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Those are definately a good points, Ferenc.
Going to the beach or out in the snow is a good way to get
inspired. Sometimes when I get out and get into the Big
City, I find I can't wait to get back and try some tunes.
Also getting out there and seeing some other performers is
usually inspirational. I guess it's just like surfing,
finding a cool balance point, step out on the nose, hang
ten, and watch out for the coral reef.
dp
--- Ferenc Dobronyi <> wrote:
> Sometimes, not playing is just as important. Put the
> guitar down and take a hike, let the melodies
> in your head build, then go home and figure them out.
>
> Another sure fire way to plow out the ruts is to try and
> learn something completely different. Put
> on a Duke Ellington record and try and pick up a few
> licks. Hell, there's only 12 notes right? You
> can do it.
> ferenc
>
>
>
> DP wrote:
> > Brian:
> > the trick is to pick up that old guitar as much as
> > possible.
> > I don't know your life-situation (married, single,
> kids,
> > apartment, house, job...whatever) but you simply have
> to
> > open the case and take out your guitar. I love my
> little
> > peavey practice amp...I have my guitar sitting next to
> it,
> > I plug in and go. It helps if you have inspiration
> > nearby...cd/cassette/record player...turn on some Dick
> Dale
> > or Chantays and let it rip. Like any endeavor, about
> an
> > hour each day dedicated should lead to advancement.
> Perhaps
> > even setting up your practice place would help, set up
> your
> > reverb-shrine and make it a point to visit often.
> >
> > good luck,
> > Dave P
> > --- Brian Neal <> wrote:
> >
> >>Anyone have any ideas on how to get out of a practice
> (or
> >>lack thereof) rut?
> >>Does anyone have a set practice schedule or routine? Do
> >>you try to learn new
> >>songs or work on chops? Lengthy sessions or short
> bursts?
> >>
> >>Thanks,
> >>BN
> >>
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