How I Went From ZERO Talent to Guitar Teaching Hero

How I Went From ZERO Talent to Guitar Teaching Hero - It's Not What You Think

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Learning guitar is NOT easy. No matter what anyone tells you. No matter how convincing the advertisement. It take hard work and dedication. But the good part is that learning to play the guitar doesn't require you to have talent. I know I didn't. In this video, I am going to share my guitar journey so that you understand how long it took for me to actually get from being an absolute beginner to who I am today.
It wasn't easy, but it was well worth the time and effort.
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⏱My Guitar Journey Chapters: ⏱
0:00 - My Guitar Journey
0:44 - First Song I Learned
1:13 - Piano Lessons & Hal Leonard Guitar
2:50 - Discovering Melissa Etheridge
4:11 - Writing my own music
4:59 - Aha Moment In Teaching
6:00 - Playing Wonderwall in my dorm room
6:58 - My Pharmaceutical Days
7:20 - My two strumming patterns
7:47 - Finally my First Guitar Lesson
10:06 - Quitting my Job and learning new things
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@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

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@007more7 11 ай бұрын

5 years and you didn't know what a capo was

@be.kind.to.animals 11 ай бұрын

Proud graduate of the Lauren Bateman 7 level guitar program! 😊 If you haven't signed up for Lauren's course and community, you should; it will change your guitar journey trajectory in the best possible way. 🎶

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww thank you Heather!!! So happy to have you as a student. Any reading this can go to: www.laurenbatemanguitar.com/courseyt

@000hms 11 ай бұрын

I'm 59 and I "re-started" playing the guitar this year, after a 45 year hiatus. I've been sucking up KZfaq videos, your channel (which I love), other channels. I've learned "tablature", strums, chords, riffs, etc. I've got bloody finger tips, four guitars, now, and I'm doing what I should have done 50 years ago. Thanks, Lauren. You inspire me.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Keep up the good work! You got this.

@guarddog318 9 ай бұрын

Do yourself and your fingers a favor; buy a set of Ernie Ball "Zippy Slinky" strings. They're the lightest strings you can get, and they don't sound any different than the heavier ones... they're just easier to frett. I've got them on my Telecaster and they make a world of difference.

@bobbyv8662 8 ай бұрын

can relate...when the other big C came to town and lockdown happened..I ordered up a Telecaster and Stratocaster and DAW equipment .. I Winged it freestyle..was nice I progressed and happy..10 days ago Tripped or hit by an Algorithm.. and Lauren Popped up..I watched a few videos...the academia appealed to me...10 days in... nice progression...easy on eyes and ears and she show shortcuts...her acoustic lessons have amped up my electric guitar skills...I would recommend her to anyone wanting give a six string a go....she's dedicated and very caring..

@martinjefferiss370 7 ай бұрын

Learnt Simple Man from your tuitional, thanks Lauren👍😎

@mickholroyd2190 11 ай бұрын

Lauren dont put yourself down as not being a good guitar player..as a cancer survivor as I am ( 2 cancers) you make a great teacher..you see things from different angles...

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww that's very kind of you. You're a cancer fighter just like me. 🙏

@lotusmaglite 11 ай бұрын

LOL I've been "auditing" beginner lessons from every single online guitar instructor Lauren named, so that was an it's-a-small-world moment. She's absolutely right that her experiences set her apart as an instructor. I find that if all of them are teaching a song/chord/technique, she's usually the first one who explains it in a language that makes sense. I get the feeling that's a result of having to struggle through these things on her own. Having said that, I think modesty prevents her from either seeing or claiming her greatest strength, which is just a natural talent for teaching. I've had to dive deep to find out how to play some obscure punk songs, and learn from a mumbly, goes-way-too-fast dude sitting on his bed (and I'm grateful to them for it), so I appreciate _good_ teaching, and I have to say, Lauren is one of the (if not the) best at keeping the learning experience from feeling frustrating, making it fun, even when it's hard. That's not just experience. That's a gift, and she has it. Anyway, hats off to Lauren. Also, she has the best tee shirts.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Oh wow. That's very kind of you to say. That really means a lot. I didn't go to school to learn how to teach. So I think I doubted myself a lot. I'm glad that my teaching resonates with you. ☺️

