Martin Acoustic Contest
Can I give you a Martin acoustic that retails for $1399.00?
Yup. I’m giving away a Martin D16GT as part of the celebration of the Acoustic Guitar Secrets release. This an amazing instrument. I hand selected it after playing dozens of acoustics. It’s the guitar I played during the shooting of the video and it’s what I used to record the 2 CD that come with the course.
Here’s the techical data from Martin’s website. And here are 80 reviews from D16GT owners that you can read here on the Musician’s Friend web site. Here’s what it looks like…
How To Enter The Contest:
It’s simple. Post your comment below and describe why you are excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets and how you believe that you will benefit from the course. That’s it.
My staff read each entry and pick out the top three. Then you will vote on the winner. Whoever get’s the most votes, wins the guitar. The deadline for the last entry is midnight, Friday, Dec. 14.
Cheers!
Dan Denley
P.S. Here are some winners from past contests: Tina, Mark Lee and Ben Blomberg
Enter the contest by posting your comment below…
December 7th, 2007 at 6:16 pm
I am excited about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets because it will help me become a better guitarist so I can also be a better teacher to the people of Rwanda, East Central Africa, where I serve as a missionary teacher. I hope to learn and examine different techniques to enhance the musical knowledge of the Rwandans. Music has been key to understanding the cultural dynamics and creating sustainable peace in this country.
December 7th, 2007 at 6:18 pm
The Martin guitar would be a great asset to teaching music to the Rwandans.
December 7th, 2007 at 6:26 pm
I’ve enjoyed playing my guitar for several years and I’ve learned a great deal from sites such as this one and from the lessons that players, such as yourself, have taught me. I’m always on the look out for quality instructional video that will help me further my skills.
I’m very particular about what I’ll spend my money on and after reviewing your product and watching several of the sample videos I believe it is something I would benefit from.
I’m an intermediate player so I’m familiar with the Pentatonics, scales and boxes that you demonstrate. What I’m needing is a way to tie all of this knowledge together so that it comes out sounding like music and not simply practicing scales. I think I may have found what I’ve been looking for.
December 7th, 2007 at 6:57 pm
I just recently found the Amazing Guitar Secrets website when I picked up an old acoustic guitar that’s been in a closet for a decade and I was looking for where to start. I’ve wanted to learn how to play the guitar since 1990 but college, work, birth of twins, and recently moving has made it difficult to find the time. I’m 39 years old now and very excited that Dan Denley’s Acoustic Guitar Secrets is going to help me to finally learn how to play that old guitar. I can’t wait to get started and go from being able to play nothing to being able to play for my soon to be 4 year old twin son and daughter. They love strumming on daddy’s guitar and this will make memories of a lifetime for them. Thanks Dan for being there!
December 7th, 2007 at 6:59 pm
I would love this exceptional Martin guitar as i already own a very much cheaper second hand Martin and love the tone of the wood it gives. I teach guitar, unprofessionaly it has to be said, though i’ve been told the lack of credentials and presence of raw material and essence of that rock n roll DIY spirit in my lessons gives them a somewhat closer feel to the students. Acoustic Gutiar Secrets could really help me teach some more kids, not just about guitar, but use guitar as an open point, an acess to the whole area of music which is completely undsicovered, acoustic is great and brings a whole new dimension to guitar playing but sadly i’m not overly good at it, which is why i’m quite keen to secure a copy of Acoustic Guitar Secrets and maybe my own guitar with it.
Thanks
December 7th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
I find Dan’s approach to teaching guitar to be very helpful.
First, the videos make it easy to follow what he is doing while the audio narration explains it. This one two punch is what amateurs like me need to go back and back until I get how to do it.
I also like the lessons because there is a lot you can improvise off them once you have learned a technique.
Also, nice clean video which is a treat in its own right.
Winning a Martin would be a dream come true, although I must confess I’m a lefty so it might not be the right guitar (not that I would complain!).
December 7th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
I’m an avid fan of the Amazing guitar secrets programs; I’ve always enjoyed and been able to use the tips and advice from Dan Denley—I would absolutely LOVE to receive the Martin that will be given away, and I believe it is another wonderful way for the Amazing Guitar Secrets program to attract budding musicians—Good Luck for the future!—sincerely, Diane de Jongh
December 7th, 2007 at 7:04 pm
I would like to win this Martin DGT16 to replace the one I had stolen . I play guitar at Calvary Hill Baptist Church in Lyman SC. And a few months ago someone broke into the church and stole all the guitars and the one I had was a Martin DX1R. I currently have a Breeedlove AC20R. But it just isnt the same as playing A MArtin. As for Amazing Guitar secrets They have helped me become a better player.
Thanks
Kevin
December 7th, 2007 at 7:05 pm
I believe that Acoustic Guitar secrets is an excellent course, and will benefit me alot. Just being a new guitarist, I want to learn a lot, and need help, this will help me greatly. I have incredible writing skills, in lyrics and poems, if I could learn how to play guitar better, I would be able to place music with my lyrics, and make my writing come to life more. I believe that playing an instrument brings people together. Can’t beat playing a nice christmas tune, on your guitar on christmas eve, or even christmas day. This program will benefit me in so many ways, I can’t even explain! Being a young highschool kid, I want to learn something that I can carry with me for the rest of my life, and of course make my parents proud.
I have been looking for awhile on a program to help me and I haven’t been able to find anything very useful, but now I have and am very excited! I will finally be able to play, and be proud of myself of my accomplishments!
December 7th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
The course is SOOOoo great. My old acoustic is
so hard to fret and holds me back so much.
The new Martin would be a pray answered.
Gene Partin
fsugene68@aol.com
December 7th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
I am excited because I want to be able to play the guitar better than I do and it has been very hard to learn so far. ..it has been very hard to learn to play, and every time I try to find a teacher, I find myself embroiled in so much theory, and it helps me in many ways, but not to actually play my guitar. I would like to feel more confident when I get up at those open mikes…right now I always feel very nervous because my guitar playing lags behind my singing and songwriting ability.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
I’ve been trying to self teach guitar for a while now, and have worked my way through as many free help sites as possible (including this one and the lessons page of ultimate-guitar.com). However, I have unfortunately not progressed as well as I think I could have in the time I have been playing due to my lack of a structured course. My best friend, on the other hand, has A) been playing longer than I and B) could afford a tutor and therefore is a lot better than me, but more importantly has more money. He is very serious about his guitars and has an Ibanez RG and a Fender Tele among others. Therefore I feel that by selling this guitar to him (werer I to win it) I could A)ensure that it goes to a good home with someone appreciative of it and who would get good use from it and B)have enough money to buy the various products available here on AmazingGuitarSecrets.com so that I can progress with a structured course to become the guitarist that I aspire to be.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:07 pm
Im excited about the Acoustic Guitar Secret course because the course will break down barriers within my own songwriting. Learning more about guitar theory, chord progressions and styles within strumming and picking will help me to understand the guitar better so that I am not afraid to put songs together on guitar. I come up with songs daily, this course will benefit my ability to know what chords to put with the melodies I write.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:10 pm
i started to play my guitar a few years back, and i was not very good. so i started to look around on the net and i found this website.
i am exited about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets because i think it will help me become a better guitarist and if i keep practising and taking tips from dan, then it will give me a better chance to become a really good guitarist, and i will be able to make people happy by playing my guitar. if it wasnt for dan denley i would still be in the dumps on playing my guitar
December 7th, 2007 at 7:14 pm
I only wish I had discovered this resource 15 years ago. These insights unlock a door that many people never enter into and that is the pure joy of playing an instrument from your heart. How can you do that without the right tutoring. This course gives you the keys to unlocking the doors that I couldn’t open in my teenage years but now am terribly excited to do so and it’s a course that I can pass on to my two young sons as they grow up. It’s one of the best investments I can make, to pass on these keys to my own kids. What a gift that is as music outlasts us all. Thanks Dan. Terrific stuff. Kiearn (Ireland)
December 7th, 2007 at 7:15 pm
I wish I was able to order all your stuff. I’ve ordered in the past, but since I have retired I stay permenatly broke.
It’s great stuff, have a GREAT Holiday.
Thanks
John Plichta Sr.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:15 pm
I make the rounds of playing for elderly people in homes and assisted facilities as well as some plays in grammer schools in my area.
All I know is that this guitar would be a great asset to the people that I play for who really appreciate good quality music and good clean fun.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:16 pm
Dan has helped me become quite a guitarist. I picked up my first guitar less than a year ago and have come a long way in a short time. I just bought a 97 USA Strat TX special, and REALLY need an acoustic of the same level. Playing guitar started out as a hobby and developed into a lifestyle. Amazing Guitar can accomadate and teach a guitarist of any level, unless your initials are EVH or SRV.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:18 pm
I am excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets because ever since i was young, about 3 or 4, i’ve been teaching myself guitar. I’ve never been good. I’ve never even had my own guitar yet. I’ve just been wanting to have my ouwn guitar for a long time. Now that I have discovered amazing guitar secrets, I can really reach my goals, to be a better guitar player. I’ve been trying to learn off the free lessons and I see improvement in my playing. I’m really hesitant to buy the course because i’m saving up for a guitar i can call my own. If i were to win this guitar, I’m pretty sure i would buy amazing guitar secrets. This would help me get better and also have me playing on a beautiful guitar. I know amazing guitar secrets will benefit me because their free lessons have already taught me so much. Amazing guitar secrets will benefit me so then I can finally play along with my schools acoustic guitar club. Before i would sit there and try to learn from other people. Now with amazing guitar secrets, I believe that I will benefit so much that people will start coming to me for help.
Thanks Amazing Guitar Secrets
December 7th, 2007 at 7:22 pm
Hi Dan
I would like to have the martin guitar i have a ovation and it’s nice but the sound of a martin guitar you just can’t compare the two guitars. anyway i hope to win it. the guitar would make a great christmas gift…
thanks Dave Welsh
December 7th, 2007 at 7:26 pm
For me it’s simple, I’m enjoying the Lead guitar Secrets course so much, I’m starting to rock. This course will help redress the balance so I can start to play chilled out stuff. There is much more opportunity to entertain at home with this type of playing. From beautifull ballads to sublime chord structures, can’t wait.
S
December 7th, 2007 at 7:28 pm
I’ve been playing in bands (bass, keys and guitar) since 1961. Now my time and my music is almost up and its time to get rid of all my electrics. I’ve always though I’d like to continue playing and singing for myself, to the gradkids, birds and crickets mainly, I guess, but for that dream, I need to get myself a decent acoustic. Martin has always been THE acoustic guitar I’d love to own, but times haven’t worked the way I thought they should. This excellent contest is the only way I’m ever going to get one. Of course, I know that playing acoustic is rather different to playing my other instruments, so I’m going to have to do some learning. Your acoustic guitar course is my preference - even old dogs can learn new tricks - hopefully!!
December 7th, 2007 at 7:30 pm
Wow! This would be grrrreat!
I used to play guitar, cello and piano until I was in a bad accident that left me with a pretty severe head injury. Could play anything after that. I was pretty badliy injured from head to toe, so now I live on disability and can’t afford a decent guitar on which to re-learn. I promote local musicians free of charge on a local website just to keep the music “alive” in my life.
The guitar I’m learning on is so cheap that I couldn’t even have the action lowered because the whole guitar might fall apart. At least that’s what I was told by the people at our local Guitar Store. It’s really hard to play on.
I dream of playing again and playing at an open mic here in town that I go to every Wednesday. Yeah, it’s great to still have music in my life, but I’d sure like to be playing some instead of just listening.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:31 pm
I acquired Acoustic Guitar Secrets being more skeptical than sold on the product. I’m very glad I did. It has proven to be actually more of a very promising teaching aid than I ever would have imagined. I played while stationed in the military back in the early seventies, but never any formal training. Now I have an impaired eight year old daughter and when I take it out to play, her eyes light up with a smile from ear to ear. She loves the guitar so much, we bought her a smaller version for her to play (its basically beating the strings, but I still love her trying. So you see if I become a better player, its because this course allowed me to connect with my daughter in a way that causes me to get teary eyed at seeing her enjoy what I have learned to do. Because of this I thank you!
December 7th, 2007 at 7:31 pm
I love to play the guitar. I love this course and you have done a good job getting the word out. I love the sound that the Martin has. It is what got me to learn the guitar. With a musical background,it was not as hard as I thought it would be,but with this course,it is much easier. To have a Martin would be a dream come true. My wife has told me I play well, but she has not heard me on a Martin! Bringing joy to her as she goes through the Cancer healing process would just bring a real warm spot to my heart. Keep up the good work. You are a gem among plenty of rocks!
December 7th, 2007 at 7:34 pm
I have been logged on to this sight for a few months and i have learned alot about how to practice and what i should be doing. I am looking forward to the acoustic guitar secrets. so I can learn to play my acoustic guitar and have others when they hear me say its this song or that one. I am 52 years old and this old dog is trying to learn some new tricks.
thanks Dan you make it look so easy …I have tried other courses and from all the others I have gotten very little if any direction but from the way you said this will be I think I can learn alot. I already learned from you again thanks DAN
December 7th, 2007 at 7:34 pm
I taught myself to play guitar when I was 14 years old because I wanted to be able to accompany myself when I sang, and the piano was a little hard to get on the bus. I have been writing songs, singing and playing since. Last Christmas I gave my acoustic guitar to my daughter because she said she wanted to learn to play. I love your course because I have never had a guitar lession, and this is a much better way than trying to find a teacher that wants a student that has been playing as long as I have… on December 18, I will be 49. Even if someone has a better story, I want to thank you for all that you have done to help people learn to make music… that is very Cool!
December 7th, 2007 at 7:41 pm
wow it would help me lean and play better for other people that are sick and can not get out.music help people relax and feel better about them self
December 7th, 2007 at 7:43 pm
I am excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets it easier to learn to play guitar. I would like to teach my daughter guitar from what I learned from the course, but I don’t have a guitar for her. So we shair the guitar. My daughter has learned a lot from what I showed her.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:43 pm
Hey Dan,
I purchased your Amazing Guitar Secrets course over a year ago and it has helped me take my playing to new heights. Based on that, and the fact that I play mostly acoustic, I’m sure your new course (along with that beautiful D16GT) can help me “bring the house down”.
I only ask, that if I win, you autograph the guitar. When people who don’t know you come up and ask, “Who’s Dan Denley?”, I’ll give you your due props and send them to your website.
Cheers & Happy Holidays!
Mike
December 7th, 2007 at 7:46 pm
I am 57 years old and have always loved the guitar. I am not the player I want to be (yet), but with your help I am sure I can improve to the point where I can entertain friends and family, and just have a lot of fun. I learned alot from your prior lessons on my electric guitar, but when I tried a “power slide” I knew instantly (and painfully) that I better switch to acoustic.
December 7th, 2007 at 7:54 pm
I suffer from the condition that frustrates most people that pick up the guitar. I want to learn it, but somehow I never seem to progress past learning the mechanics. Some people just seem to have that thing called talent that propels them past the mechanics, into making music. Thus far, I just make noise. Its like basketball, you can learn the mechanics of shooting the ball, and you can run windsprints and practice passing skills and how to dribble the ball, but until it becomes fun, you don’t have game. I believe Amazing Guitar Secrets will help me get past mechanical strumming and pentantic scales by making it fun to be PLAYing on the guitar. By making it fun Amazing Guitar Secrets turns it into a game and I’m learning like a child again.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:00 pm
I Can’t wait till Acoustic Guitar Solutions, because I really want to improve my guitar playing. I’ve been playing guitar for two years. My guitar teacher is amazing, si I hope to be as good as home. I already entertain friends and family playing guitar, but I am currently playing a crappy Burswood JW-41F(Which isn’t that good). So I really need a new acoustic, and would really appreciate that Martin.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:01 pm
Dan,
The acoustic guitar is one of the most intimate and beautiful interfaces of humans and music on our planet. From past experience, I know that you will provide a perfect communion between this cherished instrument and those of us that love it. Thank you!
December 7th, 2007 at 8:04 pm
I believe that the Accoustic Guitar secrets would help me get past the mechanical redundancy I have developed. I hear the music in my head, but it comes out forced and without meaning.
I am hoping to learn how to break away from the habits I have formed so I can play.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:05 pm
I have a old Kay arch top hollow body that I got from my Dad abotu 40 years ago. I was browsing the net and found my guitar to be made in the fifties , so shes pretty old . I am self taught . One Gent showed me how to play House of the Rising Sun about 30 years around and learned what little I do know Myself since , Untill I went on pension 7 years ago . With plenty of time on my hands and reasonably healthy I struggle to play my old Kay guitar . Browsing the net oh about a few months ago I found this great learning site @ Amazing Guitar Secrets and have picced up a few new songs and some more know how whitch I can’t tell you how much I apreciate passing my time learning at Guitar Secrets and so humbly Thank Mr. Dan Denly . Being on pension I just have my old Kay .From what I see on site I can only imagine what the full course would be like , A Truly God Send in excitment learning and playing . Once again I Thank You ” Dan ”
Gary . aka . Zryder
December 7th, 2007 at 8:10 pm
I have always wanted to own a Martin Guitar for as long as I can remember. I go into guitar stores just to look at guitars, especially the Martins just to, Ahhhh, dream.
Anyway, I have already purchased ‘The Amazing Guitar Secretes’ course and if the ‘Acoustic Guitar Secretes’ course is near as good then it will be a great compliment to the T.A.G.S
I have read the other replies and they all seem to have unselfish reasons for wanting to own such a fine Guitar, I’m afraid my motives are not so noble, I would just love to own the finest most brilliant most fantastic guitar ever made.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:11 pm
Playing acoustic guitar for many years, I have always come back to the fact that there is always more to learn. As my musical tastes expand, so too is the desire and need to become more technically and harmonically proficient. I am looking forward to the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course to help take me to that next level. Thanks
December 7th, 2007 at 8:16 pm
Blues is a form of music that seems to go right through me whether listening or playing. I purchased your blues primer dvd and book last year. While I do own a Takamine acoustic with built in pick up, I have never owned a Martin guitar; while a few friends over the years have let me play and admire theirs. Acquiring a Martin acoustic guitar has been a major goal for quite sometime; and I just have not quite been able to afford it. In addition to blues, I have always been a huge Neil Young fan; and I have learned a lot of finger picking and hammer on stylings playing this kind of music over the years, but have never owned a great acoustic guitar.
I turned 55 this summer, or hit the speed limit you might say; and if I could enjoy a Martin like this one; and then (quite a few years down the road hopefully) pass it on to my daughter who plays guitar, that would mean more than I can put into words. Dan I have really appreciated the guitar lessons and information that you have generously shared with us over the net; and thanks for this opportunity to throw in my raffle ticket.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:16 pm
I’m Mentally Challenged, people keeps telling me that i can’t do it but i know i can, so, I found this site, I’m gonna try this out. I’ve been havin my guitar for about 7 years now. it looks like it’s gonna help me out. I’ve learn how to put strings & tune it so far, thankyou for this site!
