4.8 rating out of 3830 reviews
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Buster Chapman
I was hesitant to join TAC again as I had join a few years ago, but at that time I wasn't really ready. After one weeknow, I feel as though I understand better why mechanics and timing are important. I am wondering however how I am supposed to put it all together to actually play the song we are learning all the way through. I do enjoy the instructions on a daily basis rather than all crammed into one lesson.
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Carl Ryan (Cisco Butch)
I am in my second year and the lessons are the same as the first year. I love the lessons, but wish there were mire new Ones.
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Marcel Daigle
I've had a guitar for about 30 years and attempted to play a few times during that time, but I consider myself new to playing because it's been over 20 years since I've touch my guitar, and I had not learned much anyway. I really like this program and I am seeing progress every week. I just completed the 30 Day Challenge and the 5 Day Routine, and I'm definitely further ahead than I've ever been. I do like trying something new every week as it keeps things interesting. I'm focusing on the little improvements to keep me going. Time will tell how things will be in a few months.
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Randy Massey
Love the program, unfortunately it's taking me longer to progress due to my arthritis. I had taken lessons decades ago and basically forgot most of it, I'm determined to get back to it, thanks Tony
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Ernie Bayles
So I give you five stars in spite of the ugly hockey jersey. I'm 71, and have been playing for almost 2 years with no real previous background in music. I have both electric and acoustic guitars (and a ukulele, a sort of like/hate thing going on there). I've had a lot of good experiences with several online lessons resources (Justin, Andy, Lauren, etc.), but decided to try TAC a couple months ago. I'm pretty happy with your approach--taking one song and working on that as a theme for the week's exercises with a different focus each day. It keeps me interested by introducing new skills (some of which I can actually perform) and reinforces previous lessons in a way that helps to refine skills and not just add things to a list of stuff I can't really grasp just yet. I find that I am actually picking up some new skills pretty rapidly compared to my earlier efforts.One complaint: I could do without all the motivational speaking--I'm pretty committed without it.
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Mark Moorhead
I can't recall if I've left a review prior to this one or not, but after experiencing TAC for a couple months now, I wanted to share my appreciation.What I really love about TAC is that it keeps me coming back for small daily doses. I wake up each of the 5 weekly challenge days wondering what that day's challenge is going to entail, knowing that whether it's easy or hard for me, I will learn something fun and new, and I will make some form of progress as a guitar player.Just picking up my guitar on a daily basis and expanding my comfort zone has already made me a lot more confident in my ability to learn and grow.I think TAC is a fit for players at just about any level... from beginner to those who are looking to advance beyond just playing some basic chords and picking/strumming songs. I have no doubt that the TAC method will keep me engaged and coming back for more, and when I look back a year from now, I will have come a very long way in my guitar
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Rebecca
I joined TAC just 3 months ago. I only had a little experience with guitar and so it felt like I was a complete beginner. I watched the whole of Tony’s promotion on YouTube, and kept the page open for 2 days while I considered it. First, I had to trust that TAC would deliver what Tony said it would. Second I had to trust that I would show up at least 5 times a week (my chosen commitment).I’m really glad I began this journey! The weekly organization is wonderful and interesting! I appreciate the tutorials. As a beginner, sometimes I have to rewind the video to see Tony’s hands move in my effort to understand what to do (left vs right hand). The website is very capable and helpful in this way.I appreciate and believe in the idea of giving concentrated effort (even if only 10 minutes) and am finding progress - my little wins!I truly enjoy the positive approach! Also, the positive attitude is self fulfilling- I can do
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William Gersbach
I enjoy the challenge each week’s techniques brings. I have a difficult time doing every day’s activities but I believe I am improving and will be a much better guitarist because of the different playing styles. Some power chords and five fret stretches are HARD, but it’s worth it!!
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Paul MacRae
I really am enjoying this TAC course.Well done!!Thank you...
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Timothy C Beck
I've waffled between 4 and 5 stars for a few minutes. Overall, I think TAC is awesome. Tony is an excellent teacher for the beginner level. I tried TAC two years ago, but as they say, life got in the way, and I only got about 5 months out of it. This past Christmas, my daughter gave me the lessons again, so here I am! It is exactly what I need for my level of skill. I'm 68 years old and have wanted to be able to play guitar all my life. TAC is allowing that to happen. I'm just finishing the 30 Day Challenge and am excited to begin the TAC journey. My only complaint is the continuous use of the "10 minutes a day" slogan. You cannot learn to play the guitar in 10 minutes a day. It may only take 10 minutes to go through a lesson, but you absolutely have to practice more than that. Plan on at least 45 minutes a day, minimum. Thanks, Tony, I think your plan is a success.
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Elliott Klonsky
I’m an advanced beginner. But I’ve been at that level for too many years. After almost 2 months I can readily see that Tony’s program is taking me from a simple strummer to a much more interesting guitar player. I love the format: short daily blasts of instruction that inspire me to want to practice. I also appreciate that I can turn on my lesson at my convenience (I know, I know. I can’t seem to set aside a specific time each day). The lessons are perfectly suited to my level, taking me a notch higher with each one. I was a bit overwhelmed with the technical aspects and video options at the beginning but am figuring it out.