@JerryKimball-ru7yv 11 ай бұрын

You are so easy to listen to and learn from. I'm one of those late bloomers, took lessons at 58 years of age. I have always been into music, singing and listening. I even wrote songs before learning guitar because life got in the way. Lol I took disability and moved my mom in with me at 57 years of age. Taking lessons was a lifetime dream and it helped keep me sane. Lol love your attention to detail and understanding us old folks. I'm 67 now and still love learning. Thanks.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww Jerry, I'm super happy to help you.

@brianhicks5219 11 ай бұрын

Lauren, thanks for taking us through your guitar journey. During COVID, two years ago, I started playing taking lessons from Justin and Andy at age 65. I have enjoyed their instruction. Last January, I decide it was time to take in person lessons. I explained to the instructor that I wasn’t interested in Music Theory, I knew how to read tab and just wanted to learn to play more songs and correct any bad habits. After 3 months I quit as the Instructor was trying to teach me theory. On a whim, I was looking for instruction to play Heart of Gold and came across your you Tube instruction. Out of curiosity, I inquired about the 7 step class and decided to give it a go even if I had to take a step back. I have been able to move through it fairly quickly as I was proficient at some of the basics. What I have enjoyed is your structure, detail, and realistic expectations. After the bad experience with the in person instructor, you methods are a breath of fresh air! Thank you!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You're very welcome :D

@sarahwilson6985 11 ай бұрын

Yes you are the superior teacher for sure. I am legally blind and your videos have been the most helpful for me to learn finger exercises and chord changes. I am pretty sure I have watched your silver springs tutorial 60 times so far. And I am getting it down!!! I am also the one who is begging for a Taylor swift tutorial!! ❤ 😜

@3521rob 11 ай бұрын

Great insight. Thanks

@johnhiscutt1853 11 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren I am 70yrs young i have always loved the sound of guitar {acoustic} I started when I was about 18 can't understand tabs or scales never had a proper lesson I can only play chords with fills riffs etc, but I can play music, I don't play for other people just for the joy of hearing music thanks for all the tips👍❣ 🎸

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You're always welcome :D

@CharlieJoe07 11 ай бұрын

Inspiring to say the least. Your power is in your ability to explain and demonstrate concepts and techniques without assuming anything. I enjoy music but may be "musically declined" instead of inclined. I watch most of your videos and intend to get one of your courses. Life gets in the way but I will have take the time from "Honey Do Lists" and all my other excuses. Keep up the good work. It is mucho appreciated! Thanks, Charlie Joe Weir

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Charlie, you got this. I was not musically inclined either. Lots of practice!

@bighes100 11 ай бұрын

I genuinely want to thank you Lauren, your easy 4 chords video & horse with no name video got me started playing guitar and i haven't looked back.... I'm hooked. 3 months and i can play around 8 recognisable songs. You are great 😊

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@boonong3895 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I am so motivated to play and get better. Followed you in spotify =)

@1FrenchConnection1 Ай бұрын

I stop year to next t-shirt! Love it!

@jbnelle0218 11 ай бұрын

Love that story! Inspiring…I played the piano as a kid also and what you said actually made sense :) been messing around with guitar and the use and wonder how to get better also.

@ashutoshkumarsingh5719 11 ай бұрын

You're not old you,re young and beautiful

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww thank you!

@mangoes7453 11 ай бұрын

really inspiring, thanks Lauren. I've subscribed.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for subbing!

@shanebailey9128 11 ай бұрын

That’s what is so Great about Lauren, she’s just so humble! No Big ego, doesn’t blow her own horn. Just a Really Genuine, down to earth Person!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww that's very kind of you. ☺️

@1958BeST 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your story! I enjoyed it and am learning a lot!

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@anthonysantos8821 6 ай бұрын

Great story!!! I can relate to it. Thank you for sharing your talent. 😊

@LaurenBateman 6 ай бұрын

You are very welcome!