December 7th, 2007 at 8:18 pm
I have been playing harmonica , sax, and singing with bands forever. A year ago I took up an interest in guitar and have been slowly teaching myself. Dan’s approach seems very logical and complete. Plus his videos are clear, well focused, complete, and friendly. I commend him on all of his hard work. I wish I could afford a nice Martin like that one……
December 7th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
I Would like to win the Martin guitar because as an ex alcoholic I spend the time I would have spent in the bars writing songs and practicing on guitar. I know from experience that a quality instrument is easier to learn on,and easier to play in general. Someday I hope to play well enough to actually play the songs I have written that praise the awesome God who saved me from an early grave and the lifestyle I once had. I would like to play worship music and tell the world you don’t have to just live with your addictions and that God is still alive and on the throne. Keith
December 7th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
I want to learn more and different styles for the acoustic guitar. I am hoping to be lucky enough to get one of the first 1000.
Iruka Tatakai
December 7th, 2007 at 8:22 pm
Hi,from the good old state of Maine, and from an old-man, I’m 75-not that it matters, but I have to vent my feelings, about Dan’s excelent presentation , and knowledge, that he disperses to people like myself in his lessons, and e-mails.I’m teaching myself, for about two years now, I play an acoustic, and I’m a picker, I have about 10 or 12 pieces, I can play, I like the older songs e;Red River Valley,Wildwood Flower,Darling Clementine, you get the idea lol, well anyway I’m playing (or learning) on a JC Penney $100,00 guitar,mostly for therapy,makes me wonder how it would sound on a really nice guitar, but, regardless who wins , good luck to all.Oh, and Dan,I know from what I have learned from your lessons, guitar-secrets will be a great sucess-Bob Gray aka rufus29.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:23 pm
Learning is a positive happiness. Learning through your course, is an easier way, to make ourself happy. The end result is an accomplishment that will put a smile on our face. Your course is complete and we can learn more than we ask for. I plan to improve all aspects of playing the guitar. Dan, Thanks for sharing, your gift of teaching how to play the guitar, using the easiest way to get positive results.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:24 pm
I’m not exactly sure how to put this, as far as why I think I deserve the guitar. My father was an avid guitar player, and tried to teach me to play, but I never was really intersted. I joined the Army, and when deployed on an 18 month tour in Baghdad, I decided to pick up a guitar and learn to play. I am beyond excited and can’t wait for the guitar secrets, because, unfortunately, my father had cancer, and in his last days with us, he expressed how proud of me he was, for doing what I did in my life, and for finaly picking up a guitar and playing, and all he wanted for me was to strive to be the best player that I could. I feel that with the Acoustic Guitar Secrets, I could be that better player, for myself, and for my father.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:28 pm
I am 50 years old and after marriage, children, divorce and single parenting I am picking up the guitar again for the first time since college. The pleasure it gives me to create these beautiful sounds is indescribable. Dan’s videos are patient and encouraging and allow me to learn at my own pace. Even though it is hard work, learning new techniques, when it finally flows it’s magic.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:37 pm
thank you for the chance to wim the martin guitar i am dissabled so i spend my time with my guitar watching ur videos or any i can find to help teach myself sao far has been very rewarding love the blues rifs u have shown me have gotten quite a few tunes under my belt now i play an ovation elec accoustic i can imagine how a martin sounds have only seen one could never afford to buy one so having all the time in the world to play would be great great to play such a nice guitar ty again for such good advice and lessons
December 7th, 2007 at 8:42 pm
Hi Dan, I have been toying with a few guitar courses. Though they are good, I was not a happy camper. They just did not make it happen for me. After a while I discovered the Amazing guitar, Blues primer, and lead guitar course, and struck pay dirt. Your courses did unlock a world of info for me and now with your new course on acoustic guitar, I’m sure that I will not be disappointed.
I worked very hard all my life and really do not know what’s the difference between a Martin or any other fairly decent guitar, but I’m sure that it would become an heirloom in my family and my grandson will appreciate playing it after he sees his grandpa rock. Thank you for the effort you invested in putting your courses together, believe me they are simply fantastic.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:44 pm
ifa i wina thisa guitar iam gona play real nicea
thanks dan for all your help
December 7th, 2007 at 8:45 pm
My seeing-eye dog was run over and my house burned down. I was mugged delivering food to the needy (which I do for my church)and my wife has recently miscarried for the thirteenth time.
I was so excited to see this, that when I jumped up to write why I think I should get the Martin guitar, I tripped and broke my ankle in five places (the cast will be on till next Xmas), but as soon as I left the hospital, I went straight to my computer! My son, who is terminally ill with a rare form of leukemia, would love for me to get this guitar.
What do you say, Dan?
December 7th, 2007 at 8:49 pm
I’m extremely excited about the Acoustic Secrets, and especially for a chance to win such a beautiful guitar. I’ve only really played on an electric guitar, and decided to get into acoustics within the last month. I have not yet bought an acoustic guitar, so of course winning this Martin would be absolutely amazing. Not being that well versed in the acoustic guitar, the course would probably help me loads and put me on a quick track to getting where I want to be. Thanks for the chance, Dan.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:50 pm
I am 59 years old and have recently discovered the wonder of making music. Maybe not the greatest music in the world but music none the less. At this stage in my life my desire to express myself in a pure form of clear music which can be recognized for its tonal quality and expresses itself in a way that others can reconize is my gold. To that end I have studied numerous on line sources and programs with the aim of equiping me with the skill necessary to complete my dream before I die. I constantly search the internet for sources in inspiration and knowledge… and well, Amazing Guitar Secrets has provide me with inspiration in my pursuit of prefection. The videos and comentary are wonderful and inspire me to be the musician I have always wanted to be but just am getting to the point were I can seriously try.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:51 pm
I’ll have to be honest. I didn’t really watch a lot of Dan’s videos. But the majority I have watched when I started 8 months ago has really taken me far. When approaching scales for the first time Dan really nailed it in the head and how the scales made up chords and how they are made. Really helpful. I believe people should be excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets because it’ll put them ahead of the game, Dan’s way of teaching is crisp and clear, you won’t ever get loss. People will really benefit from this. Dan’s approach makes the guitar a fun instrument again, unlike others who give boring teachings that just make you wanna quit. With Acoustic Guitar Secrets, it’s probably guaranteed that you will have fun and learn songs you love or make your own. I mean that’s what the guitar is all about right? I feel the Acoustic Guitar Secrets will help everyone of all levels take that next step and become the guitar player they always dreamed about!
December 7th, 2007 at 8:53 pm
What a great way to promote a GREAT Product !
December 7th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
I am very excited about acoustic guitar secrets because I feel that there are way too many people out there who play the electric guitar that cant even begin to play an acoustic. To me this is the real guitar, sure its harder to play, but well worth it. In watching a few of your previews it looks like you know what your doing and the few song samples are awsome! If I only learn to play the songs of your course I will probably die a happy man. I will benefit from the course greatly because I have no desire to play other than acoustic guitar and this is what I am looking for. As an aside my son has been playing guitar 7 years to my 2 and I bought him a Martin a few years back but he never allows me to play it because I am “not good enough” what gratitude. What better way to show him up with a Martin of my own-playing some of the awsome songs I will learn from your course!
December 7th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
Dan, I have been following yours courses w/ great zeal. They have helped (significantly)sp?! I have spent enough time in the local music stores, drooling over the Great instruments, to know that a fine instrument plays very differntly than one of lesser quality. To be sure, one who plays well will play well on anything, and likewise some who knows nothing will still know nothing on a fine instrument. I would love to have this Martin, w/ your autograph… I know that sounds really Brown nosey, but but you have had a lot to put up with from a difficult student. Even if you haven’t heard the grief, the tv playing your DVD has; not at you but how you make it all look so easy! And as I get through each stage, then it starts to feel easy. Thanks for sharing all your talents w/ me and the thousands of other students that look to you for guidance and advice. I don’t know what determines “deserving” such a prize Guitar; I probably don’t. And there are probably Many in far greater need, I will Just say thank you again.
December 7th, 2007 at 8:58 pm
AGS, BGS, LGS and now the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course! I’ll be ordering the latest course as I have the first three. I won the Strat earlier this year and don’t want to be considered for the Martin as my wife bought me a D28 for my birthday in 1981. However, I do want to tell everyone that these courses are the real deal and have completely transformed my playing and made me an amazing guitarist. No, it doesn’t sound humble to say that but the spirit that I say it in is from Dan as he is the guy who made it possible. I hope that the winner of the guitar will be as happy as I was when I won the Strat and I hope he/she passes on what was given. I’ll be playing a concert next friday for Christmas and will be using the Strat, of course! Peace and good luck to all!
December 7th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
Dear Dan,
I’m one of your best fans. I started playing three years ago, and I wasn’t quite sure why. The only formal instruction I’ve had is from all of your Amazing Guitar Secrets courses. I’ve come a long way in the last three years and I have you to thank for it. When I saw the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course, I said to my wife that this is exactly what I’ve been looking for. At the moment, I have a Ibanez acoustic (cheap). It sounds okay, but I know what a top of the line Martin sounds like and how it plays. Wow! I do have an ulterior motive…I want to get good enough to play with the church praise band. It’s a lofty goal, but we’ll see what happens. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Paul VanDyke
December 7th, 2007 at 9:01 pm
From a family of musicians, learning guitar was basically expected. I’ve had the benefit of tutorials from several siblings and a very patient Mother beginning at youth.
Through no lack of love for the arts, I just could not master even the most basic steps.
That is until I ran across Dan’s Amazing Guitar Secret’s.
The biggest factor being Dan’s ability to remain as actively involved in a one on one basis if needed to bring even the most stubborn students along. I’m living proof. The self paced lessons are priceless.
Dan’s promise of leaving no one behind is one he takes very seriously. If you want to learn to play the guitar even if,or especially if you’ve had trouble learning in the past. Then Dan and The Amazing Guitar Secrets is the only help you need to begin flying on the fret board. Two of my siblings have played for many years. After witnessing my new found abilities, having tried to teach me for so long without success, have decided to try Dan’s site. Both have found you can teach old dog’s new tricks.
Thank’s Dan for breaching a wall others couldn’t scale.
If Mama could only see me now. Tom Hoselton
December 7th, 2007 at 9:09 pm
Im a 16 year old kid that lives off the sound of a guitar (I know a little sappy but its true). My father bought me my firstact guitar when i was 8 and i have never stopped playing since. Over the years i have been actually trying to find an online course and i always wanted to learn the blues well i couldnt find one tll i came across dan’s it worked wonders im hoping to play at my sister’s wedding soon and maybe for my school on christmas. I have an electric but i have never enjoyed the sound of it i just like the way an acoustic sounds. Now im not gonna sit here and try to get you to feel sorry or anything like that because i beleive that if you tell the truth and show your heart maybe things will happen for you, you know. I dont just use the comment box just to get things but to show how dan helped me become somthing i have wanted to be for years. I want more people to pick up a guitar and jam to your favorite song with an electric or acoustic and just have fun….
Okay now on answering the question i should have answered already but i was just sayin thanks..Okay reasons why i think that this will help me, is one it wont just help me but it will help many other people to learn acoustic and hopefully stick with it. It will help me learn more cords and just have fun when i play. The Martin is a guitar that i looked at before but i cant offord things like that so i thought i would take a shot at maybe winning.. That guitar in the picture is awsome the look of it is so rad. I can picture myself now playin on stage with it haha.. Dan i know you have alot of comments to go through but i be mine will be the longest haha.. I just wanted to show you that its not just that its a free guitar its somthing that means alot to even be thought of getting such a guitar. To the best of luck to everyone else and who ever wins..Please take care of it well cuz even guitars need love..Take care Dan and lookin forward to seeing who wins and seein knew guitar secrets..Catch you all on the flip side..KEEP JAMMIN!!
SHANDY
December 7th, 2007 at 9:13 pm
I would like to have your course for me and my oldest grand child to use. I am an indigent vet and to be truthful if I could win your course, thats the only way I could get it right now.
December 7th, 2007 at 9:19 pm
Dan, I have been receiving emails and brief lessons from your mails…..They are absolutely amazing….I am on a quest to learn the guitar and I am convinced that I will find fullfilment in it….If this course is anything like your brief lessons I know I will receive an impartation beyond my wildest dreams….I am looking forward to this course because I’ve been trying to learn guitar for a number of years now….It was only since I connected with your webste and started receivinbg your emails that I beagn to really grasp this thing….You are not only a guitarist but you have the grace and gifting to impart knowledge..I am looking forward with eager anticipation, to receive my copy and take my playing of acoustic guitar to the next level…I am ready Dan bring it on!
December 7th, 2007 at 9:24 pm
I have been playing guitar 20+ years but think I could further advance with insruction about scales and keys. Even though I have developed my own playing style there always seems to be “something else” to learn while watching others play.
December 7th, 2007 at 9:24 pm
Dan,I must say that what you do, and how you share your knowledge is a gift I can never repay! Thank You! Since I found your website I have played guitar for more hours than in years, and even played and sang “Simple Man” for my son at his high school graduation. Now I`m learning Pentatonic Scales, how chords are made, all the theory I never thought I would learn! With this D16GT Martin, and the Accoustic Guitar Secrets Course, there would be no limit to how far I could go!! You`ve made a believer out of me, and learning and practicing are fun again!! Thank You!!!
December 7th, 2007 at 9:27 pm
I am so excited about your course “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” I believe that this course will help me through my guitar career. I will become a much more mature guitarist and be able to do heaps more with my guitar playing. I love your e-mails and free videos, they have really helped me with my playing. I am now a much better soloist because of “Soloing with Pentatonic Scales” and have memorised all the movable patterns and their notes. I would love to own a Martin because the only Acoustic I have now is a crappy old Nilon string guitar that my mums frined found me in the Dumpster. It only needed new tuning heads but it is really old and crappy. Keep sending me e-mails and other things related to your course. You have been a great role-model for me!
Thankyou Dan
December 7th, 2007 at 9:58 pm
I’m worried, very worried Dan, you need help! You sell your fantastic product for too little and then have scratch and dent sales and special deals just because some packages got a little messed up; hey, we need you to stay in business. Now you think you have to give away a Martin guitar!!! There are cheapy import “guitars” you can get for nothing to give away. Everyone will come up with some really important reason or praises for your stuff so they can get your guitar for free BUT you need to keep that guitar so you don’t spend more of your small “profits” to replace it… are you really that crazy? If I win keep your guitar, we have three. Actually, my wife has, I am just trying to figure out how to catch up with her but I’m afraid of messing up her “babies”. You are amazing and have so much “give” us but I worry about you not being able to be there for those who could still discover you ‘cept for the fact that you gave it all away.
Cheers Dan! Yoiks and away!
December 7th, 2007 at 10:01 pm
Dear Dan, I hope you’ll forgive me when I tell you that I’m currently in a bad financial situation and can’t afford to purchase your great course right now. I just had my 3rd back surgery and the wife and I are struggling to get by. Am I still able to enter the contest to win that sweet guitar ? Peace Love and good will, John.
December 7th, 2007 at 10:10 pm
I have wanted to learn to play guitar since i was a teenager. Due to circumstances ( War, wandering years overseas etc…), I went on without ever realizing this wish. For the past 3 years, I have found time and looked for the complete, effective method to learn it. Your method seems to be the right one. As far as being a beginner, why not try for the stars and get the best of everything? Entering the contest for a guitar is something I have never done. Might as well shoot for it?
Best,
Vinh
December 7th, 2007 at 10:23 pm
G’day Dan, Here I was thinking that your Amazing Guitar Secrets course was as good as it gets but from what I have seen in the exceptional video extracts from your upcoming Acoustic Guitar Secrets Course, I suspect that I am wrong. Through your courses and your various sites, I have learnt more about my guitar than I could have imagined after only 12 months of playing and now your Acoustic Secrets hints have me playing a fair rendition of ‘Pulled Pork Plate” using a simple fingerpicking technique that I thought would be beyond my capabilities not long ago. I am keenly awaiting the release of the full package to enable me to specifically develop my all-round knowledge, playing styles and handling skills on the acoustic guitar, my instrument of choice.
Best regards,
ps… who was it who said I would get bored in retirement.
December 7th, 2007 at 10:36 pm
As much as I’ve tried to convince myself that I’m destined to be the next Eric Clapton or Brian Setzer, the truth is I work for a living and just want to come home in the evening, open a beer and noodle around on an old six string.
That’s where the new acoustic lesson package comes in. It’s perfect for where I’m headed. Which is a warm solid relationship with the guitar with no rock star sugarplums floating in my head. heh heh
As for the Martin, well, hmmmmmm…..I do go to bluegrass jam sessions from time to time. I’m a strummer, not a picker y’see. My Epi isn’t really “voiced” for playing with these folks, but a Martin certainly is. So there ya go.
December 7th, 2007 at 10:52 pm
I hope acoustic guitar secrets will be yet another tool from Dan Denlay to help me evolve to the one thing that music brings to world. Harmonious resounous that penetrates our bodies and souls that the heart can truly feel alive. Thru these secrets we can only hope to bring the one smile that will pass on through out the world. Help me in my quest to find that one resounding smile that this world needs. I will find that smile!!!!
December 7th, 2007 at 11:02 pm
Hey. I amazing guitar secrets is great. I love the tips that help me to become a better acoustic player. The guitar would be great. To be honest I would not keep it though. I would give it to one of the kids in my youth group at church. I know a gob of kids who could use a nice acoustic but can’t afford it. God has already blessed me with a very nice acoustic so there is no need for two. I hope I get the opportunity to bless someone! Thanks Dan.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:45 am
Simply put, while I am an accomplished player, this site offers valuable tips, refereshers and a bit of spice and keeps me from getting stale. As a result I have been able to stay out of the ruts that players can get into.
Thanks a bunch!
December 8th, 2007 at 10:48 am
I have been playing the guitar off and on for over 35 years. (more off than on) I enjoy the challange of learning new riffs and approaches than are shown. At my age (55), I find that there are almost no musical styles that I don’t enjoy playing and learning. Blues,(my favorite)rock, country or whatever. It keeps these old fingers nimble. Remember, an old dog can be taught new tricks..
December 8th, 2007 at 10:54 am
Hi Dan
Most people never get to play a guitar like a Martin, let alone own one. Playing a guitar like this would be a dream come true for me personally. I may never be a good player, but owning an instrument such as this would allow me to become as good as I can be, which is all that I could ask for.
Best wishes
Charlie
December 8th, 2007 at 10:56 am
Hi Dan,
I am excited about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets because it will help me keep my fingers and hands agile. I have rheumatoid arthritis and have found that playing the guitar helps with the pain and stiffness in my fingers. My biggest worry in life is losing my ability to play music because it brings me so much joy and provides me with a social life. Having a quality instrument that doesn’t hurt my joints when I press down will make such a big difference in my hand health. I volunteer with the arthritis society, and also with seniors. When they see that another ‘almost senior’ with arthritis still has ability and fun in life through music, it helps everyone maintain a positive outlook, even through our aches and pains.
