2020 and it changed my guitar journey forever.Prior to joining, I'd fallen out of love with guitar; it's the total opposite now.I love the daily challenges, which help all the aspects of my playing improve steadily, in addition to making me enjoy learning new songs, something I'd lost interest in. I even re-ignited my G.A.S, too!I sometimes get lazy or am unmotivated, but it's TAC that brings me back into line. When I finish a lesson, I do so knowing I'm not only keeping my guitar journey alive, but I'm improving little by little.Simply put, without Tony's Acoustic Challenge, I'd have given up guitar in 2020!
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Roy Drake
I continue to be amazed at the process of being exposed to a “bunch of little steps” and being able to recall them later. It is not always repetitive practice that wins the day, but in the small teaching moments where I see the progress.
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Jay
I'm in my 70s and have never played a musical instrument. I thought I'd pick up a guitar when I retire and tried different approaches but nothing worked. When I saw Tony's video on FB, I decided to give it one more try. I've been in the TAC for one week now and for the first time I feel like I can make it. I love Tony's approach and the simplified, logical lessons and his encouraging emails and videos. I plan to become a good guitar player.
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Chris Hawken
Nicely paced. Friendly tutor. Positive week. Thanks
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Joseph Garcia
The course is awesome and has instuction for all levels of playing. I've bought crap guitars and bought crap courses for 50 years and must have quit playing 25 times. I finally broke down, bought a great guitar that didn't make my fingers hurt and then found a great course to go along with that guitar. Tony and his staff are super patient in the instructional videos and the progressive learning is just right for me. I recommend this course to anyone looking to learn guitar or take your playing to the next level!!! AAAAA
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Chris Spann
I think the program is great! My only criticism so far would be that 10 minutes a day is not realistic from my perspective. I have been playing for hours a day and have still not mastered anything.
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Al Straker
Started my guitar journey about 18yrs ago. I felt I had hit my skill limit and had all but given up playing around the time I had my daughter. Fast forward 8 years and I saw an ad for TAC on a game I was playing on my phone. It sounded too good to be true, but something felt right about this... I think it was Tony's vibe and authenticity. Anyway, I took the plunge and I'm SO GLAD I DID! My skill level has progressed more in the last 3 months than they had over the previous 18yrs. I enjoy playing more than ever and have complete confidence in Tony's process. This has changed my life. It's something I look forward to doing everyday. On a deeper level, I've noticed how helpful it is to play when I'm struggling emotionally or feeling overwhelmed/stressed. Guitar is my go-to stress reliever and peace-bringer now. I can't thank Tony enough for investing his life energy into sharing his teaching talents and love for the craft with the world.
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Robert
I have to remember to go slow with these strum patterns and add speed as I progress. PS- I can see the contrast between your great teaching (you inherently see this from my viewpoint) and all the others out there calling themselves guitar teachers.
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David D
I was hesitant to join because I felt it would be above my skills being I am new to playing the guitar. So happy I made the choice to join. Only one week in and I am playing the 12 Bar Blues perfectly. I am loving the way things are taught. Things are shown step by step and explained with clarity. I can tell already that this course will make me become the player I hope to be. Thank you so much Tony for putting together such an amazing course.
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Amanda Dustin
Hi Tony,I actually have been a member for longer than three months, it’s been a few years. Since 2020. I struggle with the assignments. I tend to try them for a little bit and feel like it’s over my skills then go back to the basics, then stop then start again. I also work through Hal Leonard‘s books on my own. I’ve taken a music theory class I recently attended a Guitar camp with Beppe Gambetta and Peter Janson and Peppino D’Agostino. What a hoot that was. All that to say, I think I’m flooding myself. I learn but seem not to stick with one thing. When I go back to basics and step-by-step, I move quickly through it but get frustrated. Love to play the guitar gives me a lot of joy as well, but I am stagnant. I don’t have all the time in the world as I am still working full-time. Going down to four days pretty soon. A glimmer of hope there.I think it would help if I got involved with group playing. I have stayed a member, because I love your style of teachin
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Steven L Smith
One week in and I am excited to have this daily commitment to playing each day again. I was discouraged early when I wasn’t mastering each days lesson and felt I was falling behind. The encouragement from Tony to forge ahead, no worries was a relief. Who would’ve thought that playing the blues could make you feel so good inside. Thank-You Tony for the positive support!
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Jeff
I thoroughly enjoy Tony's approach to teaching guitar! My guitar sat in its case for years and years with me hoping to find the time and figure out how to play. One night an online ad caught my eye and I clicked over to a short video. Tony's genuine honesty and explanation of how he could guide someone along the journey of truly becoming a guitar player fascinated me. I signed up, dusted off my guitar, and established my daily habit. Well, that was over two hundred sessions ago, and I can play better than I ever thought possible in such a short span of time. My thanks to Tony and his team, and I look forward to continuing. Jeff
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beerguy10126
Thanks Tony. I really love playing everyday. Although I am committed to play at least 4 times a week, I find myself playing everyday. The 5 Day Routine course really helped me a lot. Thanks😀
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Jo
I didn't hesitate joining TAC because of the way Tony came across. His knowledge and approachable attitude made me want to know more. I'm still doing the 30 day induction so, don't really have a style I'm heading for yet. I can say for sure that I am enjoying it so far.
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Jeanine A Floyd
Tony’s approach to teaching guitar has made it possible for me to actually learn and have fun during the entire process. His formula for breaking down each song into manageable chucks that you focus on for that day’s lesson is pure genius. By the end of the week, when it’s time to put it all together you are actually able to play the song. Once it is put together, there is this a ha moment of I can do this and that’s an amazing feeling. I’ve learned more in one month with Tony’s teaching method than I ever thought possible. My only regret is not finding this program sooner.