@djkanyon 11 ай бұрын

It's such a pleasure just listening to you! Thanks a lot!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening

@alwayslearning5851 11 ай бұрын

This was entertaining as well as very informative. Thank you Lauren!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Glad you liked it :D

@gailrock9101 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Utmost Respect Lauren 😍

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@gzackerman 11 ай бұрын

Great insights!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@billallen1594 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the honesty Lauren. Great video and story 🤩

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@joe19912 11 ай бұрын

So true Lauren. Most older and even some newer "beginner" books turn people off. That you remember the difficulty of being frustrated is part of why you're such a great teacher! ❤

@PaulRolfe-xt1db 8 ай бұрын

Such an inspiration, Congrats on all you have done and achieved

@LaurenBateman 8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! :D

@jgcigar 11 ай бұрын

Thanks, you are a great teacher.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@Stratsrule 11 ай бұрын

Ty Lauren!!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You are most welcome :)

@jzemens4646 11 ай бұрын

Interesting Ms Bateman. Thanks for sharing more of yourself and your journey.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@skliero133 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Lauren.

@LaurenBateman 4 ай бұрын

Welcome! Thank you for watching!

@jeremyschram8169 10 ай бұрын

Love your journey. I'm a ukulele guy. The pearl for all and in any vocation of avocation...centers on enjoying what u do. That means play and practice your style ...for me it is 50s rock but some 90s when I was a teenager...and times were much calmer...but I digress...enjoying your genre will translate into fulfillment, better play and the desire to get your instrument out...and we all make many mistakes...just rock on anyways!

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

Very well said! :D

@88pynogrl 9 ай бұрын

I love sight reading, and it has enabled me to explore so much music in so many styles. It is definitely a skill that has to be developed (like anything else).

@boxer71c55 8 ай бұрын

By far one of the most inspiring vids ive watched! And just a great watch. Thank you for extra motivation to get serious, and it was really nice to hear your backstory and to know there is light at the end of the tunnel...

@LaurenBateman 8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! 😊

@LOVE2Flute 11 ай бұрын

Dang! Such a wonderful adventure. Thank you for putting yourself out there for us, Lauren. You are truly wonderful.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww thanks 🙏

@edthayres9175 11 ай бұрын

What a great story Lauren. I started playing Trumpet in 4th grade and was asked to play with the 5th-8th grade band as a 5th grader so I had a solid base for music. I always wanted to play guitar and started self taught lessons numerous times. It wasn't until I took lessons that things started to click. 3 years in I am loving learning, what I don't know about guitar. Thank you for sharing your story because it resonates in myself, getting to the level I really want to play at. I'm very close to playing on stage with friends and playing songs I enjoy and like. I almost pulled the plug last April to join a guitar player on stage in Key West and play along with him. Next year..... next trip to Key West I hope to be playing onstage. :)

@myrarucker7953 11 ай бұрын

Excellent video!!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@ericwise1849 11 ай бұрын

Lauren, I am so happy to hear you say so much of this. My friends said it would be so cool if I learned guitar. I got an acoustic guitar when I was 14 and my first teacher wasn't sophisticated, but he had me playing things I liked immediately. If not, I never would have stuck with it. I found teachers who went beyond my first teacher and I got to the point where people said, "That guy is really good." At various times, including now, I taught guitar lessons. I played every chance I got whether it was folk, rock blues, jazz or choral accompaniment. Honestly, classical guitar was not for me, but I learned valuable lessons from it.

@chuasoonkent415 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing about your guitar journey. It is very inspiring! You really have a heart to teach others guitar.

@LaurenBateman 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@rbushlow 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this Lauren, it is GREAT! I love your story, especially that you went to convent (I was going to go to seminary myself but didn't); it helps knowing you went through these same things. Thank you again and many Blessings!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@rodgerbell810 11 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren, many thanks for showcasing to us your guitar journey. I love your ‘fun’ methodology towards enjoying music and guitar. Keep up your great work. Cheers ✌️🎸💜

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@lueezec358 4 ай бұрын

This video is so helpful. It’s been interesting hearing your guitar journey. You are very right about learning the songs you like listening to, it really keeps a person interested. I gave up with one to one lessons, because they are not only too expensive but they teach what they want to teach. Also strumming patterns as a beginner has been very difficult. So for the time being since I have only just discovered your channel I am going to try some of the finger picking patterns you are teaching. Many thanks for all of your lessons 🤟

@LaurenBateman 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ralphcharles913 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for being transparent about your journey. Inspiring and motivating. Your approach to playing guitar is what kept me engaged with the instrument. You are awesome!