Watching your ‘pentatonics’ vid on youtube and applying the scales when improvising brings on the ‘rock and roll’ feeling even to us ‘oldtimers’.
Thanks for your awesome teachings.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:57 am
Playing guitar is my passion however for years I struggled with my rhythm and timing. Yes, I am one of the unfortunate ones who has struggled with this until I found Dan’s web site. I’ve tried several courses prior to Dan’s amazing guitar secrets including talking to many of my friends who tried to explain it all to me in great detail however, I just didn’t get it. Recently Dan sent me an e-mail with video instructions that covered acoustic guitar srumming. I was amazed that he actually covered acoustic guitar rhythm and in a fashion that was so easy to understand. I can’t express the gratitude I feel to have actually found a course that could explain and give video demonstrating on rhythm guitar and a way of strumming that helped me considerably in a short period of time. Now, for the first time in years, I am able to play songs all the way through and my friends actually want to hear me play. I’ve always dreamt of one day being able to afford a Martin guitar but even more so than that I’ve wanted to be able to play rhythm in time, Thank You Dan! :0)
December 8th, 2007 at 11:00 am
Hi Dan,
I just had my 73rd birthday so I ordered your AGS for a present for myself. I had told an old friend I was going to learn guitar since it is something I have always wanted to do but didn’t have the time (or courage) to try.
He said no way, at your age you’ll never be able to do it. I had been looking for a program that would help show my friend how wrong he is and I remembered seeing your videos and some of your lessons.
I’ve only been playing for a short time but I am already proving my friend wrong. Thanks for the great learning plan.
If I win the Martin that will just be a bonus as I am already getting my satisfaction.
Thanks,
Ken Tucker
Sun City, Az.
December 8th, 2007 at 11:01 am
Having tried several acoustic guitar courses, I find that Dan’s is the only one that works for me. The pace of the instruction matches my “older” understanding. As a disabled Veteran, I spend a lot of time playing for other Veterans in local nursing homes and at the local VA hospital. While not a great musician, leaving a smile on those folks faces is what is really important.
Thanks for helping that process
Wayne
December 8th, 2007 at 11:14 am
I purchased a course and sent it back. I could still use the guitar. I don’t teach in some 3rd world country, or have a sick relative or a dying cat but it beats having to buy one. Besides, I figure we would be even since I have to deal with the constant emails.
PS. will it be here in time for Christmas?
December 8th, 2007 at 11:33 am
Dan, your course took me from the basement, cosy playing, to the real life playing with some pal´s and, who know´s, we can get some jobs in small clubs, in Copenhagen, later on…
Thanks… keep up the good work
Michael from Denmark
December 8th, 2007 at 11:34 am
I am considering purchasing the course as I believe it would allow me to fulfill a dream of being able to read my favorite music and with patience and hard work, become proficient enough to play those great songs.
December 8th, 2007 at 11:54 am
As a new student of your courses I’ll tell you why I’m as excited about the acoustic guitar secrets course as you are ! I have been strumming around and picking out a few leads for quite a while.( lets just say I’m over 55 )I have so many guitar courses it ain’t funny that I watched and worked on a lick or two and watched the instructor amaze even himself as what he could do. So I would try to show off just like he did on the video or DVD and get very little instruction and end up being dissapointed and frustrated at the same time. Then it was back to the old play the same old songs and whip off a little ditty I knew so well and go to a tab site and print another song out in hopes I could now play it because it was on the DVD. Then Dan sent me an email about his course and I was thinking well here we go again. Then another email with a link to a lesson and another and another. Well I really had learned something from the lessons he was giving away. I thought this is really nice getting these free lessons and my confidence was growing and Dan was looking like a very honest man who just maybe able to help this old guy play the stinking guitar at last. I had started understanding a few things who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks!! Well Dan made me an offer on his course and I accepted it and WOW ! Here’s a guy who took me by the hand in the comfort of my home and showed me what I should learn, along with why I should learn it, and what will happen when I learn it!! The exercises in the scales in the 5 positions not only have jump started my picking and understanding the fret board my fingers feel like a teenagers again. I’m pretty excited as you can see I haven’t had the pleasure of learning the guitar in a long time and Dan has given that to me .Thanks Dan and your wife for the encouraging emails also. Thats why I’m excited…..Bill Gray
December 8th, 2007 at 11:55 am
It feels like you´ve been like shown a short cut, you know, but once you´re on it, it actually don´t feel like it at all. Get what I mean?
December 8th, 2007 at 11:58 am
What I enjoy most is that the course(s) are broken into step by step lessons. Whether your a beginner or have been playing for some years I guarantee you will learn something new. Dan has the ability to play many different styles and with time and practice and patience you will be playing the same type of styles as him. I like the course because its my own pace, on my own time. Nothing like hitting rewind a million times just to make sure I understand the lesson. Winning this acoustic would mean I finally have at least one top of the line guitar in my possession. Best of luck to all those - I’m sure whoever wins will be honored and thrilled.
Jeffrey
December 8th, 2007 at 12:09 pm
Dan you’re a great teacher, not too fast, not too slow. You also go over sooo much material even in the free lessons. It would be hard not to learn from you. I think anyone could benefit from any of your lessons. I have tried just about every free lesson on the internet and I have to say that yours rank right up at the top. Thanks Dan for all the hard work that you have put into these lessons. I always look forward to e-mails from you because I know I’m going to learn something. Thanks again, and thanks for the opportunity to win a Martin, I’d never be able to afford to buy one on my income as I just draw a disability check once a month. Keep up the good work Dan and know that it is appreciated.
Terry
December 8th, 2007 at 12:17 pm
wel i hav checkd out few instructional videos of DAN nd i believehe is a great tutor… ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS wil probably contain many things which comes only frm experience u get me dont ya??? i mean THINGS DIFF FRM SCALES AND CHORDS
i play kinda fine but look at tis course as a key to boost ma playin ability man i jus cant wait to get ma hands on it!!!!!
SO ENJOY DUDEZ KEEP ON ROCKIN IN THE FREE WORLD……..
December 8th, 2007 at 12:32 pm
I am excited about the Dan’s new project, Acoustic Guitar Secrets. Dan’s material is the best, but I am an acoustic blues and bluegrass picker. Most material available, from Dan and others, has always focused on electric guitars and rock music. This course should be a great addition to my material focused on the guitar I play. Thanks Dan!
December 8th, 2007 at 12:34 pm
Dan has sincerely and methodically approached the on-line and CD learning of the guitar, to new levels. I originally started with going to the County Library and checking out “HOME SPUN” videos VHS cassettes. Now with the Internet and new videos techniques that Dan and his associates are using has opened me up to a whole new exciting approach that has re-introducing me to getting back to the basics and helping me realize that even the long time guitars can use a boost to learn new music. Dan seems to really put you in the creative side of wanting to learn new stuff, which is the best way to put your own guitar blend into your songs and music you write. Hope this helps others to reach out and see what Dan has to offer.
December 8th, 2007 at 12:35 pm
Hi,I am a intermediate player and just joined the Weekend Warriors program here in my area,Nova Scotia,Canada.I think this would be very beneficial to me as I am the front man in the band and do most of the singing and play acoustic and sing on others.I love music of most all types and I have been watching and learning what I can from your video’s that I get via email for which I thank you.I want to broaden my skills especially in fingerpicking so this course I think would definitely help me with this.
God Bless and keep on pickin!
Cheers John
P.S. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year one and all!
December 8th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
show me the martin
December 8th, 2007 at 12:37 pm
I’m a self-taught guitarist who hadn’t progressed much since the age of 15 (I’m 46 now.) Dan’s earlier course has been helpful (and quite a bargain!) and now I need to learn how to get the most out of my acoustic playing.
December 8th, 2007 at 12:46 pm
I’m 53 years old and have two teenage sons. I stopped playing for 20 years while my life took a different diretion. Last Christmas I bought a couple of inexpensive electric guitars for my sons as they expressed an interest in learning. I still had my original $50 Yamaha A classical guitar, my very first, and I started playing again. I fell in love wiht the instrument all over again. I have been examining different instructional courses for my sons and found Dan Denley’s site through a referal from Chris Standring. Unfortunately I have not been able to afford to buy any of his courses yet (I was hoping to purchase for them for this Christmas) but have been gleaning every bit of information from the free video releases for all the courses. I’ve had my son sit through them all as well to make sure the teaching style was good for him and he says, “I could really learn a lot from this course, dad.” I’ve never owned a Martin, it would be a dream come true for us to have such an instrument. That guitar, together with the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course would be a beautiful “arrangement” to have so that I could take my sons to the next level.
December 8th, 2007 at 12:48 pm
Hi Folks,
Thanks for all your amazing entries. I’m truly humbled at the response. This is going to be VERY difficult to choose three finalists.
Anway, I just wanted to say that I thought of something…
If you are one of the three winners from other contests in years past, please do NOT enter again. You can only win once.
Cheers,
Dan
December 8th, 2007 at 12:53 pm
There are many ways to learn how to play the guitar, but very few instructors like Dan, that give you a wonderfull knoledge base with which you can build your own music foundation. This acoustic cource is going to improve the quality of guitar playing throughout the world. Not to mention my own private pleasure I derive from just making music with my acoustic guitar. The benefitts are numerous, foundation is foremost, and Dan delivers the package with heart and soul, Thanks Dan….Ken
December 8th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
I live in a beautiful country named Norway. Now, on Monday, we are giving the peace Nobel-price to former vice-president of the USA. He has surely enough money to buy a Martin-guitar too, but I think he will use the price-money in another way. Frankly, we norwegians give a lot, but we also have a lot. The most of us, I am not in that cathegory, unfortunately, but I live on a small pension from the goverment together with my father at 77 years of age. I do not complain. I thank God that I have my daddy! Our best time is when we can play guitar together. He is my number 1 teacher, and he has a Sigma guitar made for the Martin Company. That is a wonderful guitar, and my wish is to get a guitar that sounds a bit like his. That is why I am trying to get that guitar you are giving away. (I can afford the sipping). God Bless!
December 8th, 2007 at 1:10 pm
Hello all. I would like to get the Martin and the way I would use it to teach other kids in the neighbor-hood that want to learn. I have mostly electrics. But I can’t afford a nice acoustic. It would be nice just to pick it up and bring it out on the porch rain or shine.(my porch is in close. I’m forty and back in school. So I don’t get very much to live on with a family and my son would get a kick out of it and maybe want to learn as well. He’s seven, my neices live above me as well and their friends come over and hear me play. But my wife doesn’t like it to much because I get to carried away with the londness.haha, So acoustic would change her tune. Well thanks for the time to read this, Merry Christmas to all,or other holiday you celebrate and hope that everything goes well to you. Have a good year as well.
December 8th, 2007 at 1:18 pm
I started to teach myself guitar just under a year ago and have mastered many styles so far but only on the electric guitar as there are many web sites for this type of guitar, I would love to play the acoustic guitar and strumming patterns seem so much better on this type of guitar, I have also tought myself to play Cavatina on the electric and would love to play it on the acoustic as I know it sounds much better on this type of guitar, I have suprised myself at my ability so far as I was 50 years old last year when I started and I have now got my son playing also, he was 12 years old this year and is now having lessons at school. I would love the Martin as it is not only a superb instrument it is my name sake. And finally Your courses are the easiest to follow on the net thank you.
December 8th, 2007 at 1:31 pm
I am looking forward to the release of Amazing guitar secrets due to the fact, I am a intermediate player of guitar. I need the help to educate myself in different strumming patterns, unique lead riffs, fingerpicking,
and blues riffs. I believe this system of education (as advertised) will help me “master” the guitar. I can’t wait for it to be sold!!!
December 8th, 2007 at 1:56 pm
I can’t wait for the release of Amazing Guitar Secrets because the courses are interesting and easy to follow no matter what your age or ability is.
I have learned so much from the Lead Guitar and the previous Amazing Guitar that I now have the confidence to teach beginners. I learned more from these courses than from a year of lessons.
Keep em coming, they are the tops.
December 8th, 2007 at 2:12 pm
Amazing Guitar Secrets that i have is very informative.
I do like this course
December 8th, 2007 at 2:21 pm
I am excited about Dan Denley’s New Accoustic Guitar Secrets because I’ve always dreamed of playing the guitar ever since I was a young girl and time and money and dysfunctional family issues have always been a problem that have forced me to focus my time on working, buying groceries ect. Finding time and money for a good guitar and lessons or even time to practice can be difficult. One thing that helps is Dan Denley’s ability to show you so many very important keys to playing. He has a way of combining theory with music playing in a fully understandable practical guide that shaves huge blocks of time off the learning curve without boring you with details that don’t have practical application. He combines video, sound, pictures, music, tabs, chords, strumming and picking patterns and styles with playing by ear key signature set ups to really get you going.
I know of no other player/teacher educator who gives away so much of what he’s learned to help others uncover their hiden and reluctant talents. He is incredibly talented and gifted in sharing his knowledge and really providing you with valuable information to propel you forward to delevop the guitar playing that you desire. He does not fill up his cd’s with information that is not valuable useful and necessary to make you the guitar player that you always dreamed of being.
Thank you Dan and God Bless you and your Team!
Stacey Abbott
Utah
December 8th, 2007 at 2:41 pm
Hey, Dan,
My 8 year old son recently asked Santa Claus for a guitar for Christmas. I do believe that “Santa” is bringing a 3/4 scale electric for him. All of your tips and lessons are going to be very helpful when I start his guitar education. This will be my first attempt at teaching so wish me luck! Hopefully I can show him some of the things you’ve given to your students.
I have an old Tak G series that I’ll use to give him lessons. But, nothing sounds like a Martin dreadnought!
thanks,
Roy
December 8th, 2007 at 2:42 pm
I am excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets because Dan Denley is a very good and thorough music teacher. I’ve been working through Amazing Guitar Secrets as a beginner for about a year now (I’m 47), and I’ve learned things I never thought I could learn from an online, self-instructional course. The videos that go along with the book lessons are very helpful, as Dan makes some of the mysteries of music simple to understand. I am finding that I really love acoustic guitar, and have been applying what I’ve learned to create my own style. I know I still have a long way to go, but through Acoustic Guitar Secrets I am confident that my guitar playing will continue to improve by leaps and bounds. I am really dying to learn fingerstyle acoustic, so an acoustic guitar specific course was the next thing I was going to be looking into. Perfect timing!!!
December 8th, 2007 at 2:44 pm
Oh, to be able to play the guitar–I mean really play, and not just strum the C, F, and G7 chords. The ones who do always seem to play so effortlessly. But I know better. I thought it was hard to get the F right, and I finally did. But I still can’t do the Barre chords. I still can’t do the finger patterns I’d like. I still can’t move between the chords the way you should. No, I’m still stuck on the basic chords, and, I hate to admit it, but that’s where I’ve been for about 25 years. So I know it’s tough to master the guitar. Don’t get me
wrong–I have fun playing and I’ve got a pretty good voice. And people even enjoy hearing me sing and play. But if I could just get to the point of really being able to play, then I could make beautiful music. I’ve heard Acoustic Guitar Secrets is a super way–it provides the road to follow and the method to stay on that road. The author, Dan Denley, is known as being the best to get people to the guitar master level. So I’m looking forward to it coming out so I can get on that road to beautiful music.
December 8th, 2007 at 2:50 pm
I am really excited about the new Acoustic Guitar secrets package because I have been struggling to play the acoustic guitar for about 3 years now and have seen all my friends sail ahead and become quite good guitarists with putting not that much effort into it, where as I have put hours and hours in. So I believe this product will give me the knowledge and fundementals to become as good as them and even better (even though thats not why I am doing this).
If this course is anything like the previous, it will be absolutly jam packed with information and thi will be presented by a skillful teacher in a very easy to understand manner.
Thankyou.
Adam
December 8th, 2007 at 3:09 pm
The Amazing Guitar Secrets program is unbeatable! It has something for everyone! From the beginner to the experienced! I would and I am reccomending Amazing Guitar Secrets toevryone I know! Thank you, Robert B.
December 8th, 2007 at 3:10 pm
Hi,
I am starting to learn how to play the guitar late in life. I started playing the guitar last year after retiring. I wanted to do something to keep my brain active. I’ve never taken music so I am learning music theory, how to read music and how to play the guitar. I’ve purchased your Amazing Guitar Secrets course, Lead Guitar course, Blues Guitar course and read all your emails. I have found all to be very beneficial. I am looking forward to your new course, Acoustic Guitar Secrets. I am retired and on a fixed income so it would be a dream come true to win the Martin guitar. I have been a fan of Martins since before I started playing. I have Martin Guitar Masterpieces (book of Martin guitars and their famous owners)lying on my coffee table.
Thanks, Terrie
December 8th, 2007 at 3:12 pm
Well i am sure from seeing the advance clips of the acoustic package that we are in for a real treat. Dan’s teaching has improved with each new project he tempts us into buying and his methodology is spot on for beginners and improvers and even for the already accomplished.
Just one wee gripe Dan…..lefty’s just have to get on and try and transpose all the data and of course the Martin is a right handed version!!!! so us lefty’s can only dream of having such a super instrument.
kind regards from Scotland.. and keep those fingers moving…guess i will be treating myself to the acoustic package and i dont even know what the damage to the bank balance is going to be until all is revealed next week !
December 8th, 2007 at 3:21 pm
I am a beginner, I have loved the Guitar sound and the dinamics it represents in music. I desided I wantd to have the experiance of making that sound myself. IM not just learning it for that but also as therapy. I am resently diognosed with MS. The guitar has given me hope for coping with it and gives me releif when I play something I can understand and enjoy. Your insturctions have made me belive that I can play. You make them in terms that are ubderstandable and esay to follow. With the restrictions of my inconvinience, I have to take lessons self taught and yours has excited me at the prospect they present to me.
Thank you for giving great meaning to the music I hear.
Michael
December 8th, 2007 at 3:38 pm
Hello Dan;
I’ve been searching for sometime, for a guitar course that goes straight to the point, teaching you the how and why to the guitar. I purchased the “Blues Guitar Secrets” ,I am pleased to say its excelent, as well as , the other materia you offer. I would like to thank you for the personal help, e-mails, suggestions, tips that you share with me. Next in mind is your ‘Acoustic Guitar course”,however I don’t own an acoustic, for this reason winning this contest will open the doors to a new experience in the world of the Guitar. The Martin sounds great in the videos. Keep up the great work and thanks again. Your friend fron Miami.Cheers; Johnny
December 8th, 2007 at 3:50 pm
Hi Dan,
I am very excited about your ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS course for many reasons. I am 47 years old and just starting to learn how to play guitar. After reviewing and trying many different courses out there, I purchased your AMAZING GUITAR SECRETS and was absolutely blown away with your ability to explain in simple language, what playing the guitar is all about. You have a unique way of making it so easy to understand and that makes guitar even more fun !
I am not a very fast learner when it comes to most things but I swear that your course and your explanations have made me progress faster than I would ever imagined. My wife was so surprised the other day when she overheard me playing my first song the other day - she could not believe it was me !
