So, you’ve decided to finally fulfill that New Year’s resolution and learn a musical instrument. You want something portable, social, and—let’s be honest—cool. This usually leads to the ultimate beginner’s crossroads:
If you have smaller hands, the narrow neck of a ukulele is a dream. For those with very large hands, however, the cramped frets might actually make the ukulele feel more difficult than a full-sized guitar. 2. The Learning Curve: Chords and Complexity How fast can you play your first song? 124839
Check out the MindStick Blog for more deep dives into beginner-friendly instruments. If you'd like, I can: Recommend specific beginner models for either instrument. List the first 3 chords you should learn for both. Draft a 30-day practice plan for a total beginner. So, you’ve decided to finally fulfill that New
The first thing every new player notices is "finger pain." Pressing down metal strings on a guitar can be tough on un-calloused fingertips. For those with very large hands, however, the
With six strings and a much deeper body, the guitar offers a massive range of tones. You can play heavy metal, classical, jazz, or folk.