The ‘5-Song Club’
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The first big goal I give to my students is simple: learn 5 songs from start to finish. Doing this builds confidence, gives you clear aims, helps you develop key skills, and helps to prevent a lot of random, aimless practice. Five songs keep you focused and then you can build even further, and specialise, from there!
Join the ‘5-Song Club’ and you’ll not only build a repertoire you’re proud of, you’ll prove to yourself what you’re truly capable of. This is a milestone that can change the way you see yourself as a guitarist, forever!
How it works
- Once you can play five songs, give yourself a huge pat on the back.
- (Optional) You can send me the video of you playing the five songs, and I will send you a ‘well done’ gift. To send me the video, upload your video and send me the link (Ask me if you need assistance with this).
- Songs don’t need to be perfect. Play the main themes (15–60 seconds is fine) and send them to me,
Rewards
- A real sense of achievement. Most guitarists never do this, but you can.
- New skills developed, such as musicality, technique, chord changes, etc!
- Respect and admiration. I’ll share your success with 14,000 readers (unless you’d rather I don’t).
- A secret surprise prize.
Check out Denise’s case study for inspiration. Please note: Denise’s case study was originally shared as part of the Dan Thorpe Acoustic Academy, but you get to see it without being a member. If you wish, you can find out more about the Academy here.
Imagine the pride of playing five complete songs with confidence. This is your chance to achieve something most guitarists never do, and to enjoy every step of the journey. Start today. You will get there!
Go Back to the Fingerstyle Five to Get Started!