I am hooked for sure and I cannot wait to get your new course ! I would absolutely love to win the Martin acoustic guitar - there is something about acoustic guitar that rings out like no other sound. Acoustic guitar is what made me want to learn and your fantastic method of teaching is what is taking me to new levels every time I practice (and I practice 6 days a week) !
Keep up the outstanding work and please let me know when your ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS is available - I don’t want to miss out.
Happy Holidays to you and your family !
Ken Lange
Bolingbrook, Illinois
December 8th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
Hello,
My name is Shay and im 16 years old and I live in the north of Israel (where the last war took place).
So excuse me about my English.
Ive been playing my mom’s very old classic guitar for about 3 years, and your products helped me a lot.
I know the chances that ill be in the final 3 are so small but I have hope. Im excited because although im playing 3 years i never really didn’t learn to depth about the guitar and about all the scales and notes. So im sure your package will give me a lot of benefit. And if ill win ill seat every day with the guitar because iwant to learn, but i never had the option.
I hope you can understand what I wrote, and if you didnt I hope you’ll understand what I mean.
Thanks,
Shay
December 8th, 2007 at 4:20 pm
That is one beautiful guitar and I can’t wait to see who wins.
December 8th, 2007 at 4:41 pm
I am a 14 year old girl. I have loved guitars and desperately wanted to play one since I was about 8. Unfortunately, for reasons I can’t really discuss here, my father refused me a guitar.
The summer I turned 13, my mom, my two younger brothers and I left my father. We moved from a huge four bedroom house in the richest neighborhood in town to a tiny two bedroom apartment, and I had never been happier.
I had always absolutely loved visiting the local Guitar Center to drool over the beautiful acoustic guitars there. One day my mom took me there and suddenly decided that we were going to walk out with a guitar, even though neither of us had the first clue what to look for. Ever since, I have played my wonderful $200 Yamaha FG700S every single day.
But… how to learn? We didn’t have the money for steady lessons or expensive home courses. I began teaching myself from websites. There is so much stuff out there, and I still can’t tell what is good and what is crap.
However, my mom says I can get one course for Christmas this year. I have been receiving your emails now for a while, so I began to look at all the courses you offer, which I had never let myself do before. I settled on Acoustic Guitar Secrets almost immediately. I already know most basic music theory (there is a course at my school), and I just want to get out there and play! I feel like I could really soar if I could just get a solid grounding in the basics, which I don’t think I ever really got. Your course looks perfect for my needs. Thank you.
December 8th, 2007 at 4:49 pm
OH YES I am excited to say the least! For years I have been struggling with playing the guitar, with an occasional breakthrough, too far and few between! BUt I am so looking forward to Acoustic Guitar Secrets, In just the few free sessions I have received, the lights come on! With this course and that GUITAR!!!! I am ready to put years of disappointment and frustration behind, and make a valuable contribution to the wonderful world of MUSIC! Thanks all for the lessons regardless whether I win or not! Thanks Dan!
December 8th, 2007 at 4:53 pm
Well for starters I must say I have been receiving email alerts as well as instructional videos for quite some time now from this website.. I must say I am highly impressed with the quality of video, teaching and fundamentals of how certain things should be done… I have been playing for 2+ years and am at the ripe age of 19.. music is my passion I play on a Washburn acoustic and acoustic is what I love and I really feel that this course will teach me things I had no idea of and season the already wonderful information I have learned from these videos and with a guitar as fine as that Martin I really feel my level of playing would just blow my mind… anyway im really excited about this.. take care guys :)-Ryan
December 8th, 2007 at 4:56 pm
Just a few minutes ago I ordered the Blues Guitar Secrets course.
I love blues and I would love to play blues as it should be played; from our harts through our fingers to our ears. But, to learn my fingers to play, I need some help…And this help is the Blues Guitar Secrets.
I love my acoustic guitar and I would love to play it even better. I know that I want to learn new techniques and get some tips. I do not need any sort of guarantee anymore. My previous two courses (Amazing Guitar Secrets and Lead Guitar Secrets) have given me this guarantee. Now I play much better than one year ago and I enjoy playing guitar every day.
Acoustic Guitar Secrets will me learn this techniques and it brings me lot of fun and great time.
December 8th, 2007 at 5:01 pm
Amazing Guitar Secrets are just that AMAZING!
I have tried for years to learn and stay motivated to practice with little success, but your lessons and tips have helped me learn in months what I couldn’t do in years.
THANKS!
December 8th, 2007 at 5:03 pm
There is no better combination. The Acoustic Guitar Secrets, and the Martin D16GT Guitar. Excellent!
December 8th, 2007 at 5:27 pm
Dear Dan, 12/08/07
You have really gone out of your way this time. By
not only giving us the best teacher who has a way of communicating the lesson at hand, but giving a deeper insight on the subject being taught.
I’ve enjoyed and look forward to all my lessons from
you Dan,
I would really hope I could be in the running for this kick-ass Martin I will play the frets off and make my fingers bleed and my ears will flop up & down in delite from the sounds escaping the guitars large music box Oh…..the thought of it just blows my musical mind.
All I can say is you have no other more committed student,and I would relish the chance to be considered for the opportunity of being taught by you and playing the lessons on my new Martin.
Thank You,
James Wengert
December 8th, 2007 at 5:34 pm
Hi Everyone!
To me, there’s something about the sound of a solo acoustic guitar that touches my soul more than any other musical instrument…
As a former Martin owner (I had to sell my D-45 a few years ago because of some hard financial times after a divorce… but that’s another story!), I’ve discovered that there is nothing that compares to playing a Martin. I’ve played other acoustic guitars and, although some of them had wonderful sound, they just didn’t “feel” right. It was kind of like: after owning and driving a Jaguar, my Buick just isn’t the same!
[Shameless plug: yes, I'd like to win the Martin!]
I’m looking forward to Dan’s “Acoustic Guitar Secrets”, as I feel that his in-depth, multi-sensory approach to guitar instruction — kinesthetic (“hands on”), visual and auditory stimulation — is the most efficient method for helping me (or any student) learn and retain what I learn.
It’s kind of like having a guitar “teacher” who never tires from my repeated questions (”Show me again”…), and who is also there for me when I get off of work at 2:00 am and want to play my guitar.
I also own Dan’s “Amazing Guitar Secrets” program, and find it to be worth FAR more than he asks for it. So please don’t tell Dan, and let’s keep this as “our” secret!
Honestly and all kidding aside: I don’t know Dan personally, but I truly have found his “Amazing Guitar Secrets” course to be worth FAR more than it’s weight in gold, and have NO doubt that his “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” will be every bit as valuable!
Take care, and I wish you all a warm and forndly memorable Holiday season!
Kindest regards,
Jeff
December 8th, 2007 at 5:37 pm
OK ya all, now gimme your ear
I gots sometin to say that I wants ya to hear
It won’t take me long so you don’t gots to worry
The words will come fast cus I’m in a real hurry
I’d love to make music but I don’t got no axe
I hope this is right I don’t mess with the facts
From what I can see this comes from Mr. Dan
We know he knows guitar he’s really the man
Now don’t get me goin and don’t get me startin
He says there’s a chance I’d be playin his Martin
Now picture this in a few years or so
I been praticin with Dan and takin it slow
My chops got unreal, my solos are sweet
The audiance wants more they sway at my feet
I now gots a deal to sell records and such
The monies so good I’m makin so much
I’m now a big star I hang with my crew
It’s all so unreal it can happen to you
You just gotta take Mr. Denleys guitar course
Practice each day let him be your main source
You heard it from me and it ain’t no jive rappin
Get in the swing get those toes tappin
It’s sometin you need it’s sometin you can afford
To make it to the top it starts with a chord
I’m 60 years old and it’s never too late
It’s all in your mind if you wants to be great
December 8th, 2007 at 5:44 pm
My interest in the guitar came to me by way of my sons desire to be a musician.He took lessons, practiced constantly and put together a couple of bands along the way.His dream was realized when Epitaph records signed them last year. Being a self-employed cabinet maker, I became their go to guy for guitar repairs. Through reading and kit building I’ve taught myself to build solid body electrics and will soon be taking a crack at an acoustic soon. I would love to learn to play the instruments I build with the help of amazing guitar secrets. Jeff
December 8th, 2007 at 5:54 pm
I want to learn to play the guitar because the guy playing the guitar around the fire at the beach parties always gets the hottest totty, and I want to be him!!
December 8th, 2007 at 6:02 pm
Well Dan, after Looking at all these people telling you all about the good things about youcourse and making all these tributes and all the good things about martin guitars, I think you could get tthe martin people to give up a few of their guitars to give away. I agree with all the things they say about your course. because I have them.I dont believe all the things they are saying aabout their reasons for there claims to get to you for a free guitar. True Martin is a fine instrument. but so is gibson for example. If you were going to give another brand I wonder how they would react I wish them and you all the luck in the world. Now put my name on the list because I like everyone else has a lot of promblems but would still like to win a free Martin
December 8th, 2007 at 6:13 pm
This Guitar is the Perfect companion to learn with Dan Denley’s Acoustic Guitar Secrets.
From solid wood construction with the Sitka Spruce top, and the Mahogany back and sides, To the X scalloped Bracing and neck mortise, To the 1-11/16″ width at nut. To the 25.4″ Scale Length. To the Gloss finish and, Handcrafted in America in Nazareth, PA.
I need this Guitar!
“There is Nothing like a Martin”
December 8th, 2007 at 6:39 pm
The Acoustic Guitar Secrets seems to be a great way to learn guitar, ranging from the beginner to the advanced player. I love learning from Dan, he is a great teacher and guitar player. Anyone wanting to learn guitar fast and easy should buy this excellent program. I am very excited about learning new techniques to improve my guitar playing with this new system. Dan also emails you different tips of how to improve your playing, which is also very helpful. I want to give this guitar to my 14 year old son whom would benefit greatly. He has several learning disabilities and is trying to learn on a cheap acoustic guitar but won’t stay tuned and does not sound good at all. This would make a great Christmas gift to such a special child and would surly improve his guitar skills.
Thanks you so much and Merry Christmas,
Bryan Dunn
December 8th, 2007 at 6:45 pm
I sure would like to win the Martin
so I can sign up for
Amazing guitar secrets course
I have no guitar
and I’m sure your Amazing Guitar Secrets Course
is all I would need to learn to play
December 8th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
Acoustic Guitar Secrets would be great as with all the other programs i have from the guitar secrets course. Best of all i am now able to teach my nephew how has autism. He lives with as and has seen me playing the lead secret program and would like me now to teach him. Which is great because autism kids live in there own little world and for him to want to play guitar is the best thing for him. The only problem is we only have one guitar so to win another would be great we could sit together and learn together. One thing i can tell you when acoustic guitar secrets is for sale you can put me on the list to buy one. I love all the courses and so does my autism nephew Hughie. Can not wait to get it so i can keep trying to teach myself and nephew.
Thank you for this opportunity.
Phillip Holmes
December 8th, 2007 at 7:04 pm
Just what I have picked up from your sample lessons has been amazing. Thanks for dedicating yourself so whole heartedly to teaching others the great talent that you posses. Keep up the good work.
Jack Harford - Indianapolis
December 8th, 2007 at 7:12 pm
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December 8th, 2007 at 7:28 pm
I am a physically injured (retired) California Highway Patrolman who has put down the gun and picked up the Bible. I am now a Pastor of a growing church in Texas (after spending many years in Knoxville, Tennessee - so I am familiar with the beauty of your State.
It seems that preachers use 1,000’s of words to speak a sermon. Oh, but music penetrates the heart and soul of man effortlessly. I played guitar many years ago and have picked it up again.
Dan, your gift of teaching plants seeds that live on in so many of your students…even in your mistakes, you show others that you are “real.” I have learned much in a short time with your materials. It is obvious that your teaching is from the passion in your heart. You convey your love for music to all who give you eyes and ears. Keep up the good work.
If I win this guitar, it will be used in a Christian Church in worship of our Creator, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It was God who made the wood used to form it and His wisdom to man’s hands that fashioned it. His birthday celebration is coming, and so is HE. May you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May God continue to bless you in your music.
December 8th, 2007 at 7:45 pm
Acoustic Guitar Secrets. From the basics of knowing a guitar to what finger is what. What is each string to tuning them. Chords,struming,notes,scales,power chords, finger picking leads different riffs blues etc. Basicaly A-Z lessons and how to put all this all together to make music play songs. Its all there your own personal music teacher at your own pace how can you beat that.
December 8th, 2007 at 8:06 pm
Dan I recently started taking guitar lessons at the late age of 45. I have tried three different instructors and really haven’t found the one I am comfortable with. That was until about 2 months ago when I took a chance and puchased Dan Denley’s Amazing Guitar Secrets. I’m also on the look out for the new Acoustic Program coming out. Hurry Dan bring it on. To say I am obsessed would be a drastic understatement. The course is exactly what I needed. All the guidelines, to make me want to spend more time learning the great skill of playing guitar. Will I ever become a great guitar player I’m not sure but I know if I commit to this course like I’m presently doing I sure will improve my playing. I’m presently playing a Crafter TDO 36/AM which is a pretty good sounding guitar but it is obviously not a Martin. Doesn’t everyone want a Martin guitar? I’m sure they do and I’m no exception. The Martin would be going to an excellent home not only would it be played all the time. But it would also be given regular maintenance that it justly deserves.
Sincerly: Steve Green
December 8th, 2007 at 8:33 pm
Hi Everybody.
My Name is David Haycock. I would absolutly love to know Guitar Secrets. All of my life I have wanted to play the guitar. So far, I have played for a while and thanks to Dan Denley, I have gotten more and more better at it. Unfortunatly, my guitar is getting worn down and I dont have the money to buy a new one. I love to play and without it, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I have written a few songs already and working on another. I want to teach someday and let my students know what a great thing this has been for me. I want to teach everything that I have learned and someday use it for the good of others. This has really helped me and I know that it has helped others become better and better at their skills of music. I hope that we can all continue to enjoy what we are doing and love it just as much now, as we did when we first held our guitar in our hands and feeling that awesome feeling for the first time. For me, that feeling will never die and I hope that it wont die on anyone else because being a musician is one of the greatest gifts that we have ever gotten. I know that this doesnt explain much on Guitar Secrets, but it is something that I want to share with everyone that will read this. I hope that whoever gets the Martin Guitar really enjoys it and I hope that everyone will keep loving what they are doing and never let there dreams go.
Sincerely:
David Haycock
December 8th, 2007 at 8:36 pm
Dan Denley.
I just want to thank you for your time to send us these Emails and to help us get better at what we love. I hope that you get what you need and that your methods will live on forever for those down the road that love music also. Thank you so much for everything Dan. We all and Myself really appreciate you and all that you do.
Sincerely:
David Haycock
December 8th, 2007 at 8:58 pm
I want to pay it forward! What I’m trying to say is that sure I would love to have this guitar but after reading what some others have posted I can see that there are more people deserving than myself….Like the guy that posted about the church in South Carolina that had the guitars stolen or a guy that is a recovering alcoholic, etc. Well you know what I mean. Yes, I want this guitar but not for myself but to have the honor to present this guitar to someone else. I would love the opportunity to win this guitar only to give it away to someone much more deserving than myself. That would be the greatest gift to me! To pay it forward! To call one of these guys and say guess what, “I won this guitar but I felt it in my heart to give it to you”. The feeling I would feel in my heart afterwards would be priceless! A warm feeling to do something kind and and giving for someone else!
On another note, I have to admit I don’t think I’ve seen a better job on the way a course has been put together than the way Dan Denley did with the sample courses that I received in my e-mail box. I can say this because I’ve seen a lot of courses online and I think that Dan’s courses just blow everone else out of the water. I’m being honest here when I say this! and I wouldn’t lie to anyone about something like this! I think anyone who just has the desire to learn to play the acoustic guitar or wants to be a better player can benefit from this course. As soon as I can get the money together, I plan on getting this guitar course for myself.
Sincerly,
Rick Warner- fellow guitar player
December 8th, 2007 at 9:25 pm
I am looking forward to your new Acoustic Guitar Secrets course. I am going to order it right awaywhen it becaomes available. I can’t wait to play your DVD’s over and over again when ever I want to.I’m very excited on taking my playing up to the next level. A couple of years ago I took a tour at the Martin factory and found it very interesting. I’d reccomend that everybody that plays a acoustic to go to Nazareth,Pa nad take the tour it was awesome. Again can’t wait to get tour Acoustig Guitar Secrets course.
December 8th, 2007 at 9:27 pm
I am looking forward to your new Acoustic Guitar Secrets course. I am going to order it right awaywhen it becaomes available. I can’t wait to play your DVD’s over and over again when ever I want to. I’m very excited on taking my playing up to the next level. A couple of years ago I took a tour at the Martin factory and found it very interesting. I’d reccomend that everybody that plays a acoustic to go to Nazareth,Pa and take the tour it was awesome. Again can’t wait to get your Acoustic Guitar Secrets course.
December 8th, 2007 at 9:31 pm
I’ve learned more about how to really “play” my guitar from your “free stuff” that I have from the courses I have purchased over the past five years. I play at our local Senior Center every Wed night and I’ve had many comments about my recent improvement. When people ask what I’ve done to improve so much in such a short time I tell them Dan Denley taught me and refer them to the web site. I’m hoping to get your new course and form a group to learn from it. Thank you for your help and keep up the good work!
December 8th, 2007 at 9:45 pm
Dan, based on the tidbits you’ve been sending me since we’ve known each other I’m so stoked over the release of the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course I can hardly wait. This latest morsel, pulled pork condensed was phenomenal. Since we 1st started to communicate I have enroled my grandson in lessons but on his every night practice sessions we work on a little Dan stuff as he calls it. He says he gets more from it than the lessons them selves even though we have a lot of respect for his instructor. Thanks for all you do for us budding guitarists young and old.
December 8th, 2007 at 9:58 pm
If the new course is anything like the last ones, I can’t wait. My guitar paying has grown by leaps. I especially love all the support available, love that I can actually talk to real people. Thank you Dan and keep ‘em coming.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:00 pm
Guitar secrets has been awesome, because in my busy busy life, it gets hard to find the time i would like to spend playing guitar and experimenting. at 2am, after hammering out my “natural” skills, it is nice to beable to hear somebody elses brain and suggestions. With some guidance and technique, it is paying off, and who knows some day, i won’t need to have a busy busy life, becuase i’ll be doin what i love, playin music and sharing the good vibrations.
Pretty much, i can only dream. I play what i can get, and that is ok with me. I work at a music store, so i get to dabble with quality guitars (after tuning them for the boss). Winning this martin would probably be the coolest thing EVER, but i’m not going to get my hopes up, life is good, and so is the music. thanks for the help, and the possobility.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:02 pm
I have the Amazing Guitar Secrets course that I am still studying. Dan is an excellent teacher. The new Acoustic Guitar Secrets course will be the next guitar lessons instructional I will purchase.