@LaurenBateman 5 ай бұрын

Glad it helps, keep on playing!

@SkeeterMelody 10 ай бұрын

Lauren thank you so much for sharing your story🎶 I'm 66 now and sometimes feel like I'm never going get this, but you inspire me each time I watch one of your lessons, and after hearing this testimony today of how you began your guitar journey I'm so happy that through the Internet I was able to come across your music channel and look forward to learning from you. You make it fun and comfortable and there's something about your personality that just naturally inspires others to want to be their best👍💯 thank you

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@davidn.9194 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. I see many similarities to my own guitar learning and am inspired to continue playing. Although I'm only 2 years into my journey, your approach to teaching and subsequent lessons are always appreciated. Thank you for helping facilitate dreams coming true.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Go for it!

@GodsStoryteller Ай бұрын

A must watch for me. I'll come back to watch.

@sandyhickman8012 11 ай бұрын

Lauren, I love your KZfaq channel! Ive been taking lessons since 2/2019 was on my bucket list after I retired! So I joined the community and love it!, the combo of private weekly lesson with Ryan, watching you and community has been perfect! Ryan would say at first go practice but most of all Have Fun

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Sandy, that's awesome!!

@elvistumassang3830 11 ай бұрын

Am just so inspired watching your video

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww thanks!

@juleslemelle9027 2 ай бұрын

I ve been painting off & on for quite awhile; looking at your blank wall , (save for that gorgeous black & silver guitar), I'm so envious of that luxury of blank space. My dwelling is covered wall to wall with my paintings, & I've come to view the guitar as the alternative. Clear Space is precious, and sound doesn't collect dust.

@jamesreinstein8126 11 ай бұрын

Okay, I can relate to the whole been playing a while without actually taking lessons thing. I'm not getting any younger (60), but I'm not retired yet, so it's a little uncomfortable to commit to it at this point because, frankly, my time is about the most precious thing I have. Anyway, I really appreciate your approach. I'm a total DIY person, but I'm pretty sure I'll get to the lessons someday. For now, my goal is suck a little less every day. Thanks for sharing some of your journey!

@mrose4566 11 ай бұрын

Lauren I was smiling while I listened to this video. Thanks for carrying the torch and passing down your knowledge. So many of the things you talked about resonated with me. Looking forward to practicing with your videos and learning more. So, cool of you to acknowledge some of the other youtube teachers also. Mahalo 🤙🏾

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome. Glad to help!

@JustAGuyinGA 9 ай бұрын

I am just starting to learn guitar at 35 and your videos have been a tremendous help. I had to comment on this one since you mentioned Melissa Ethridge - She is a ROCK GODDESS. And "Like the way I do," was my first karaoke song. To this day still one of my favorites!

@pooner61 11 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren, I am very happy that I stumbled onto your YT page the other day! I think that a sense of enthusiasm and humility is what makes a good teacher….and in my opinion, you convey both of those in spades…so thank you for sharing your talents and your willingness to teach us how to be better guitarists

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww that's very kind of you. Thank you so much!

@carolynzeytoonian 11 ай бұрын

Lauren, I have been on your team since 2017 but I am still learning cool, new things about your own guitar journey! I love this video! No wonder your students relate to you . Many can identify with your own motivation in the beginning stages of learning to play and some of the frustration you felt - and they are now learning to play songs they want to play! Well done!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww thanks Carolyn!

