WARM GREETINGS everyone! Our one year anniversary is only about a month away. We’re adding about 7 or 8 new subscribers each and every day and are now approaching 800! It’s keeping me happily busy! Lot of requests to post a lesson for Johnny B. Goode … so I have done so. Johnny is in the building! Have a tour around and be sure to visit my FAB FOUR section. You won’t be disappointed!!
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Welcome to Free Guitar Mentor!
Hi there! You have entered the wonderful world of the guitar. My love affair with this instrument is directly traceable to Sunday February 9th, 1964. Supposedly 73 million people tuned in to watch the Ed Sullivan show that night … well 73 million and one! Four lads from Liverpool and specifically; a Rickenbacker 325 Capri, a Gretsch 6122 Country Gentleman and a Hofner 500/1 violin bass. HOW COOL! And I must say ….. the rest is Rock n’ Roll history. From children's favorites to campfire sing-a-longs to classic riffs, travel with me as we move from beginner to inspired learner to player! Throw in some super guitar tips, links and posts and you're in for a great ride!
Also ……. I'm going to be searching for deals on guitars and guitar-related products. As your mentor, I'll do my homework. If I recommend something … you can be sure that it represents true value for you and is absolutely the best "bang for your buck"! Occasionally I will list and show guitars from my private collection! They are all wonderful in one way or another, have been properly set up and intonated, play great and often have been upgraded in some way! You might find one by searching my Guitars – For Sale page. Also … I am building an aStore (surprisingly called JACKSON'S STORE) which you will be able to find by following the same path. In the store I will feature only guitars and guitar related products that are highly discounted and highly reviewed so that they offer superb value! I've done the screening for you! I look forward to helping you out if I can. If the suspense is killing you … here's the direct link to JACKSON'S STORE:
http://astore.amazon.com/freguimen-20
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Jackson you Rock!! Great website, great idea!
See Ya Buddy … Dave
Thanks Dave … appreciated!
Hi Jackson
Great looking site. The idea is terrific and a lot of work I bet. The videos are very polished and look good.
Great Job!
John
Thanks John …… a work in progress of course and lots yet to do!
Hi Jackson,
I would love to learn with you!!!!!
Lots of hugs,
Karin
And you will be one of my fave pupils! Thanks Karin!
Hi Jackson,
Like Karin I would like to learn from you.
Sorry I did not know about you when we were in Vernon with Karin !!
Greetings From South Africa
Dirk
Hi Dirk! Greetings TO South Africa! Hope you can glean some valuable info and tips from the site. Nice to have you aboard!
Would love to learn with you, but I gave my guitar to a friend…I will pass your website on to Dawson.
I am interested in learning how to play the keyboard, if you know a good site to learn, please let me know.
Well thanks for passing it on … but you know you can find a pretty nice acoustic these days for $100 or so. If you decide to pick one up again … you know where to find me.
Hi Jackson,
John McLean here. I'm Ben McLean's older brother. I've seen you in some of the plays you've starred in with him. I've always enjoyed your work on stage. I teach guitar in Calgary, AB so Ben sent me a link to your site. I just wanted to say that I think this is a wonderful thing you're doing. The world needs more people like you. Great singing and playing on those classics!
Sincerely,
John
Thanks so much John … for the very kind words … take care!
Congratulations Jackson! I am so impressed with your generosity in making this site available to inspire and assist guitar fans everywhere. I am sending a link to my brother, niece and nephew in Alberta who are all heavily involved in the music scene there. I look forward to visiting your site often just to see it evolve even though I am not a guitar player myself.
Thanks Val … appreciate your interest!
Hey Jackson
Thank you so much!! Purchasing the guitar from you was the best decision, my husband was totally blown away. What is the name of the video you posted playing it before I came to get it? My husband wants to watch it.
Again, Thank you!
Sherie
The video is WILD THING – Guitar Lesson and can be found on the Three Chord Song page – Three Chord Rock. So glad he loves the guitar!
Hi Jackson, I really like your lessons and attitude towards life that shows in your personality, you have already taught me more than you can imagine and got me started learning new things again on my guitar. It is easy to get in a rut with practising and new songs are much appreciated. Best regards Rich, live long and propsper,
Wow Rich …. thanks for the kind words …. I’m glad you feel rejuvenated! May the force be with you!
Hey Jackson, great site, Have to say you were a big influence on me back in the 80s' Mace days. (I spent alot of time at Garys'). You guys opened my ears up to some great music like the Arrows, the Doobie brothers and LRB when I was in my teenage Heavy Metal stage. Those songs stuck with me all my life and made me a better musician. Now I am passing that on to my kids. Thank you!