When I was younger I wanted a really nice guitar but couldn’t afford one. If my name was picked, I would give the guitar to Carl, one of the teenagers on my youth worship team. We have two passionate guitar players who are just beginning to learn the basics of playing the guitar. The funny thing is, after playing the guitar for 20 years, I am just learning the basics from Dans lessons and passing the info on to these teens. Carl is a new member of the band who has faithfully attended practice twice a week for a month now. He is going to be our new rhythm player. He is playing an inexpensive model Ovation during practice. Every time Carl plays my Larrivee D03 it reminds me of when I was his age longing for a really nice guitar. I am 46 now and just purchased the Larrivee about three years ago. It took me 30 years to get a sweet sounding acoustic guitar. I would like to see this young man be encouraged and inspired to play even more. I really believe a nice Martin acoustic would do the trick.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:03 pm
I can not afford professional guitar lessons. I just went bankrupt. I have an old Washburn acoustic I hack away at. Someone was throwing it out…it was free and it still holds tune so here I go.
I have been trying to teach myself to play the acoustic for two years now but still cannot play without looking at tabs or having the track playing. I never understood all the gobbly-goop surrounding music theory…octives, steps, weird sounding scales, learning to read ants on small lines carrying flags? Crazy!
Dan’s teaser videos stand out right away as something anyone can do and understand BECAUSE HE TAKES THE TIME TO EXPLAIN IT and SHOW you slowly enough that you can see, hear, and comprehend what it is that needs to be done. I almost bought the Blues course because it had a lot of acoustic guitar in it, but then I heard about the new Acoustic only course and decided that this is what I have been waiting for. Soon as I save up some money, I’m purchasing it…I can’t wait to start really playing and understanding what I’m doing.
Often it is not the material that is wrong, it is that the person presenting it does not know how to teach. Dan is an excellent teacher!
December 8th, 2007 at 10:08 pm
I would love to have a Martin to add to my axe room . And would play it with my church praise and worship group , and the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course will come in handy to sharpen my playing skills.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:11 pm
i have been learning to play on this nylon string guitar which is ok for learning on but i really want a martin steal string to play on at church instead off borrowing someone else’s all the time, it is my dream to get a steal string as i cant afford one, and if i win this martin one it would be a dream come true, i would over the moon.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:12 pm
and i have been playing some off Dan’s stuff but it doesnt sound very nice on the nylon strings, so yeah.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:16 pm
the Amazing Guitar Secrets course is an excellent self motivating course that established independence pacing. Instead of feeling left behind in classes, you start and developed these great techniques at your own pace with excellent guildness from the video instructor. This course is perfectly put together and without you even realizing how good you are getting naturally, you begin to grow as a guitar player and better yourself as a musician with endless flowing ideals of communicating musically.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:20 pm
I’m exited about acoustic guitar secret because for a long very long time already i wanted to be a good musician and my mother always discourages me sayin i can never become one and she always said that girl shouldn’t play guitar in the first place but i want to prove to her that i can do it if i work hard and put all my effort into it i can achieve my dream. I have self taught myself for almost 4 month already and it not really going anywhere at the moment so i think that the acoustic guitar secret can make get me to play the guitar better.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:24 pm
I have only been playing guitar for about a year and must say that I felt like I was missing out when all my friends could bring out the acoustic at new year and play various tunes.
Having purchased your original guitarsecrets package I can say how surprised I was with the professionalism of the way it was constructed and all the great features from rhythm, scales and jam tracks. It is also a lot more accessible than many other guitar learning programs which I put down to the fact that your presentation and communication methods are spot on!
I dont play acoustic much as I have always found electric easier to pick up and play, but I am eagerly anticipating this latest addition to the guitar secrets range and hopefully it should server me as well as the previous version did!
Keep up the good work!
December 8th, 2007 at 10:38 pm
This would be such a treat to play on on a daily basis. Unfortunately, not one that I can afford in the near future.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:45 pm
M usic makes masses mingle,
A llows all an antidote,
R ids racial ridicule,
T akes teamwork
I nvites individual influence
N eeds novice nuance.
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To pass the time away today, I play.
In hope that some will listen and stay.
That their troubles and their trials will melt away.
And they can have a song to sing as they go along their way.
Letting others hear the simple tune that brightened up their day.
And others will meet others, and others still far away
Where songs will rise with hope and work will turn to play
That folks would be a little kinder in every possible way.
To turn all hearts to love and to protect us from a fray.
For this world to know true harmony and to keep dischord at bay.
To pass the time away today,…..I play.
December 8th, 2007 at 10:48 pm
So far I’ve purchased Dan’s Blues Secrets and Lead Secrets. Dan is simply The Best! I learned more in one day from his lessons than I have from any other instructor.
I’m an old player, 71 to be exact. I play some with friends here in Auburn, Alabama (War Eagle!), and also do repairs and modifications on stringed instruments.
I owned at one time a 1939 Martin one of my uncles gave me as a Christmas gift. When I was in Nam it was stolen from my parent’s home.
In 1994 I finally could afford another Martin and I bought an Eric Clapton model for $3,000. I took it home and left it there without even playing it, because I was invited to a party. When I returned home I found that someone had burglarized my home and stole the Martin. Since then I have not been able to buy another one to call my own.
My main guitar now is a 1958 Harmony Sovereign that sounds great, but it sure isn’t a Martin. I also have a Yamaha 12-string that I converted to a 6-string slide guitar.
Dan, if this isn’t the worst tear-jerker of all, I’ll be surprised. However, every word is true and can be documented. I’ve never won a prize other than 60 years ago. I bid on a cake at a cakewalk and won the right to dance with my sweetie, Thelma Lou.
Hey, if you don’t award me the Martin you are giving away, at least send me some of your tears
P.S. Boo hoo
Your friend and student,
Jim Harper
December 8th, 2007 at 10:54 pm
BTW, Dan.
My own and other submissions to your giveaway don’t hold a candle to the one from the teacher in Rwanda.
Jim
December 8th, 2007 at 11:01 pm
Hi Dan,
I am a primary (elementary in the US??) school teacher who has been trying to enrich all learning through the Arts, particularly music; I have found that it is a most successful medium. I have also found that using ICT/multimedia is a highly potent vehicle – you can rewatch video footage as you need to, record, read and so on. With this in mind, any course that exploits this leverage has a head start.
I was forwarded to your “Amazing Guitar Secrets” site from another guitar course, so I thought that it must be pretty good… what I have sampled suggests that it is so. You can imagine my delight to see that you have an acoustic course coming out, since as a classroom teacher, I must be able to whip out the axe at a moments notice, in a range of contexts – very often an electric is not viable (amps, leads, portability, set up time and so on).
From a personal point of view, the tenderness of the acoustic sound and the different action has led me to treat the two forms as distinct, despite so many crossover similarities. That you have produced a course that focuses on the acoustic specifically seems to be a great idea to me.
If you find it seemly to furnish me with a new guitar, fantastic! You can imagine that we school teachers are not provided with the instruments we use in our teaching context; we must have two of everything (practice at home and available in class)!!
And may I compliment you on preparing your materials so that our love for music, and the guitar in particular, can be shared by so many – not just as hacks, but with a full appreciation of the theory and possibilities. After all, if our global community is to progress toward true peace and harmony, do we not ultimately need to pursue possibilities and understanding? Without experiencing harmony (say, in music), how can one know what they are pursuing in life (say, relationships)?
Take care,
B-)
December 8th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
So far, everything I’ve heard, watch and read from Dan Denley’s mailing list is so simple and easy to understand. In the late nine years, since I’ve started to play guitar, I’ve searched for a lot of information besides my physical teachers, and I think it’s fair to say that Dan Denley’s guitar tips&lessons are the greatest online…I haven’t bought yet any course from Dan Denley neither any other online course, and nowadays (and since the last 3 years) I’m not taking physical lessons anymore (for a question of “no money to pay”); my plans are to go into a jazz school as soon as I got money to afford it. In the meanwhile, I’ve considering to buy some guitar course to keep learning new stuff, and I’m choosing Acoustic Guitar Secrets because I’ve read enough of Dan’s mailing list to know that his lessons are serious and easy to understand even without someone “physical” answering all my questions about some lesson! I think I’ve said all of it…
Merry Christmas to you all
December 8th, 2007 at 11:38 pm
Hi Dan,
I own three of your courses and they are all have great videos as well as your own expalnations as to what to do next. Keeep up the good newsletter.
Keith
December 8th, 2007 at 11:44 pm
hi Dan!
hope you’re doing fine.
why i’m excited? well you are very generous to give tips on practicing and perfecting the guitar skills through you mailing list. and do you know it’s only through the mailing list. i wonder how would it be to buy your DVDs. sadly i can’t buy it coz my dad wouldn’t allow me.
anyways i believe that you’re a good teacher. yes guitar playing it as hard as it can get without proper tutoring. however through your little bits of your mailing list, it actually made me feel that guitar playing is not difficult. PRACTICE and TIME is what matters. and i know you have stress that in your mini videos clearly =)
all i want to say is Thank You for your generosity. i may not win that guitar, however what i’ve just said is what i really feel about your little great teachings. so Thank You once again =)
Have A Great Christmas and Take Care,
Amanda
December 8th, 2007 at 11:57 pm
I am anxiously awaiting the release of your course “Acoustic Guitar Secrets.” I already have two of your courses. This course is more in line with my preference of the pure acoustic sound. I wrote an article a few years ago for Guitar Noise and sent it to David Hodge that I quote below on “The Joy of Music” and sharing music with others.
“My story begins several years ago when I was wandering around in a mall in San Antonio, Texas, and came upon a small music store at one end. It had been several years since I had touched a guitar but I saw a Yamaha FS-350S on display. The salesman encouraged me to take it in the back room and play it a bit to see how I liked it. Being a little weak and vulnerable I sat down and tuned it and was amazed at the sound that came out of that little guitar (the Yamaha FS-350S is a ¾ size guitar). To make a long story short I fell in love again. I bought the guitar, took it home, and shoved it under the bed, where it stayed for a long time.
Our church got a new minister of music who played guitar. I got to talk to him about guitars and told him I had played a little bit. He suggested that I meet him and a gentleman I will call “Doc” at the nearby nursing home the next Sunday morning. I was nervous as “a cat on a hot tin roof” because I really was not that good and had not touched the guitar for several years. But I got my courage up, strung the guitar with a fresh new set of strings, tuned it up and sat down with it on Saturday for an hour or so.
Sunday morning I loaded the guitar in my truck and traveled to the nursing home. There are no words to describe the feeling of looking into the faces of the residents when they saw us walk in with the guitars. We opened the cases, set them aside and begin to play and sing old time gospel songs. We played for about an hour. Doc invited me to join him the following Sunday morning for another session.
That began six years of my having the privilege of enjoying Doc’s company. We spent time making music to spread the gospel to many people who were unable to attend a church or any other activity because of their health. Many of the people confined to nursing homes do not ever have visitors of any kind. For just an hour or so Doc and I were able to take them on a journey that let them forget their depressing surroundings.
To see their eyes light up when we did a familiar song that jogged their memory was an indescribable “joy.” One song that would bring many a chuckle from the residents was “The Preacher and the Bear.” Another song that brought forth memories was “Jesus Loves Me,” and a few that Doc had written himself whose titles I don’t remember.
Doc and I shared a relationship I will cherish forever. He is a clinical psychologist and motivational speaker but also a real down-to-earth person.
Time came for me to move to another city, so we went our separate ways. I started my own circuit of nursing home entertaining for a while until my work schedule prevented my continuing.
When speaking of the “Joy of Guitar” and “Joy of Music” as the years go by I find that the “six string tranquilizer” carries me through tough times. Sharing music with people who are less fortunate brings with it rewards that I cannot put a price on. I consider myself fortunate to have found Guitar Noise, where I enjoy and learn from the talent of others. I hope that you and Paul continue to provide the quality education material we have seen in the past. My only regret is that I did not get more motivated thirty or forty years ago.”
The Martin D16GT guitar would make an excellent addition to my effort to share the gospel with others as the Martins are the “king of the acoustics.”
Respectfully,
George R. McKeen
December 9th, 2007 at 12:09 am
At 56 years old I’m just learning to play guitar. Something I hope to be good enough to enjoy when I retire. Not knowing at all where to start I luckily found some of your free lessons. What a gift. I can wait to purchase the full course. Thank You.
December 9th, 2007 at 12:14 am
I am a great blues/bluegrass player, and can make any guitar sing, but a Martin would make me sing!!!!!!
December 9th, 2007 at 12:21 am
Hi Dan,
I am very excited about your new dvd course because I love playing my acoustic Guitar vs my electric due to the fact I only get about 20 minutes a day to play and setting up the electric can take 5 minutes of that. Amazing Guitar Secrets put me on the right track to better my playing with the finger exercises and all the info, I can now play pieces of any song i want but I still have trouble with playing complete songs. I am sure that this course will help me termendously. The Martin Guitar is a beautiful instrument and I just happen to have a empty spot on my living room wall that looks like it was built for a Martin D16GT. Even if I don’t Win I just want to say Thank you very much for all the time you spend emailing those little videos that show so much. Happy Holidays to you and your Family
Michael
December 9th, 2007 at 12:49 am
Dan,
I have really learned a vast amount from your original guitar course. I love playing my Larrivee acoustic guitar. The thought of having a guitar course just for the acoustic is awesome. I look forward to getting this course and mastering the techniques that you teach. If I win this guitar I will most definetely give it to a friend of mine that is a budding guitar player. I have been blessed and have the acoustic guitar that I have always wanted. I know that my friend cannot afford a high end guitar like this one. In this season of giving, I would love to give this guitar to him so that he can continue learn on a great guitar. Thanks Dan for all you do. Merry Christmas!!!
December 9th, 2007 at 12:55 am
Your guitar course has provided an integrative framework that pulls together all the disconnected bits and pieces I’ve learned here and there. It’s provided a systematic, disciplined way to practice that results in consistent improvement. Well done!
December 9th, 2007 at 12:57 am
Dan,
You make learning new techniques and concepts on the guitar so easy to understand, it’s awesome! After playing guitar without a lot of direction and understanding for almost 30 yrs, I am now beginning to really understand how to play! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and providing a fantastic teaching tool to use for becoming a better musician and guitar player. There’s an old saying that says, “when the student is ready, the teacher will come”. Glad to have found out about you and your guitar courses! It’s been fantastic! Thanks a million!
December 9th, 2007 at 1:03 am
I’m absolutely thrilled about the new Acoustic Guitar Secrets Course. I’ve been playing guitar for less than a year now and with Dan’s help have gone from basically being able to barely pluck a note to understanding intervals and chord composition and being able to play the songs I grew up loving and memorizing.
The act of playing guitar is great but it’s the Journey and how Dan guides you along this trek which is truly a Joy for every player, from beginner to intermediate to expert. Dan’s down to earth and direct style and helpful life lessons can take you from a part time plucker to wherever your passion takes you and having a guy Like Dan to show you the secrets to Acoustic success is like getting slide pointers from Hendrix. Second to none.
Dan’s previous course was so exceptionally thorough without being boring. His manner of teaching is exact and doesn’t waste time teaching you things that have nothing to do with becoming a great musician.
I’m psyched to see what Dan can do with an acoustic. His power chord section alone in the last course unlocked thousands of songs to my fingertips and I’m blown away by the prospect of what songs this course might bring to my hands. Dan has a talent for connecting the dots that can evade you for many months.
At the very least, I look forward to a few entertaining hours of great instruction. And having used Dan’s courses before feel completely confident that in a few weeks I’ll be playing some of the recent masters of the Acoustic craft.. Jack Johnson, Duncan Sheik , Neil Young, Nirvana, Ben Harper, Sheryl Crow, Death Cab for Cutie… All songs and artists who are masters of the genre.. All songs and material that I hope can be deciphered using Dan’s material.
Given the success of his previous offerings…. I see no reason why not.
Totally Psyched. Have a great holiday everybody and congratulations to the winner of that beautiful Martin. It’s a fine instrument for a Fine Holiday and giveaway.
December 9th, 2007 at 1:03 am
Dan,
I never really bought your course and I am 50. I started to learn Guitar in 2004. A childhood dream, I am pursuing at this age. I had arthritis in my fungers. I can now play about 10/15 songs and even comosed a few. I listen to lots of music that helped and offcourse soem of free videos did really help me…Like the knowledge on scales, finger exercise. I am possibly an intermediate to advance level learner and I would continue as long as I can.
The best thing about your style of delievry is it clear, and your relaxed way to instruction actually takes aways the nevousness and instill confidence. At I got that from you free of charge….Merry Chrismass
December 9th, 2007 at 1:28 am
I guess I shouldn’t really be typing this… but I really, really want to! I am a 14 yr old, I just started teaching myself the guitar, and I own a cheep Yamaha beginners acoustic.I do not have the money to by Dan’s amazing (!) course, but I have followed everything about it closely and enthusiastically soaked up all his free video lessons . If I had the money, I would be the first one to own this great course! As it is, I am trying to scrape together a very basic knowledge of the guitar from free emails and lessons. If I was blessed enough to get this awesome Martin G16DT, I would be able to sell my present guitar and purchase Dan’s Acoustic Guitar Course. This course looks sooooo good! It teaches you heaps of songs, which is just what you need to have fun jamming, while at the same time learning useful techniques and getting inspiring ideas for your own music. I spent my money on a guitar book from the music store, which cost me $30. But being keen to learn and improve, I finished it in one week, and then couldn’t by another. The series goes for like, 10 books! That is ridiculous. Not so with this…
Dan, I think your course holds all the essentials you need to know about guitar in it, and yet is not excessively priced or ludicrously complex. Merry Christmas, and God bless your valuable work in the guitar community.
December 9th, 2007 at 1:30 am
I learned to play when I was younger and played until I had a horrible accident to my left had. I recently was given a guitar and my love for playing was something I thought I would never do again. With these lessons I was able to refresh my mind and heart for playing again. I am 51 years old and hope that I will be playing for a long time to come. You have made it easier to remember all that I used to know and although I am still having trouble (can’t do barre chords any more) the course is helping me a lot. Thanks for sharing your talent through these courses.
December 9th, 2007 at 1:54 am
Hi Dan,
….I’m surely to learn more with your course and my son 17 is now learning too. Were more into country/folk/bluegrass and gospel so we think this will be much better for our hearing the sounds/notes of an acoustic at work that you show so very well. The sample lessons are a wake up call and it’s just nice to listen to them let alone having the full course, I can see us now, jamming together and learning like you have said, one step at a time! In>(”The Ultimate Success Secret”pdf) The “Missing-Link” That Gives Some Guitarists An Unfair Advantage Over Those Who Don’t Know This One, Little, Life-Altering “Secret” (Progress & Action) I won’t forget that! Thanks
Your video’s are great as with the others I have seen/have, I look forward to getting a copy of Acoustic Guitar Secrets because I am 63 years old and learn a lot better with the videos/tab. Keep on strumming/picking
As far as the Martin D16GT, WOW, sounds really good on the lessons, someone will get lucky, and in my opinion that it is from a teacher like you would be a pleasure to own. If someone ask me about it, I would happily say, Have you heard about Dan Denley? Da-dee-da, etc., etc. Check out his site http://www.amazingguitarsecrets.com If the someone to win were me, I may have to come down and have you endorse it. It truly would be a nice gift and a hand down in time.