@johnnypee 11 ай бұрын

Hey kid, thanks for putting this little bio together. Forty is old, that’s funny. I took lessons in late seventies with a series of books similar to Hal Leonard. Memory escapes me, but it may have been an earlier pressing of the same books. It was good practice for learning to pick without looking, but snoozeville . Luckily my kool teacher turned it around into chords. Turning point songs were Sweet Home Alabama and Wish You Were Here. Even basics of these songs sounded so kool to play. I am 58 (still not old) and enjoy being able to play along with my favorite songs. I really enjoy your lessons and how you break down the songs. Your approach makes things a little easier to understand. You rock! JP

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@darrenoak7187 11 ай бұрын

This is an awsome story Lauren. You are probably the best all round guitar tutor on the Utube, some of the others you mentioed are good in there own area. Thank you. for sharing.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you! Very kind of you.

@tac7.625 11 ай бұрын

You’re doing a great job!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@JTPMcC 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story. I started learning guitar 10 years ago and loved (still do) learning songs. I love Nirvana can play most of the Unplugged songs. A great band I love now is First Aid Kit. Definitely look them up.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

That's awesome. Yeah most of my first songs were Nirvana tunes.

@user-ug8yz6lb4y 11 ай бұрын

Great inspirational message of common sense of playing for self-enjoyment. I especially like "I don't know what I don"t know." Very True. I teach beginners and you are on my recommendation list for additional utube help. (along with Marty, Justin and others). Keep on Truckin.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much :)

@nclopez73 3 ай бұрын

Your approach is awsome I have checked out a hand full of ."teachers" you are surely the best

@LaurenBateman 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😃

@garymarshall6426 2 ай бұрын

I love your teaching,its easy and im learning little by little

@LaurenBateman 2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that

@moorek1967 11 ай бұрын

Was that last video Dovydas? Looked like him. You are one of the best guitar teachers, all 321k of us think that.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Awww thank you kindly!

@Sadams707 11 ай бұрын

322K Now

@marleyorange 11 ай бұрын

Good lesson Lauren. I made similar mistakes in my early learning.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@katherinetaylor4694 11 ай бұрын

I love the way you teach. I am going from zero and painful fingers to the goal of playing one of my favorites, The Finest Hour by Duran Duran With your help and guidance. Thank you, and cheers to the journey. 🎉🥂🍾

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@rajnandantorontostreets3329 10 ай бұрын

Luv ya. You are an inspiration to many and a great teacher. Thank you. I wanted to learn to play the guitar in the 70's but it wasn't until I purchased an acoustic guitar in 2003 in attempt to fulfill my dream of becoming a guitarist. I gave up my dream in the same year, it was difficult learning from the studio teachers. But OMG, I stumbled on your KZfaq channel and learned more in a few days than I did in months with other teachers. I am now 65 and you have shown me how much fun and how easy it is to play the guitar. So I am starting this journey with you, my mentor that looks like a 26 year old college grad. I had that 20 year old guitar serviced the other day. I am having fun now playing the guitar, thanks to you Lauren.

@LaurenBateman 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. I'm really glad my videos helped :D Keep it up !

@skipthomas4808 11 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren, I signed up for your 7-level course some months ago. One of many plusses of your course is that you break things down and actually show us what you are doing so that we aren’t left wondering… ‘wait...how did she do that? I am making progress, slowly, which I keep hearing is the way it must be. I am old, can’t play standing up, and most definitely can’t sing (just ask anyone in my family). I like the songs that are instrumental. I appreciate slower-paced songs. My goal is to learn the Chet Atkins arrangement of the Don McLean song, Vincent. Meanwhile, the guitar has become my go-to when I need to ‘relax, but stay sharp,’ a necessary skill for an old geezer.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Skip, so happy to have you. The guitar is a great way to relax and relieve stress. Glad to be helping you on your guitar journey.

@Jimgoodwin846 11 ай бұрын

Lauren I have wondered about your story. I am really glad I found you. I am familiar with the KZfaq teachers you mentioned, but IMO you are by far the easiest to understand. I found you a year ago in June and can’t believe how far I’ve come…kind of stalled out on the lesson plan… I found I really like finger picking, especially the Travis picking and have spent a lot of time there. Recently, started practicing in smaller chunks on the basics. (Something you suggested in one of your videos based on time allotments). Thanks Jim

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

This is awesome. So happy to be helping you!