Thanks so much Lee … always great to think back to those great days! I hope in some small way the site can help with your family’s music! Hope you are still active and above all enjoying it. By the way … MACE is still playing. Not sure if you knew.
Jackson – Great site! I played guitar 20+ years ago and then had a few kids and life happened. Just recently decided to pick it up again and found your site. With my limited time your site has been a great help. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Brent
I know what you mean about those gaps Brent. Great to know that you are back at it though and hope I can help a bit with the re-entry! All the best …. Jackson
Hi my name is Bruce. I’m from Guadalajara Mexico and I want to congratulate you on a great site!
i wonder what the name of the song that plays at the beginning of your videos
Thanks so much Bruce. It’s the guitar intro to Layla by Derek and the Dominos.
Thank you, Jackson ! great website ! great lessons ! so cool !
Best wishes from France !
I much appreciate you taking the time to say so …. cheers from Canada! Merci Beaucoup!
Hi Jackson, I have been on few sites but find your lessons explain details a lot clearer. I lost my hearing 9 years ago and I loved trying to play guitar. You can understand how devastated I was because I was learning to play guitar at that time, but now I have had a Cochlear implant which gives me hearing back though it’s not same as natural hearing. Your videos are very clear and chord and strumming so clear to me and the way you demonstrate above is ace. Merry Christmas …. regards john
Much appreciated John and I’m VERY happy for your improved hearing and health!
I just stumbled onto one of your YouTube videos and as a three year guitar player, mainly learning from videos, I think your lessons are the highest quality out there! The video/sound clarity, the rhythm lesson, guitar/amp tone, your attitude, and your voice are all awesome! Great selection of covers to learn. Your website is so professional, that I’ll probably sit here all winter. Thank you, thank you, and thank you! Life is good!
Well thanks Terry …. there are a lot worse things you could be doing so ROCK ON!
Hi Jackson,
I don't know exactly how I ended up watching your video of "California dreamin" on You tube. I am 41 and started to learn guitar 2 years ago through video lessons. I just want to acknowledge that I saw a man in his essence: willing to share his skills and passion about playing guitar and music stories. I saw a bit of an actor, a great singer/player and a really inspiring, energizing one. The name of your web site suits you so much!
I wish you and the ones you love a beautifull and happy new year from France. Take Care.
Nic
Well Nic … if I ever need an agent … I’ll be sure to look you up! Thanks so much for the kind words!
hey Jackson, I really enjoy checking out you website. I have been inspried to learn new songs.. I do a local open mic night here in my town and did a song that was really accepted well, Please come to Boston. Thought you might like to post it for your subscribers Keep doing what you do best
Thanks so much Ken. I’ll keep that Dave Loggins song in mind … so glad you are performing for others!
Hello Jackson,
I joined the site a couple days ago and I am having a blast. My girlfriend says you have great smile and and a kind heart, believe me, she can tell!!! Thanks for the free lessons and hard work.
your new student, Tony
Thanks so much Tony … what a kind thing to say! Thank your wife as well …. and welcome!
Jackson, i just stumbled upon one of your videos I have to say I love it I am 53 yrs old and started playing accustic guitar 5 yrs ago and I am totally hooked , cant put it down . I am looking forward to all that your website has to offer ..
thanks a million …keep it up bigmario
Glad to have your enthusiasm with us Mike ….. welcome!
Hey Jackson, I just want to say THANKS for this page, is great what you are doing, because you open the opportunity to learn more about the amazing world of music with this awesome instrument… The Guitar.
Congratulations keep going!!
Thank you so much!
Is there any standard terminology for orientation on the guitar. I've heard up/down, down/across, top/bottom, high/low, thick/thin, treble/base, upscale/downscale, mute/damping, nut/bridge, half step/whole step, pluck/pick, and countless others?
Thanks, David
Jackson, I wonder if you could talk a little about how a band works. It seems that many singers only use the guitar for a prop and some dude in the shadows is actually playing what you hear.
I remember one song I was trying to learn and couldn't figure how in the world the guitarist did it only to find there were two guitars. grin
Thanks
excellent site.@ just turning 64 i will welcome the help from you. so keep playing and instructing and of course keep smiling.
Thanks so much John!
I would like to see ac/dc, theres gonna be some rockin, it sounds and looks easy, i hope you can post it, great website, keep up the good work.