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Michael S
These reviews are encouraging. I literally just started with first day of TAC. Hoping to joint the ranks of those who have found this to be the right path after many less successful tries. I’m pretty old🫣 so if it works for me…. 🤞
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CareyCorr
TAC has been the best thing for my on my guitar journey because I have been stuck in the beginner zone for a number of years trying different teachers, online videos and on and on only to give up after a while and then try again with some new way. Actually, I didn’t believe TAC would help me, but I still wanted to learn how to play. I knew for other things in my life this way of learning worked, so I tried the free 5 day challenge and I was hooked. So far, a few weeks in, I’m improving a ton and having fun even when it’s difficult. Thank you TAC, I’m loving it.
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Bob Manning
Just completed my first week after returning to TAC after a few years away trying other programs and even live lessons. I can't believe how much insight I got into some things I already knew and how to apply them to other songs and even new things I learned after years of learning guitar. I'm so happy I returned, gotten excited again, having fun and actually learned a new song this week. Thank you!Bob
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Terry Spreier
Dear Tony, I am very pleased with your method of teaching us older people how to be guitar players. I'm 70 years old, so that means this older person has messed around with trying to play for around 60 years. You have taught me so much is just a few short months. What you say is true about having a regular routine every day.I just cannot praise you enough. Not only are you a great instructor, but I can also see and feel that you actually care that we are learning.
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Colin
I have been a plinker for a number of years. That said i have learned things in my first first week with Tony. I ancious for more. I feel this may finally be the breakthrough I have been looking for.
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Glenn Knowles
I have already left a lengthy review. I'm disappointed that you ir your staff hasn't seen it. I will shorten to the gist now. I know the format you are giving and I am impressed. I got out on the wrong foot to start. I do like your method, and would like to begin once more.
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Donald P Jarrett
I am getting going and am enjoying the videos/lessions.
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Kathryn Cotnoir
My first week as a complete newbie was a blast! Tony makes it easy and so much fun. Totally hooked, bring on week 2!
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Steven Roberts
Truly the best method I’ve experienced, not that I’ve tried a lot, just very happy with the method the presentation and the results. I’ve been in poor internet service for the last few days and have fallen a little behind on lessons but I have practiced every day and I see improvement every day. I’ll be home soon and look forward to catching up.
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Daniel Pais
What a lovely way to put people together around playing guitar.I am enjoying every single day. As with everything else, some days we do better than others, but what Tony says is true: be consistent and trust the process.Thanks, Tony and team, for the challenges and all the effort.
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Laura Borland
Hey Tony! Loving the lessons so far, was worried about committing to the course as I have limited time in a day but once I got used to doing the lesson and moving on (believe me some days it is literally 10 minutes!) I'm finding I'm much more relaxed about it. Even if I skip a day it's easy enough to catch up. Still not sure I can play one thing all the way through, but loving that I can go at my own pace and rewind again and again if I want to revisit something. Also loving going back to the basics. Some (or most!) of it I've never been taught before. Had many false starts through the years. Thank you!
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Cayle Beard
So far it’s been awesome. Goes over every detail. At first it seemed way too fast for a retired zero experience wannabe guitarist. But continuing with the lesson it slows down and really focuses on developing your skills. I was about to quit because of information overload, but I am enjoying the learning process now!
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Diane Walker
So far, I’ve really enjoyed Tony’s approach to teaching guitar. I think I’d especially recommend it to someone who is not a 100% beginner. ( ie, I don’t need another lesson on how to make the G, C , D chords) but want to carry on and learn some pretty cool things that you’d thought would only be taught way down the line, like power chords and improvisation.
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Maggie
YES!! Just what I've been looking for. This is fast paced and immediately learning to play riffs and understand fundamental in a very non boring manner.
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Doug Klink
I’ve always known that the feeling of progress is what keeps me going (motivated). Just haven’t found the system that will help me do just that, till now. After just one week I’ve learned and grown so much. We have an 18 day cruise planned in the very near future and I was thinking it would be difficult to pack my guitar along but have decided I can in no way go that long without playing so am taking my guitar with me no matter how inconvenient. So excited to continue the journey.
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Marcel
Hi, i think the program is brilliant. Especially the whole structure with the 5-day routine. Technique, licks, improvisation, rhythm, and chord transitions as a daily challenge, and then everything comes together. Absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity!
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Bob
I played guitar.as a kid but never really learned to play well or correctly. I have not played in about 50 years. I am starting to have memory issues and read a study that says people who listen to music everyday have a lesser chance of developing Dementia as those who do not and people who play a musical instrument have an even lesser chance. So here I am “Enjoying the journey” in a fun and challenging way. The lessons are great and the encouragement that Tony provides makes grabbing the guitar and learning a great experience,
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Tim Singleton
Easy to follow for a 52 year old newbie that has been completely void of any instruments! I travel quite a bit, so I’m unable to follow a day by day regiment, but I can pick up where I left off easily. I enjoy watching Tony’s videos as he simplifies the process, along with encouraging my growth.
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Tom Adams
One week down for a plunker. I’m slow and at 70 I have lost dexterity and hand eye coordination, but this program is still encouraging me to practice daily and provides a rewarding structure that gives me direction and hope. ‘Trust the process.” That’s my mantra.