Happy Holidays your way & God Bless
Jerry & Jared (MI)
December 9th, 2007 at 2:06 am
I have been subscribed for over more then a year and every single one of your course’s i’ve wanted to buy either i thought it just wasint for me or i didn’t have the money.This course is difrent,what you explainded in the video is just what im looking for. ive been waiting for the right course to come and finally its here. im quite a slow learner and i know that this course will teach me step by step. i also think that this course is good since it doesn’t stay stuck in one kind of stile, but it shows you many and then helps you make your own. i live surrounded by good and professional guitar players and many dont even know many people dont even know im intrested in guitar, thats because im so shy and ashamed i want to let enyone know, and i want to be able to get a guitar and play along without felling pressurd or inferior.i want to be able to get a guitar in front of my friends and family and enjoy it , its no fun when your just woried about how your playing, what people are thinking about, if you dont look like and idiot. Im so happy for you Dan! its so nice and exiting to see you so excited.i hope you make more, more and more courses cuz we still have a lot to learn. Thanks dan.
I really hope i’ll be able to get that course on wenesday.
My dad wants me to make a band with my 4 younger brothers and sing christmas carols, maybe i’ll fell confident enough. hahaha
I think its to late, but maybe next year ( i tell him ). thanks for everthing
bye,bye
December 9th, 2007 at 2:14 am
I’ve been playing guitar for a long time. I’ve even written some decent songs, but I never really considered myself to be a “guitar player.” I mainly just played simple chords to accompany myself singing. All that changed when I ordered the Amazing Guitar Secrets course. Instead of just using my guitar as a background for my voice, I started making music with my instrument. After only a short time, my wife of 22 years asked, “When did you learn to play like that? That sounds amazing!” I just smiled and played another cool riff. With Amazing Guitar Secrets, Dan did what no one else had been able to do for me in all my years of playing. He was able to present music theory for the guitar in a way that made real sense and was immediately useful. My song writing has taken off. I can build interesting chords and improvise leads over the top of them; something I was never able to do before the course. Still, during the Guitar Secrets course, I had to adapt what I was seeing on the videos and hearing on the jam tracks to the acoustic guitar, which is what I play. I never dreamed Dan would take the time to develop a series specifically for the acoustic. Well, he has, and I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am.
December 9th, 2007 at 3:04 am
hi, im looking forward to your accoustic guitar secrets course as ive been dabling playing my accoustic guitar for years on and off as lessons are expensive and i never seem to get shown enough to actually learn and practice with a one on one teacher in a half hour lesson. i have a four year old who loves to announce a rock and roll concert as he grabs my guitar and holds it up with no shoulder strap and plays it while he sings. He is actually quite good at making pleasant sounds with it and i know he will take in some of what i learn as he watches me and your dvds; so your not only helping me - but also a 4 yr old up and coming musician. Winning the quitar means we both can have a guitar.
December 9th, 2007 at 4:07 am
I’m excited about the new course as I’ve wanted to learn fingerstyle picking for awhile now. I’ve used a pick for years but there are things you can play with your fingers that just can’t be played the same with with a pick. I love picks but I would like to expand my tonal palette.
December 9th, 2007 at 4:42 am
please let me win as i only hav 1 guitar and one of my kids stood on it bending the neck slighty and i cant tune it properly now….im single dad and finding spare money to replace it is kinda hard…anywayz thanks in advance and thanks for the free tips/lessons have been really good cept soundin bit funny cos o my outta tune guitar
December 9th, 2007 at 4:43 am
also cant wait to see ur new course…sure it will be as excellent as previous ones
December 9th, 2007 at 4:59 am
Dan your amazing guitar secrets have been a godsent. They make it all some much easier to understand & i don’t find myself fumbling thru the chords near as much as i use to . Plus they make everything so much easier when it comes to making our goals a reality. Thanks a load Dan this whole thing has been awesome. Keep up all the great work.
December 9th, 2007 at 5:14 am
Wow!…can I please have it???… I have never won anything in all my life… lets see if you can change all that!
December 9th, 2007 at 5:26 am
I have your Guitar Secrets course, that I bought 2 years ago when I first started playing guitar and found it very helpful for chord co-ordination and some modes.
Your online video tutorials are really helpful as I am trying to learn to finger pick. I still play my Yamaha F-310 that my kids bought me for my 40th birthday.
In the 2 years I’ve been practising I’ve managed to play a variety of folk music even ventured on stage for local community events. Your new course seems very helpful, more than the old one as its aimed at acoustic.
I have tried Martin guitars in the music shops but they are out of my price range but sound excellent. I hope whoever wins this prize looks after it and treats it well.
Yours
Mike
December 9th, 2007 at 7:04 am
Dear Dan,
Of course you know this… Ora et Labora, for me it means this.. whenever it’s Gods will that the Martin comes to JR
through my prayers it will be so. But than I have to work
on the Martin to know to find the secrets you gave me.
Have a good sunday with your love ones!
JR
December 9th, 2007 at 8:05 am
Now that I inproving my playing of Everly Bros and Johnny Cash songs all I need is a Martin to sound just right.
December 9th, 2007 at 8:53 am
AWSOME
December 9th, 2007 at 9:19 am
Mr. Dan
Let me start out by saying that I think you are a fine guitarest and you deserve all the credit because you earned it. You have paid your dues by all the schooling you have taken. So don’t short change yourself. I am on a fixed income and cannot afford your courses,but I do enjoy listening to the bits of music you do post on the internet. I love the fingerstyle type of guitar music I am not very good at it,but your posted lessons have helped me greatly. Good luck on your new course and keep up the fine work you are doing.
J.C.Pyatt
December 9th, 2007 at 9:53 am
I’ve been a keyboard player for 40 years, but always wanted to learn guitar, and now that I’m retired, I figured I’d better “get on with it”. My wife and I are now full-time RVers, traveling around this amazing country of ours, which is wonderful, but it means I can’t take regular lessons from a quitar teacher. Amazing Guitar Secrets offered a way for me to learn proper guitar playing techniques, with the kind of tips and hints I would get from a regular teacher. Having access to Dan to ask questions via email is also an important “plus”.
Thanks, Dan!
Ron Litton
December 9th, 2007 at 9:54 am
Hey dan i’ve been with you for a while now and i jsut have to sway i could have never done it without the help of amazing guitar sercret, the excrecises scales, u’ve helped learn waht it is lik,e to really get a hold of ur guitar and really ripp some riffs, i apprciate all the viedos and the emails uve sent me, they have all well contrbuited to my skills as a learning guitar player, and with the help of u and ur book i will be snappin down on those strings and rippin them apart in very due time, thanks agan Dan, Chris.
December 9th, 2007 at 10:17 am
Hey Dan, My excitement for the release of Acoustic Guitar Secrets comes from how helpful the video lessons have already been. I know that your style of teaching has brought me from wanting to give up on trying to learn to a level of motivation and excitement that I never knew was possible. After I spent my well earned cash on lessons that only frustrated me after a certain point. I could not understand why this was so unbelievably difficult. Once I watched you in the video, so much became clear, seeing you strum and how you moved through the chords was an inspiration. I watched and practiced along with the video and to my surpise, I was actually playing along. This has been a life long dream and I finally had the courage to go out and get a guitar and dedicate my time to learning only now to have some real vision as to how, through Acoustic Guitar Secrets, I will become a better player. You can’t imagine how much you have taught me through your video lessons. The full course release will make this a very Merry Christmas for me and my family.
With gratitude and respect,
Ken
December 9th, 2007 at 10:18 am
i have been trying to play my guitar now for 2 years, and i know the technical part of playing, notes and chords, but i am trying to place both ends together to make up music. i have been taking privatle lesson for a couple of month, for the amount of money i have paid already, i believe your course will pay for itself in a matter a few lesson. i have been watching your video on these lessons and learn more from that couple of videos then i have for paying for private lesson. i am really looking foward for you new course Acoustic Guitar Secrets. Keep up the good work
December 9th, 2007 at 11:22 am
Hi everyone!
I think that the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course will help me because if it’s anything like the tips and advice that you give it will be amazingly helpful! And just because it’s acoustic doesn’t mean you can’t rock on!!
Have a rockin’ Crimbo!
December 9th, 2007 at 11:31 am
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII neeeeeeeeeeed it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pleeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaase??????
Rock on Dan! You are the most credible guitar teacher I have ever come across.
Best regards from Sweden!
/Per
December 9th, 2007 at 12:02 pm
I’m exited about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets because it will give me the power to create emotions playing the guitar.
Differently from now, when I just make people laugh because of my playing abilities :-))), after your couse i could make people happy singing the song I’m playing or just listening to them.
(I’m sorry for my english)
Kino from Italy
December 9th, 2007 at 12:19 pm
As a wanna be song writer, the Acoustic Guitar Secrets series will help me to learn how to put some solid cord structure and finger pickin’ to the lyrics that I write. Plus being able to play a few Christmas tunes during the family sing a long would be fun.
December 9th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
Before I found this website I was the person that sat on video games all the time. I would spend hours upon hours every day just trying to get good at this little mmorpg and my grades where dropping significantly because I just sat on that game instead of doing my homework. In my freshman year at high school we got offered guitar class which I took and no one in their was serious about the class and tore up the stuff besides me but our teacher quit after two weeks their and we got a new teacher that had no idea how to play the guitar. Wanting to become a great guitarist I looked for good lessons on the web, then I came across this website. At first I got your newsletter then after a while I bought the Amazing Guitar Secrets course. After I got it I immediately quit that addictive game and my grades sky rocketed at school. Every Monday in my English II class we have to write half a page about some random topic and a few weeks ago one was “who has inspired you in your life” and I put down Dan Denley because you have influenced my life for the good.
December 9th, 2007 at 1:02 pm
There are lots of methods or techniques in guitar playing. I admire good players! But behind it is a SECRET, a SECRET that IF ONLY I KNOW… Many will admire me!!! Music is the language of the soul, IF ONLY I KNOW the secret, I can communicate well thru MUSIC. Wish I know the secret!!!
December 9th, 2007 at 1:05 pm
Hi Dan
I’ve tried the free lessons and found instant improvement, soooooooo I feel I have every right to be excited about your impending release. Its the only way I’m ever going to be good enough to do justice to a quality guitar like a Martin, which I hope to own one day.
Cheers Dan your a mate
December 9th, 2007 at 1:09 pm
I have been getting your Accoustic secrets and have tremendously enjoyed them., however Im 59 years old and
have had bypass surgery so I am now at home most of the time except for excersize. My left hand (fingers) are semi numb but recovering very well.. Ive played the piano
all my life, but always wanted guitar my dad plays guitar and banjo and I feel it would be very helpful. Anyway I have read most of the comments and am sure there are many needs, but I thot I would enter the contest anyway. Just maybe ??
thanks for making yourself and your talents available to others….
Ross
December 9th, 2007 at 1:16 pm
Hey Dan ….. believe me or not but yer Damn Good at playing !!!
N yer tips r jus awesome !
Dats all I can describe … I’m fallng short of words .
Keep It Going On .
December 9th, 2007 at 1:27 pm
OK, so where do I start? I am sure the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course would improve my playing … I have seen the free lessons and Dan certainly has a cool, relaxed approach, whilst at the same time delivering the knowlwdge players need to know in a manner that sinks in.
Why would I want to buy it? Well I believe no stone should be left unturned in the search for knowledge to learn to play better … so yes, I have a tutor (thats his website address I have given; I built the website for him.) and he is a great tutor … and I also use books and websitres etc. as well …
And of course, I’d love the Martin. And yes, thats why I am filling this in … I can’t afford a Martin, but yes I’d love one! Come to think of it, music and guitars is something of a thing to help me keep my sanity at the moment … In a few weeks I may have nowhere even to live even, but thats another long story … No matter what life throws at you, your guitar still smiles at you from the corner of the room, begging you to pick it up …!
But going back to guitars, guitar courses and learning to play in general, if you really like guitars like me, and, having learned something new just makes you want to learn more, then you too should leave no stone unturned … no matter how good you are already (like Dan), or how bad you are (like me!), then go for anything that will bring you on a little further, or a lot further. Cos sometimes, it is the sum of knowledge you acquire from lots of places that makes those all-important pennies drop and gives you the next leap in your playing …
And to all of you out there reading this, if you win the Martin, then good luck to you … but I shall sulk for weeks! :o)
Les
December 9th, 2007 at 1:37 pm
Dan,
It’s really easy to be insincere and if I never had purchased “Amazing Guitar Secrets” I would and could make up many colorful comments. Since I have real experience with your products I believe I can say honestly; I am looking forward to seeing your newest product, “Acoustic Guitar Secrets”. Your teaching concepts and techniques are easy to understand and with “PRACTICE” and “DEDICATION”, two key concepts. Anyone can accomplish their goals of becoming a better Acoustic Guitar Player. Your courses have helped so many people to meet those goals, due to your abilities to motivate and inspire your “STUDENTS”. Yes I said students; everyone who purchases your products is a student of your teachings. I will continue to look forward to the opportunity to have a copy of “Acoustic Guitar Secrets”. And, thank you for this opportunity to win an excellent Martin guitar, which by the way are excellent Marketing Skills also.
Cheers,
Terry H.
December 9th, 2007 at 1:38 pm
What a suck up I am…..
December 9th, 2007 at 2:15 pm
I’m excited for the simple reason much guitar courses begin with electric guitar stuff the have a lot of riffs chords scales, modes ect. But sometimes we forget that the guitar is also to entertain and for therapy purposes, when we are on a family or a class meeting it’s great we can strum some songs and sing alone with family and friends. I was on dialysis for 5 years and I found great be able to play and sing songs after treatment it gave me much needed peace.
I’m excited that I will be able to improve with this course my playing and go above just playing some songs and will be able what from I had seen in the lesson video be able to train my ear and be able to play any song and any key.
December 9th, 2007 at 2:29 pm
For me, the main reason to have this course is cause I need to develop my acoustic side, so much important as or more for the musician who plays electric. Acoustic is the more pleasant why to have great music. Many unforgetable songs were and are being created by an “acoustic way of being”. For me is crucial play well a nylon or a steel. Believe in me: there are not a great deal of real good acoustic players in the world! There is life when the strings vibrate and produce the frequencies generated by a hollow wood body. You add a cappo and… “violà”!!! - make music and forget a lot of troubles !!!
December 9th, 2007 at 2:31 pm
For me, the main reason to have this course is cause I need to develop my acoustic side, so much important as or more for the musician who plays electric. Acoustic is the more pleasant way to have great music. Many unforgetable songs were and are being created by an “acoustic way of being”. For me is crucial play well a nylon or a steel. Believe in me: there are not a great deal of real good acoustic players in the world! There is life when the strings vibrate and produce the frequencies generated by a hollow wood body. You add a cappo and… “violà”!!! - make music and forget a lot of troubles !!!
December 9th, 2007 at 2:36 pm
Dan, what can I say but thank you, and you rock!
But in all seriousness I can’t believe how much you have inspired me to play guitar. I had owned a Ovation celebrity for years because I wanted to get into guitar. Over the years I played here and there and had bought a few other courses without any really success in my guitar playing ability. Until one day I by chance stumbled on to your course about a year ago, and BAM! I was in to guitar like you wouldn’t believe, for some reason your course inspired me try my best and practice tons. Now I have really improved my playing ability and I get people who say to me, “Ty, you’ve really improved” or “Ty, that sounds great!”, and I can’t thank you enough for it. Now hearing about your acoustic course, I became pumped to get it and start digging into it. I love playing acoustic guitar, the sound is just one that I really enjoy. I know that once I recieve your new course that I’ll be strumming out even more awesome tunes in no time. Thank you again dan for giving me and so many others a chance to really enjoy the beauty of playing guitar!
December 9th, 2007 at 2:54 pm
I am so excited about the new course, as not only am I going to use it, but my older brother is learning to play guitar. It will be so cool as i bet he will be able play guitar in no time. I started playing guitar over two years ago, and I learn’t through the amazing guitar secrets.
If you did honour me with the Martin guitar, I would give it to my brother.
December 9th, 2007 at 2:59 pm
In the end, the value of this course is its ability to allow all people to communicate together. Music is the only language shared by the human race. The 12 notes are universal in the sound, appearance and understandability. Your course expands the ability of simple common folk to communicate ideas and beliefs world wide. Our world will only survive if people talk to each other. And music is the basic building block for that . Thank you for developing this course and in so doing, giving people a chance to control their future.
December 9th, 2007 at 3:00 pm
I am enjoying the Amazing Guitar secrets course. I’m
going kind of slow but I have learned alot already I’m
currently working on getting the major scales down backwards and forwards. I have developed a better practice regimen through some of your tips. I’m ready to restring my guitars and I’m going to make sure that I have
at least 3 winds around the tuning pegs. I appreciate
learning that.
I plan to get the Acoustic Guitar Secrets lessons
as soon as I finish “Amazing” It will probably be in
March or so. I’ve been playing for about 1 year but
I feel I am on the verge of my next level of guitar.
Thanx for the great products and also the e-videos.
Sincerely, Phil Goodrich
December 9th, 2007 at 3:32 pm
ok so i don’t play guitar for the people of
Rwanda, but i do enjoy playing the guitar and learning something new about it every day. Amazing guitar secrets has really helped me improve my guitar playing skills. I know that i will never be a guitar god but i love playing guitar and this course helps me to love it even more.
December 9th, 2007 at 3:43 pm
Dan, I have reached the grand age of 50 and have been experimenting with the guitar since I was 8 years old. I hadn’t been able to take lessons for various reasons and would purchase self help guitar lessons and learn just enough to get by, for my ears only. Since the internet and your web site I’m not as frustrated playig and I can honestly say,”I can Play!” Your new DVD, Acoustic Guitar Secrets, can only enhance what I have learned from you this past year. Thank you for sharing your talents and making the guitar more fun than frustration. The next 42 years I’ll be jamming just like the rest of you.
December 9th, 2007 at 3:50 pm
I would love to play guitar for Rwandans but unfortunately I would only be able to play for Canadians since I live on the west coast. But I would love to have a Martin and I have already picked up a lot of Dan’s work (Blues Guitar Secrets is in front of me and in my DVD player as I type this). An acoustic course would help me round out my playing and likely also learn some of the fundamentals that I’ve skipped by jumping into the electric world.
I’ve been playing about 10 years now including being sidelined by arthritis. However, between drugs and constant practice I am slowly getting better at the guitar. I truly love the instrument.