@christoffeldorfling2304 3 ай бұрын

You still so so good in teaching a way any beginner can understand and implementing it to playing better.

@LaurenBateman 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jimcarbone7816 11 ай бұрын

Lauren you are such an incredibly inspiring guitar teacher and a kind soul. Thank you for teaching me and so many others! 😊

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@jimcarbone7816 11 ай бұрын

Love your Superman shirts that are in some of your videoes as well 🙂@@LaurenBateman

@AnthonysTrends 11 ай бұрын

Wow thank you for sharing a very inspiring task. Hope oneday we could also do it🤗☝️👍

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You can do it!

@EricHatheway Ай бұрын

Haha, my brother who has 6 Martins and a custom Preston Thompson, gave me the same Hal Leonard book to get me started! This, of course, was before I found your 7 Level Guitar System. Thanks for all you do! ✌🏼😎

@j4jullu 11 ай бұрын

Love you Lauren ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤you are awesome 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@MrA1582000 11 ай бұрын

So agree with you about the piano journey. Took 10 years and never really knew about chores, keys etc. also love your Zelda tee

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Love Zelda!

@frozenborderline2109 11 ай бұрын

You and Angela Petrilli are by some stretch, the best guitar demonstators on YT. Very few others I've found thus far really nail the crucial subtleties and nuances in even the most deceptively simple-sounding tunes. As a self-taught player for nigh on 30 years and currently dealing with onset osteoarthritis in my critical barring index finger following a particularly gnarly left wrist fracture about 5 years ago, your vids and unfailing ebullience have been invaluable in keeping me committed, discarding old bad technique habits and even finding and refining new ways around, despite that at times, compromising fact.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Really glad to hear that :D Thanks for sharing your story.

@sgttombailes3380 11 ай бұрын

Hello Lauren,, Just found your KZfaq channel a few days ago. I started playing guitar 60 years ago w/ a Mel Bay book. Then I got into to piano and then into drumming. I nailed the drumming, and played in many bands over the years. I still have my 1962 Ludwig Club Date Set. They still sound outstanding ! Now, at 72 I'm ready to get back to guitar. I truly appreciate your teaching abilities. Over the years I developed some bad habits just messing around with my old guitars. So, I'm going to start with your teaching as if I never picked up a guitar. This ought to be fun ! Looking forward to playing again. But this time I'm going to do it right !! With your help. Yep, a new approach ! Warmest Regards, SGT Tom

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Happy to hear that! Looking forward to your journey :D

@billycoleman1128 11 ай бұрын

I love you sharing your talents. I've learned much of my current knowledge of guitar from you. I've only been playing for a little over 4 months but I'm getting better and less muted notes. Couple more years and I'll be able to play a whole song 😉

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You sure will! Keep up the good work!

@kevinpope1297 11 ай бұрын

I couldnt fingrr pick till last week i sat down and watched your land slide vid i can do the finger picking but ghe chords are bit off but the finger picking seems like after i learned to ride a bike so ty for that .

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Keep it up :D

@jonathanschmidt4985 11 ай бұрын

Just got your Email "had a full day with your Dad" which linked me here, glad you had a good day and yes, that is a cool Camaro, GM just started the Camaro invasion into Australia, so far looks cool but the new ones never as good as the classic muscle cars. Now, for this video, great story and sounds like your happy about how you got where you are. I also had period where Melissa Etheridge invaded my music collection, back when tapes were the rage. Keep it up, and I am still working on 'While my guitar gently weeps', to much new stuff going on in my shed, but I will get there eventually. 💕

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

I love the classic cars. I'm sad 2024 is the last year for the Camaro. 😞 Not sure if I'm going to trade-in my 2019 SS for the latest model. We will see.

@Fifi-eh7ey 11 ай бұрын

I just can't do it. I understand the theory. But puting it in to practice. My fingers r so sore that how much I been practising. I got to accept my lifelong dream of playing guitar not going to happen. If I could learn just one song it might inspire me before I put my guitar in the bin. It learning a beautiful song on an instament the gives u the motivation to kerp going. Ive bought so many books and it not teaching that.

