What are some tips and tricks that can help me learn how to play guitar?

Answer by  elb (1105)

Get just one good instruction book, and really do the lessons; video lessons are even better. Keep practicing the basic skills until your muscles know them. Learn some music theory so you understand chord progressions. Expect it to feel awkward at first, it gets more comfortable as you progress.

Answer by  Ocknelly (19)

To learn how to play guitar read about how a guitar is made and the parts to the guitar. Practice basic scales and chords. Learn strumming and picking techniques.