Ted
December 9th, 2007 at 4:51 pm
what can I say that hasn’t already been said. I am a 66 year old and your lessons give me a vast amount of pleasure. out of all the guitar sites I have visited, yours is the easiest to follow and understand. many thanks for your help
regards,
danny
December 9th, 2007 at 4:52 pm
what can I say that hasn’t already been said. I am a 66 year old and your lessons give me a vast amount of pleasure. out of all the guitar sites I have visited, yours is the easiest to follow and understand. many thanks for your help
regards,
danny
December 9th, 2007 at 5:04 pm
I have been playing on an older(40 years)cheap guitar off and on over the years. As I near retirement,I am looking forward to many hours of study (using your courses) and enjoyment playing the guitar. It would be nice to have an instrument that does not have a warped neck! In the words of John Prine, I am moving to the country, gonna to blow up the tv, plant a little garden, and hopefully find a few country pickers to make some music and wile away the hours.
December 9th, 2007 at 5:10 pm
I’d love the Martin guitar.I’m 55 and have played mostly for my Sunday School kids on Sunday.I’m self taught but your system is really just about all a person would need to become an excellent guitarist that anyone would enjoy listening to.
December 9th, 2007 at 5:55 pm
the preveiws of accoustic guitar secrets have been great dan as i am a prefered accoustic player i carnt wait for this one.with all the emails i get from guitar sites yours are the ones i look forward to the most.i have seven kids and i am trying to start them early on the guitar and accoustic guitar secrets might just be what i need.
merry christmas to you and your family
stuart
December 9th, 2007 at 6:16 pm
Music4Live.
Ik zal graag de videolessen kopen omdat ik beginner ben en ik graag voor andere mensen wil gitaar spelen en zo heb ik altijd “Music in my live”. Ik ben zeker dat het met deze lessen zal lukken.
De Martin D 16GT zou ik per opbot verkopen voor het goede doel “Music for Live”. Onze nationale radiozender http://www.stubru.be/musicforlive zal tijdens de kerstperiode geld inzamelen voor mensen die niet kunnen beschikken over drinkbaar water. Ik wil dat de gitaar bespeeld word door de Fixkes want zij hebben het promolied gemaakt voor dit goede doel. Dan kunnen zij de veiling op gang trekken en de mensen een beetje helpen aan drinkbaar water te geraken.
NO to Global warming. Yes to drinkable water for everyone.
December 9th, 2007 at 6:23 pm
Sorry … must be http://www.stubru.be/muscicforlife
December 9th, 2007 at 6:24 pm
or beter http://www.stubru.be/musicforlife
December 9th, 2007 at 6:28 pm
Dear Dan,
i have been a player for many years..the thing i love about your teaching is that you have a clear and precise way of communicating guitar technique. its so easy to follow so easy to duplicate. I would have given anything to have had access to this course and teaching when i was growing up struggling to learn how to play.I had to watch film clips of Page and Blackmore etc on TV to learn how to play, so this course would have been a dream come true. i would have become a better more knowledgeable player, and much quicker. so with your course, i have a mission to introduce anyone i find who is wanting to learn and direct them straight to you. not to win a Martin but to help others get excellent tuition right in there own homes. Thanks for all, merry christmas to you and yours. Paul
December 9th, 2007 at 7:22 pm
Dan,
I have always wanted to learn to play the guitar. I really enjoy the acoustic sound, it just makes me feel good.
I’ve recently begun taking lessons, and I’m loving it!
I can’t get enough, but when I came across your free samples of acoustic guitar secrets I was amazed at how much just those few examples helped me. I wasn’t really sure how to be comfortable with strumming especially.Your example for picking made it seem so simple. I can just imagine how much more I could advance when I get my hands on your latest release. I am just so eager to learn and would love to be able to express my self through playing the acoustic guitar and share it with my friends and family.
Sincerely,Gina
December 9th, 2007 at 7:50 pm
Because i love playing the guitar.
that is all.
Conan
December 9th, 2007 at 8:06 pm
Dan:
I’ve been playing for a lot of years and mostly learning on my own because I had few people around to play with. Since I found your course on accoustic guitar I have had mycomputer to play with and have learned so much more> Likc a lot of others I started on the electric but always preferred the acoustic for purer sound quality. I played with the church choir for 7 years and what I’m learning through this course has made a hugh difference. With what I will learn my playing may become good enough to play with a local gospel group. I know it will help me as I try to teach my 8 & 10 year old grandsons to play. Thank you for the quality instruction and inspiration.
Chris
December 9th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
I want to first thank you for having the spirit of giving and I also beleive that this give-away will bring much joy into someones life. I started playing the Acoustic fourteen months ago and I have learned so much over this short period. I am very excited about your course on Acoustic Guitar Secrets, because it should bring a greater learning in style and simplicity. Acoustic Guitar Secrets will bring exposer to learners through techniques and patterns.
Thank you for this opportunity and I look forward to being rewarded the Martin and purchasing your course.
December 9th, 2007 at 9:09 pm
hi, i would just like to win this beautiful guitar as i have had a lot of practice with your course and love it to bits. I have never won anything in my 57 years of life and i would be soo happy to have it…regards …..jenny
December 9th, 2007 at 9:26 pm
Hi… i love ur courses and sites…they teach guitarist a great deal of knowledge and just pure fun…i teach lessons and have a Yamaha starter acoustic…it is deficult to teach when my students guitar is better then mine =( (lol). Any way, id love to have the Martin to teach and enjoy guitar playing with!
December 9th, 2007 at 9:35 pm
Finally i found the easiest way to understand acoustic guitar. I will be very happy and excited to play acoustic guitar secrets with The Martin.
Thanks for this opportunity.
Regards,
Emanuel
December 9th, 2007 at 9:48 pm
I guess I bought the Amazing Guitar Secrets course about a year ago when I felt I was just marking time with my guitar playing. I had taken it up again after about 30 years and really needed a revelation of some sort to progress. That revelation came from learning the modes, which are set out so well in Dan’s book. The light came on once I realised how modes relate to chords and change positions in different keys. Now I can play around with different chord progressions and intersperse runs using the various modal patterns. Do it often enough and you can literally hear whether the next note is a tone or half tone up or down the neck. I could go on but the basic message is that this course has really kicked me along the road to playing better and enjoying my guitar - although a Martin would sure be nice…
December 9th, 2007 at 10:14 pm
To say that this course is exciting is an understatement. As incredible as AGS is, this makes it even more outstanding. I’m personally very excited as it will show techniques related to the acoustic guitar that anyone can benefit from. The more versatile someone is at playing an instrument, the better. This is what makes it so exciting; acoustic techniques to improve guitar players everywhere. I would benefit from the course as it will allow me to write better music for my fledgling band, and allow us to reach new heights. The more in-depth that I can get with the instrument, the better I’ll be at playing and writing. This is how it will benefit me.
December 9th, 2007 at 10:27 pm
Time is my most precious possession, it something I hate wasting! There are tons of guitar instructional material out there that occupy much time and effort and don’t dish out the results I demand from time spent. Amazing Guitar Secrets Dan Danley straightly deals with essentials, even his news letters have been have helped heeps! If you’re not plugged into the newsletter, Get plugged in! If you don’t have the Amazing Guitar Secrets, buy it, it’s worth the time and money. If you have it already buy for some else! It’s Christmas it’s the best gift any guitar player can get!
December 9th, 2007 at 11:39 pm
I’ve been trying to learn for years, but with responsibilities piling up like work, house, kids, and such its hard to find the time for me. but with this course in just a few minutes a day at my computer, I’ve finally found something that works for me. and I do mean WORKS. this has really opened my eyes, and given me something more important than words can describe.
Thank you Dan.
December 10th, 2007 at 1:01 am
i am excited about this because at first i didn’t play acoustic that much but now i play it more than my electric guitars and i wouldn’t have it any other way. I now have an acoustic band now and its all thanks to you and your programs thanks a lot
December 10th, 2007 at 1:06 am
Hi,
Amazing guitar secrets is really an amazing site where u can pool out lot ofstuff on guitar techniques n inspirations on guitar playing. Learn a lot on guitar techniques n dreams one day to be up to the level of famous guitar players like Eric Clapton. I firmly believe that through the precious technical notes, i shall make my may up and owning a Martin guitar is a dream come true.
thanks from the bottom of my heart
Sel
December 10th, 2007 at 1:41 am
Martin’s Guitar+All of Dans Amazing Guitar Courses= One of the best guitarist in kenya.People say that am good in playing the guitar but when i take a look at Dan’s lessons i realise that i am far from being good.With the martin’s guitar and the Dan’s courses i believe that i’ll be unsoppable and i’ll make enough money to purchase each of Dan’s amazing courses.
Thanks.
December 10th, 2007 at 1:53 am
The gift of music is priceless and I believe that Dan’s courses and Martin guitars compliment that gift. Dan and Martin guitars thanks for giving something back to music.
December 10th, 2007 at 3:07 am
I is beginner and have learned me much from your course. this thought I never.Easy that understand and good teacher.Thank you Dan. I struggles on.
Greetings
Johnny
December 10th, 2007 at 3:26 am
Since i orderd the Amaising guitar secrets i have improved
my playing for fiew levels, although i have no electric guitar but acostic. I’m looking forward to see how the Acoustic guitar secrets will affect my playing, how many levels can’ i go up? Dan is a great, great teacher and by us, in Croatia (in my opinion in Europa also)there is no sutch course as Dan’s Guitar secrets. Dan’s the man! My appollogies for writing mistakes. Best regards form Croatia!
December 10th, 2007 at 3:51 am
Why am I excited about Amazing guitar secrets? Judging by the free lessons alone and the amount I’ve learnt from them in such a short space of time it would be enough to make any guitarist excited, particularly after years of fruitless tuition.
What I will benefit from them? - Where do I begin? Improvements will be made in technique, ear training, chord and scale knowledge and improvisation, all of which can be learnt in the comfort of my own home, at my own pace and taught in a down to earth, no nonsense fashion which demystifies all the concepts I’ve been trying to grasp over the eternity of hitting a brick wall in my guitar playing.
December 10th, 2007 at 4:35 am
First the sob story-
In my part of the world they do not make guitars like the Martin.If you were to import a Martin guitar, it would probably cost 3 times its original price. So I am content listening to recorded music on them.
Dan, your courses are immensely helpful, and I have truly benefitted from the free lessons that you have persistently been mailing. Look forward to receiving the Martin and a complimentary copy of Amazing Guitar Secrets.
I promise I will learn hard enough and maybe be good( as in playing well) enough to send you a little recording of my own music on the Martin someday…..that’s the better part of the story….So what say you Dan?
December 10th, 2007 at 5:28 am
Hy Dan…
I’m writting from Croatia, Europe.
Ive been playing guitar for 6 years now and have really great experience with your web guitar school. I have watched almost all of your videos and I can say that your teaching has brought me back to basis and put great grounds for my technique. You have the skill to pass out knowledge in a much easier way than other guitarists, and your school has the variety to teach both beginners and professionals. I often Don’t have enough time to practice so I use your lessons to warm up, and gain up skill in overall.
Also think that you have great management skill and I encourage you to keep on the good work! I have always dreamed about a Martin guitar but don’t think I would be so lucky to get one as a present…
Hope to here from you,
Stjepan
Ciaos!!
December 10th, 2007 at 5:28 am
- thanks your lessons have helped me to have a quick start up. I can play better than when I first bought my aqcoustic guitar.
THANX A LOT!!!
December 10th, 2007 at 5:44 am
A Real Course dedicated towards teaching Accoustic Guitar is difficult to find even if you ask Aladdin!! I have been looking into teacher/course that can help me to go to the next level. But to my surprise, although accoustic guitar seems to be simple instrument, I could not find one guy/course that can tell me the tricks of the trade..!! Looking at your course material snapshots I am really looking ahead for this course…
I believe it would be the best gift one can give to the guitar learners, music lovers…
Looking forward for the release…
December 10th, 2007 at 6:38 am
I have played the guitar for about 35 years and recently bought the Amazing Guitar Secrets course. I have probably learned more in 14 days than I have learned through all those years which really is AMAZING! So that is why I also have to order The Accoustic Guitar Course…
December 10th, 2007 at 7:05 am
Hi Dan,
I have been playing guitar since I was 14 and began with a spanish guitar, later a 12 string Höffner, which I after almost 40 years still have. In 1991 I bought my first electric guitar, a Squier fender model just to try out and later got an Epiphone Dot model, now 13 years ago. 2 years ago I decided to go back to acoustic and got a Washburn J28SCEDL jumbo, which I LOVE to play. I had forgotten that acoustic sound, and it inspired me to check for helps to improve my playing skills. Through Andrew Koblick’s site I found yours and others and tried out whatever I found on the internet. I had never tried scales or finger strengthening techniques and those have been great exercises. Most of my playing is done in church, and I found that it get’s easier al the time to copy the perfomers on worship cd’s. As you can imagine, folk, gospel, country is more my style although I love to jam and do some rock and blues. The scales are indeed very helpful in soloing but I know I need to learn a lot more; to improve speed, improvise in chord progressions, being able to recognise from a melody the fitting chords etc. understanding the theories. Playing in our musicteam has given the opportunity to play intro’s, solo’s and melodies. BUt I am far from what I hear guys like Phill Keaggy, Chet Atkins, Mark Knopfler do speedlicks and playing the guitar like a piano, melodyline an accompanyment. I’d love to be able to write songs, but never learned notes and timing, although by hearing a song I usually can immediately play along.
So I wrote all that to say two things; first, it is nice to get presents but I really do not need another acoustic guitar (except perhaps an ac/el 12 string) second, in what ways will your acoustic course help me, what benefit can I expect given over 40 years of playing my instrument and the level described above.
I would appreciate your guitar players opninion (I realize you want to sell your course)
kind regards
Stef de Jong
Netherlands
December 10th, 2007 at 7:37 am
You really torture me man. I’m the type of guy who struggles between the reality and fiction of becoming a great guitar player,having a beautiful guitar and learning all the skills without having to make much effort.Your lessons have helped me to achieve the biggest part of this dream already, the only thing that’s still missing is………. yep the beautiful guitar.
One happy guitar player
December 10th, 2007 at 8:40 am
Hi Dan,
I am really excited about the upcoming release of ‘Acoustic Guitar Secrets’ as an acoustic guitar player who previously purchased your ‘Amazing Guitar Secrets’ course, and learned tons from your material!!
December 10th, 2007 at 8:48 am
Hi Dan,
I am really excited about the upcoming release of ‘Acoustic Guitar Secrets’ as an acoustic player that previously purchased your ‘Amazing Guitar Secrets’ course, as it helped to improve my playing immensely!!
I expect to benefit from your focus on acoustic guitar playing with techniques not previously discussed, and believe your training procedures bring an improved focus to my daily practice sessions.
December 10th, 2007 at 9:11 am
Hey Dan and Staff Well when I first found your site (AmazingGuitarSecrets) I thought this guy Dan Denley can’t be some country boy that can draw me in with his down to earth, humble man. That has gone to college to educate himself and teach like a pro and have his family ties. I am self-taught. I played in bands back in the 80’s. Good old rock and roll. I learned a lot from other band member’s. I sold all of equipment in 1991 and moved to Va Beach. I thought to myself of all the times I sat in my basement praticing my guitar and kept listening to the record that’s right a record. Over and over and over again. It took so long and I know I didn’t get all of the notes. I learned enough to jam with my Brother. He was a drummer and he taught me quite a lot. Anyway from the free vido’s I received from Dan I improved so much. It just felt really good. Better than anything, in all the years I have been playing. I love it! If I learned this much from free viedos. I have to by one of his viedo’s. I did. I nevered played the acoustic before. I would be a beginner on that. So I need your help, I would pratice every day and you are the man, that I look forwqard seeing you on my computer. P.S. Dan God bless you and your Family. Dave Farley
December 10th, 2007 at 9:22 am
Wow - a free Martin to boot! For years, I struggled with cheap guitars and then one day, got to play a friend’s Martin, and a whole new world opened up. I still don’t own one, but sure would. It would make the Acoustic Guitar Secrets even easier!
December 10th, 2007 at 10:05 am
I am excited about the Accoustic Guitar Secerts, because I have wanted to learn how to play the accoustic guitar for a very long time. I have looked into other coarses and also went to a class (didn’t work out),I think that Dan Denly is the MAN. I have watched some of your videos and you seem to be a very down to earth person and I personally like that. I like the way you explain things and also the split screen so I can see what you are doing with both hands. You make things look so easy and I have found out it’s not quite as easy as it looks. (my fingers don’t move like yours). I do have your “Blues Guitar Secerts” I don’t have DVD-1. I must have misplaced it. I am on disability and have a lot of free time so, I am looking forward to purchasing the “Accoustic Guitar Secerts” and filling part of my day learning to play. I have an old guitar I purchased at a yard sale for $25.00, Seems to be decsent but I don’t know the difference in a good guitar and a bad one. So god willin and the creek don’t rise, I am going to learn how to play the guitar with “Dan Denley”s Accoustic Guitar Secrets”, with or without a Martin guitar.
Thank You Dan and Staff For putting this coarse together for hopefulls like me and everyone else. Your friend Bob. Happy Holidays.
P.S. I have purchased a hand exerciser, to strengthen my fingers and also toughen up my finger tips (they both need alot of work). Thank you all once again.
December 10th, 2007 at 10:14 am
Thanks Dan for your tireless energy and enthusiasm in creating and sharing your Amazing Guitar Secrets.
Always trying to improve my guitar skills is a passion of mine that I know will last a lifetime, and your Amazing Guitar Secrets are doing just that — making me better each day. What I’m really finding though Dan, is Amazing Guitar Secrets is giving me a wider path for discovering my own creativity, and translating what is in my heart and soul to my hands and guitar.
Everyone is given a special gift, when born, to share with the world. The hard part is in discovering what that gift is. Your course is helping me do that, whether I am to share my music, one day, as a professional or not. One thing is for certain though, I will have much more to share - thanks to you and others like yourslf.
Alix
December 10th, 2007 at 10:18 am
Thanks Dan, I am a visual person and your Amazing.
December 10th, 2007 at 10:34 am
My name is Mickey W. I’ve only been playing the guitar for about 2 years. I have a very different reason for learning to play the guitar. I have a son that is 5 yrs old now and is slightly autistic. Although he may have a slight verbal communication barrier with language, he has no barrier when it comes to music, especially the guitar. He doesn’t play the guitar, but it’s used as a learning tool because of the way music catches his ear. I am by no means a good guitarist, I did teach him to sing his ABC’s by playing twinkle twinkle little star on the guitar and to me that makes me a pro. I believe Dan has a great product and an impressive theory on teaching. I plan on continuing to us my guitar as an educational tool and believe the coarse that Dan offers could expedite my skills and in turn provide an intriguing way for my son to continue learning. Dan, thanks for all that you do and the insight to guitar theory that you provide. Sincerely, Mickey
December 10th, 2007 at 10:39 am
Dan,
I have been playing guitar for a long time , Amazing Guitar Secrets and Blues Guitar secrets have helped me out quite a bit. I’m learning something new all of the time. I’d like to tune that new Martin down a step and play some blues.