@tracyd1175 11 ай бұрын

Don’t give up. Like u it’s been a life long dream of mine too. I’m 56 and been working at it for 3 yrs. Yes it’s a struggle but keep at it. My fingers now are able to make chords but it took a lot of time so I started to learn scales , minor pentatonic etc then my fingers started to bend the right way. Just keep plugging at it.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

It is never too late. The guitar is NOT easy. Do not give up. It will hurt at first but with time it gets better as you get stronger.

@mariechustz5071 3 ай бұрын

Sight reading on piano was so hard for me too!!! I have a similar experience with my music journey.❤

@LaurenBateman 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@user-hf5ib4ov6y 11 ай бұрын

This is an awesome video. My journey was a bit similar. Buy a book, learn some chords. 20 years later still playing the same stuff, mostly my own. I put the guitar down for 20 years. 5 months ago I picked it back up. Ooh, look, videos and online tutorials! Yeah, that's what I need. Found your videos and saw a lot of what I wanted to get me progressing. Your teaching style is fun and instructional. You DO make playing the guitar fun.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Really appreciate hearing that. Thanks so much for watching :D

@lloydmorgan9074 10 ай бұрын

thx lauren im 64 and a drummer ,also a singer ive dabbled for years with guitar ,but your inspiration is great im learning from you thx from new zealand

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

Rock on!

@russellvilleskateland 10 ай бұрын

I think your great i need to take lessons ive waited late in life to get started is all i regret

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

The next best time to learn? Right now. You got this. If you want to do it, start. That's the hardest part, starting.

@John-im3xn 11 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren! Great, great story! We walked the same paths, no formal guitar lessons, and yes, I hold my pick the way you do. I deveoped a finger pattern, but need to learn the correct ones. First song I learned was, ' you are my sunshine'. My cousin and l were learning together, playing 'country music'. My Brother taught me some surf songs like 'Wipe Out'. Then I put my guitar down until my Son develped in interest, yeah he plays better than I do. No one to do music with , I played a Cd easy favorites, and was amazed I can play along with them. I have a guitar bud that comes over and we play, but always adding more music though! Thank you for your awsome story. I still think I'm an average'back porch' player, but i have a passion for music and playing along with classic rock bands onYou Tube, is my passion!😅🤭🤗

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

That's awesome! thank you for sharing your story :D

@gregwatson5315 11 ай бұрын

Hi, Lauren. Just discovered your channel. I am retired, and I am a guitar beginner trying to learn electric blues. Keep up the good work.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard! :D

@debbieadame8176 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your journey! It gives me so much inspiration! I had an uncle that played flawlessly, including playing a 12-string guitar (which I was lucky enough to inherit). I tried to learn to play about 15 years ago then put it off because I divorced and moved to another state to start over. My sweet (new) husband gifted me with a guitar this past January and then gifted me with another beautiful one for our 13 year anniversary this past weekend. I'm in my mid 50's and at the very beginner stage. Your videos are by far the best and easiest to understand! Thank you for sharing your amazing gift!

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

Really glad to hear that :D Thank you for sharing your story.

@ianbrown5486 10 ай бұрын

Lauren all iever wanted to learn was status quo music I am no good with cords I listen to you iknow you can help I don't want to burden you has iam thick so I will still Keep trying so your story inspired me thank you ❤😊

@LaurenBateman 10 ай бұрын

You can do it!

@malyssa_ 11 ай бұрын

Wow - I relate so much to this!! I, too, tried to apply piano techniques to learn guitar as a teen and it just did NOT work. I also suck at sight reading despite many, many years of piano and band. I learned piano via Suzuki method, so I have to hear and sometimes see before I can do. My dad is an awesome guitarist and tried a few times to teach me but again - I just didn't get it. Suddenly during the pandemic it hit me. I saw one of those pandemic TV concerts and BIllie Joe from Green Day was playing Good Riddance on his guitar. I was like "Wait, I know those chords...I can do that." So I looked it up on YT and learned it. Since then I've done that with so many songs - it's how I found you and your amazing tutorials - THANK YOU!!! ❤My current challenge is learning picking with Dust In The Wind. Seeing this vid, I need to learn Landslide as well. 🙂And learn barre chords. I just...UGH. All that aside, I love your teaching style and find your videos super helpful - thank you for all you do! Seeing how you started is very inspirational. I'm so glad I saw this today after a lapse in practice time. Picking it up right now. 🙂

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@mander1n693 9 ай бұрын

I love the approach you use to teach guitar! I actually started playing 20 years ago. I learned by the book and how to read music. I never really forced myself to learn more than the same old camp fire strumming. I’m still very mediocre and so I’m here, back to square one. I want to expand my guitar playing and currently really want to learn fingerpicking. So far, it sucks! Ha! But I want it so bad! So anyway, just want to thank you for the great tips and tricks. AND I just turned 40 too!! Cheers to rocking into the 40s! 🤘🏻

@LaurenBateman 9 ай бұрын

Aww thanks!!!! You got this. Welcome back to the guitar learning journey.

@alyqat4 Ай бұрын

hahah i love playing America songs as a beginner! La La lalalala La. this is so great hearing your journey. You are so talented and yet so humble. Your videos are very encouraging and motivating.

@LaurenBateman Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@basingstoke63 11 ай бұрын

Greetings , Lauren . I first picked up a guitar in 1983 , it's a ,Kapok Classical / Flamenco Guitar . It is still a firm friend to this day . My second , was a Strat Fender copy with a finger action so high , it was probably easier to stand on the neck ( Even with its adjustable bridge ) . Then came an Ibanez lead and an accompanying Bass . Sadly , they all sat playing home to spiders for many years . Then , I came across your channel which inspired me to pick them up again . Still a little rusty due to Arthritis and a recent injury . But many thanks for helping me evict those spiders and setting me on the road again .

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@nelsonramos6093 10 күн бұрын

I absolutely love the way you teach guitar playing. I am currently using the Simply Guitar app then I came across your channel here. You come across clearly and simple. Keep it up. I’m hooked to your channel now

@LaurenBateman 10 күн бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@alphaboop 11 ай бұрын

Melissa etheridge lessons please!! So hard to play! 😍

@joseavenereo5193 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Very inspiring. I picked up my 1st guitar when I was nine. My teacher was so-so. I went on a 20+ year hiatus. I came across your video a few weeks ago. Thank you for the push. Looking forward to meeting you in September ☺

@joseavenereo5193 11 ай бұрын

P.S. I am 56 now

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Excited to meet you!

@kylieisola4735 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Lauren! Appreciate your natural and honest approach…40!!..no way!..your enthusiasm is so inspiring. Cheers.

@LaurenBateman 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@miguelangelcolon1345 11 ай бұрын

Hi, nice to see you again.

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Hello there!

@andregosteli2177 11 ай бұрын

Very interesting, thank you! I learned classical guitar with 13 years. Pure sight reading. No chords. I lost interest because I wanted actually to play Beatles songs, but that was it. With 40 years I took piano lessons. Classic. No chords. Then I got a new teacher and I requested him to teach me only the great stuff (far too difficult for me like Beethoven Sonatas). But he taught me how to analyze music sheets. He took apart all the classical pieces and showed me the chords in Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Paul Simon, etc. Chords I, IV, V, etc. It helps me until now to understand music. Now I am learning pop guitar again, on KZfaq, with on-line course (not yours, I am sorry but I like very much your work and frequently I look in to learn this and that). In short I think music theory is a great plus when studying guitar but I acknowledge that some of the best songwriters never knew anything about theory.

@rays9033 11 ай бұрын

Really good stuff! I have now had two great guitars for 30-years, and only tried online video lessens over the years, which I quickly lost interest in. I’m going to signup for Lauren’s lessens program, this looks really interesting, and gives me hope!

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

That would be awesome! Please do. I'm happy to help. ☺️

@ashutoshkumarsingh5719 11 ай бұрын

really connecting story u have ....god bless you

@LaurenBateman 11 ай бұрын

Aww thanks so much.