Steve
December 10th, 2007 at 11:14 am
I’ve been playing for about one year now. I’m self taught and started playing to entertain my Dad who diagnosed with cancer. Unforunately, I lost him in Septmenber. I also lost my brother in July and a long time friend of mine a couple weeks before that. I have played the second hand guitar I have now for them and now play it some for my mother. We really miss my Dad and brother especially with the holidays that have come since their passings. I ordered two courses from Dan, Amazing Guitar Secrets and Amazing Blues Guitar Secrets and have begin to learn and incorporate more techniques into my playing with his help. I know my story will not be as grand as many others but it would be great to have the Martin guitar to help comfort my mother with. She had a birthday on the 7th of December. My birthday is the 12th of December. That guitar would be a GREAT present to me that I would really cherish. Merry Christmas to everyone who reads this and keeps us in your prayers. Thank you very much, Dan, for offering these courses at these prices.
Sincerely, Kenneth Gilmore
December 10th, 2007 at 11:18 am
Dan,
My wife has a passion for acoustic guitar instumentals. She saved and saved to buy me a Fender acoustic for Christmas so I could learn to play songs she enjoys. It is a wonderful guitar but it is not quite a Martin. Simply put, I would like it for her enjoyment as much as mine!
I quit playing years ago until I ran across your AmazingGuitarSecrets course and then the LeadGuitarSecrets course. I am getting closer and closer to the player I wanted to be 25 years ago! Thanks Dan, keep up the good work!
John
December 10th, 2007 at 11:20 am
THIS COURSE ENABLED ME TO REALIZE MY DREAMS OF BEING ABLE TO EXPRESS MYSELF THROUGH MY GUITAR. I WAS GIVEN A GUITAR AS A CHILD, BUT NEVER REALLY TOOK THE TIME TO LEARN THE BASICS OTHER THAN STRUMMING CHORDS. dAN’S COURSE ENABLED ME TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP AND MOVE TOWARD REALIZING MY DREAM OF ACTUALLY PLAYING HOW I FELT. THIS TOOK SOME TIME, BUT BOY IS IT WORTH IT!!
I WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO PLAY A MARTIN AS MY GUITAR IS THE SAME ONE MY DAD GAVE ME 30 YEARS AGO.
December 10th, 2007 at 11:56 am
To win a Martin guitar would be a dream no matter what the reason is, based on the fact alone that a Martin guitar is one of the best highest quality guitars made. I have been a guitar player for over 38 years now and even with that many years, there is still lot’s to learn. I have plataued and run into slow spots where learning seemed to come to a hault, but within a short time I would break through that plataue and move ahead. My last 10 years I have been working with the underprivledged and Austistic children that most have given up on. These children have a hidden talent buried underneath just waiting to get out with the right person who can work with them, and they all have a message and a song to sing that shows their inner feelings that are normally trapped and hidden a lifetime. I can reach these children in a special way, especially through music and the sound of a Martin guitar. The tone of a Martin I realized years ago reaches inside a certain part of them and brings out that long and elusive feelings that are normally hidden. These children have a story to tell also, different from most people and it is very touching and emotional and very surprising. I would very much like to win a Martin guitar so I can continue my work with these special children and be able to bring out the very best of them and to come to terms and understanding of the inner workings of an austistic child and then to realize they are in many ways just like us in sharing their feelings, hopes and desires. They just need a special person with a special key (Martin Guitar)to help unlock that special potential hidden within them and to bring them into the light through music and the unique sound of a Martin guitar. And your courses Dan are the potentnial to use with a Martin guitar to bring out the very best of me the teacher and the disabled and autistic children. The combination of your courses Dan, a Martin guitar in my hands as teacher, can bring happiness and light to many disadvantaged children. Please let’s help make this happen and bring hope and life to the disadvantaged. Tks.
December 10th, 2007 at 12:05 pm
I have returned to the guitar after 20 years of not playing, and have been struggling to play with a not very well set-up older instrument. By not well set-up I mean the strings are high, the tone is not the best, and it can be a real challenge to play when I practice. And I kind of live in the middle of nowhere, and do not have easy access to a luthier or tech that could fix the way this guitar is currently set. However, I figure this sort of adversity will just make me a much better player when I finally do get an instrument that is of much better quality. This is why I am hoping to win the Martin.
December 10th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
What better way to enjoy the Iraqi night air than to relax with a pefectly tuned and warmly toned acoustic guitar? My heart sings with the joy of this picture in my imagination!
Thanks for the offer, Dan.
December 10th, 2007 at 1:12 pm
I believe the ultimate Blessing would be for my friend Matt Stombaugh to receive this guitar. He is 16 years old, and is asking for a guitar for Christmas. He lost his Dad three years ago to a kidney disease, and he and his Mom live in Laurenceburg, TN, living month to month, hoping they will keep their house. He has always wanted to play the guitar, and has never been able to have one. His parents bought him one about four years ago from a pawn shop for $35, and it is junk. Matt is a beautiful kid, that wants to go to Africa some day to help families learn how to farm and grow food for themselves. He homeschools, and also belongs to the 4H, so he can learn how to farm. He’s really funny, real, full of love, and deserves a decent guitar. They can’t afford guitar lessons for him now, so I would personally buy this guitar course for him if he wins, and I know he would use it for all it has to offer. It would just blow him away to get something like this. I think the whole world would be Blessed to see a picture of Matt holding this guitar!!!
December 10th, 2007 at 2:21 pm
I would love a Martin guitar. This guitar would provide that extra motivation for regular practice.
Thanks
Jim
December 10th, 2007 at 2:24 pm
Pulled Pork Plate was awesome. Having taken lessons from you for a year, I was able to pick it up fairly quickly. Not perfection yet, but my fingers acquire muscle memory quicker than at the beginning. I have learned music from the Guitar Secrets course, Blues from the Blues course, lead and scales from the Leads course, and now can learn acoustic guitar which is my first love. I am intersted in finger style playing and have been waiting on someone to bring a course out that would allow me to increase my acoustic knowledge. I should have known it would be Dan. The Acoustic Secrets course will be the missing piece of the puzzle that will round out my guitar playing . I am more excited about the acoustics course than I was for your other three. I can’t wait to get my hands on the course. My friend allowed me to play a 57 year old Martin that belonged to his father. The tone quailty even at that age was beautiful. I can just imagine what a new Martin would sound like. Thanks Dan for the new Acoustic Guitar Secrets Course. This will be the fourth guitar course of yours I will have. Where do I go from here? I don’t know unless you come out with a keyboard or drums course or bass guitar. I’m sure I would get them all. A special thanks goes out to Lisa! Anytime I have a concern or a question about anything, even music, she always has a quick answer. Thanks Dan and your entire team for making guitar a reality for me.
December 10th, 2007 at 2:25 pm
Hi Dan,am really enjoying the the guitar lesson ,it has really be a blessing to me.through me almost all the guitarist have had about amazing guitar lesson both the beginers and those that claim to be pro country.And my wish and my plan is to make the whole guitarist in Nigeria to know about it.Thanks.
December 10th, 2007 at 2:31 pm
…top notch teaching material with attention to practical detail using a top notch musical instrument, who says the world is tilting off its axis? From one teacher to another, I applaud you on your efforts.
December 10th, 2007 at 2:35 pm
HI
I`m excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets because it`s an awesome course.It gives you everything you need to know with top notch instruction. How can any guitar ask for more???? The benefits are numerous and invaluable-
speed,precision,patience,tons of information that will last a lifetime. With such a wellrounded, knowledgeable,dedicated instructor how can anyone go wrong?
December 10th, 2007 at 2:37 pm
I’ve been working with the AmazingGuitarSecrets course and have been really impressed with the quality of instruction and the progess that I have made. I’m really looking forward to the Acoustic course because I believe it will allow me to move forward with my playing in a way I would not have thought possible a few months ago. Now, if I just had a guitar with the quality that matched the instruction.
December 10th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
Why? Because Dan’s most important lesson is that you can NEVER STOP LEARNING. His lessons have taught me to CRAVE more. so now here comes more…
How will a Martin help with this? Every one of us trying to learn is taking a step forward. As we step forward we should be able to reward ourselves with one more question answered and 10 new ones to ask plus a notch in our belt and now a Martin on our strap!
December 10th, 2007 at 2:52 pm
I’m very excited about Accoustic Guitar Secrets. I have been playing guitar for about 40 years now, but have never really felt that I have attained that natural state of comfort that I am a really good guitarist; there was always something missing!! With Accoustic Guitar Secrets, I feel confident I will be able to take my playing to the next level and beyond.
After I become a better guitarist, I want to pass on some guitar playing secrets through teaching others.
Plus I have always loved Martin’s; they are the cream of the crop as far as I am concerned.
December 10th, 2007 at 5:02 pm
As a student of all three course so far…I’ve learned the greatest secret of all…
If you’re going to be an amazing secrets guitarist you need an amazing guitar…when I jam to track 7 in blues guitar secrets, what better way than with an amazing guitar to hit those 7th & 9th chords…as I amaze my fans with my solo of “Rawk On!” in lead guitar secrets, what better way than on a MARTIN…simply AMAZING.
I’m going to be an amazing guitarist!!!!
December 10th, 2007 at 5:20 pm
I purchased the Guitar Solo Secrets and I love the course. I think about purchase Accoustic Guitar Secrets. The free lessons from this volume are very excited. Thanks Dan to create such cours.
December 10th, 2007 at 5:29 pm
as much as I would love to have the Martin, I would hope you could give it to someone that is in much more need of it than myself. It is the holidays and that would make an awesome gift.
December 10th, 2007 at 6:25 pm
I have’nt bought Guitar Secrets yet, but I have been
downloading some of Dan’s free lessons, and they have
helped me immensely. I believe if I should by Dan’s
amazing guitar secrets, it would help me even more.
But this guitar is for you Young punks, because I’m
the worlds oldest juvenile delinquint at 80 yrs plus.
God bless, Bill
December 10th, 2007 at 6:47 pm
What more can be said than, “we always can learn more”. After the learning comes the ability to play this truly extraordinary Martin guitar. It’ll just sing…….
December 10th, 2007 at 6:56 pm
Because I have been a self-taught guitarist for over 30 years I have developed many bad habbits that remain with me today. Recently, I’ve acquired the desire to learn more about the fretboard, correct my bad habbits, and increase my understanding of how music emphasizes itself thru individualizm on the guitar, especially the acoustic guitar. From what I’ve read thus far, “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” may just hold the key to open the door for me that (previously) has been a solid brick wall. I look forward to this program. Thank you for the opportunity to submit my comments. Keep up the great work!
December 10th, 2007 at 6:57 pm
I’ve been playing more and more acoustic guitar lately, and having lots of fun with it…
It would be awesome to play a Martin!!! I love my guitar, but it’s ‘no contest’ against a Martin! Thanks for the chance!
December 10th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
I haven’t bought Guitar Secrets yet, but I have been
downloading some of Dan’s free lessons, and they have
helped me immensely. I believe if I should by Dan’s
amazing guitar secrets, it would help me even more.
But this guitar is for you Young punks, because I’m
the worlds oldest juvenile delinquint at 80 yrs plus.
God bless, Bill
December 10th, 2007 at 7:10 pm
OVER 40 with Kids. HAve no time to play just found your great website and love every minute I have spent on it. It is just that. I can go on anytime for fifteen minutes or an hour when the kids are in bed. Me my new Martin guitar and my laptop…making sweet music till the sun goes down… My old Fender has many camp fire memories but it is just that…a camp fire quitar…
December 10th, 2007 at 7:11 pm
I haven’t bought Guitar Secrets yet, but I have been
downloading some of Dan’s free lessons, and they have
helped me immensely. I believe if I should by Dan’s
amazing guitar secrets, it would help me even more.
But this guitar is for you Young punks, because I’m
the worlds oldest juvenile delinquint at 80 yrs plus.
God bless, Bill
December 10th, 2007 at 7:15 pm
As the Beatles once said….” I’ve got blisters on my fingers….”
Pushing my old guitar strings is like pounding nails with my fingertips… It has more action that a vegas rental unit… As I don’t get a chance to play very often anymore now I have a small family, it sure would be nice to play a new Martin with great action.
December 10th, 2007 at 7:19 pm
I have always wanted to play guitar in Church…with this guitar and course, my dream will be reality.
December 10th, 2007 at 7:21 pm
Learning is a long process, like forever. I use this site and many others, taking what I need at the moment. Why would I want to win this guitar? No-brainer. I used to own a Guild, which was a beautiful guitar, but I was much younger, more stupid and desparate, and traded it in for a Peavey powerhead that I needed at the time (duh). This guitar would more than replace the acoustic guitar I loved so much.
Livin’ the dream, Dale
December 10th, 2007 at 7:32 pm
The course would teach me better aspects of playing the Guitar , which would give me better satisfaction on my playing ability. Which would even sound better on a Martin.
December 10th, 2007 at 7:34 pm
I am a complete novice guitar player and am still exploring the wonderous sounds that I am now able to make because my father taught me a couple of chords. It would be fantastic to sit down with my father and have a jam with him and his Martin D18. And the D16GT will make a spectacular legacy for my 3 year old son who currently loves to strum my current yamaha acoustic as it sits on it’s stand.
December 10th, 2007 at 7:40 pm
I am pumped for Acoustic guitar secrets to arrive as i started playing at age 40 when my daughter brought a guitar home from school. I have been hooked since that day. I love Dave Mathews and hope The new coarse will help me to play some of his songs as well as learn to play the blues better for i love B.B. and Albert Collins. To win a guitar would be great, I am sure it will sound better than the schools guitar and the blues will sound better on steel strings. Keep up the good work Dano looking forward to your acoustic teachings.
December 10th, 2007 at 7:45 pm
Wow…where to start. I have always had the desire to learn to play the guitar. Never had the funds to do so, raising a family instead. Now that I am divorced and the kids are grown and gone…it’s time for “me” to realize all the dreams I put on hold for the benifit of my family. I bought Dan’s course and have the “only” guitar I can afford. I have a PEAL…not a Pearl…lol. Sure would help to have a “real” guitar. Music is “in” me. I had a prophecy over me that I was a worshipper…and that people would come to know God through my worship. Well, I DO worship with my “joyful noise”, but I would love to use a tool like this beautiful Martin to really ’sing His praises’.
I would appreciate the opportunity. 
Thank you,
Tim
December 10th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
Traditional classical studies in music at the university level are more intense then the studies a brain surgeon goes through. Been there done that.(not the brain surgeon part) And in the end they confuse and derail your dreams and belief that you can learn music and play your favorite songs and release into your instrument what you know is locked in your heart. Courses like Dan’s unveil the shroud of complexity they demand you learn for there diploma. Dan’s course pulls you into the core of what makes music. The repeatable shapes and simple awareness of positions for these shapes and patterns. Turning complexity into simplicity.
Piano players have always enjoyed the constant never changing shape’s that repeat seemlisly from key to key and octave to octave that lays before them as they glance at there keyboard. Guitarists are bedazzled by the paradox of the fretboard. And the seemingly endless ill logic of it. Until musicians like Dan have stepped forward to reveal the same shapes patterns and solid positions lay before us the guitarist also. And once revealed the mysteries are uncovered and our eyes opened. Never to be the same again as the music we always wanted to play is at our fingertips and the music we always wanted to write is released from our hearts…Thanks to Dan and all like him who stepped out to save us from the traditional classical teachers of failure!!!
December 10th, 2007 at 7:58 pm
Amazing guitar secrets was a great course. I can’t wait to learn Dan’s spin on my main instrument of choice, the acoustic guitar. It is about time ! Now if I can get a Martin to practice the course with, that would truly rock !
December 10th, 2007 at 8:01 pm
I just want the guitar. I’m sure your course is great
December 10th, 2007 at 8:11 pm
I am 57 years old I have wanted to play the guitar for so long that I have forgotten when I first picked it up. I used to play along with my baby brother, although he was not really a baby, he showed me a lot and we had great times together. He is no longer with us, he past away serveral years ago and I miss him and his playing. He was a left hand player and learned to play right hand guitars upside down. He choice in guitars, Martin. Your lessons I have recieved so far have been a great asset. Thank you
December 10th, 2007 at 8:14 pm
Amazing guitar secrets taught me so much, and I am still not through all of it yet. The acoustic version would be a wonderful asset because that is what I’m really into. I hate to be spiteful but if I could show up with that Martin guitar at my friends house who is always knocking my guitar (he has a gibson)I would love to see the look on his face! Then I would play some cool stuff from the acoustic course for the clincher! Rock on Dan!!
December 10th, 2007 at 8:28 pm
I’m From New Zealand. Bought a beautiful Martin 3 years ago while touring the States. Had it stolen after only 6 months. I sure miss it. Lessons, tipe and assistance is great. Pete
December 10th, 2007 at 8:37 pm
the subtle, yet complete sound of the Martin is the perfect complement to my God given voice…that my daughter Jena describes as the most beautiful voice in the world!!!
December 10th, 2007 at 8:48 pm
the martin guitar, along with the video lesson course would be the perfect gift for my prodigious granddaughter…it could teach her what i can’t…
December 10th, 2007 at 8:54 pm
I’ve been one of those off and on guitar players for most of my 58 years. I’m back on. With the help of the Internet, I’m making great progress, even though the old fingers don’t quite work the way they used to. A friend had a Martin years ago. It has been a want of mine ever since.
December 10th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
I’m excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets course because 99% of other guitar courses out there seem to take the approach that guitar is guitar, whether it is acoustic or electric. It’s rare to come across a course that takes into account the fundamental sonic difference of the acoustic guitar vs. the electric guitar and actually tailors the course based on this obvious yet overlooked difference. That is how I believe I will benefit from it: studying this specialized approach to the acoustic developed by an instructor with a well proven background in teaching guitar, as opposed to the hundreds (or even THOUSANDS!) of generic guitar courses offered “out there” that do not respect the difference in approach to acoustic vs. electric. Did I forget to mention that I’m excited about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course?
Waiting on pins & needles,
Tony B.
December 10th, 2007 at 9:00 pm
I’m surviving on a Social Security Disability Pension so the Martin is way out of my financial league. Also I would have to get it restrung for a Lefty as my left hand had some damage but it’s the Christmas season and I can dream. The martin would make a great accompiment to the Video course and an inspiration.
December 10th, 2007 at 9:01 pm
I am excited about the new things I will be learning with Acoustic Guitar Secrets. However, I won’t benefit as much as my son, Tiny Tim. While waiting for me to come home from work, he will be able to sit by the fireplace, lean on his crutch, and learn how to play the guitar better.
December 10th, 2007 at 9:20 pm
Hi Dan.
Tito here. Why am I excited about your acoustic guitar secrets?
Well, it´s pretty simple for me to answer that. I started of as a newbie on the guitar almost 4 years ago. I was very frustrated when I began, my fingers just wouldnt cooparate when playing, and my brains didnt know a thing about what I was playing and why. I almost quit since I thought that I could never become as good as I dreamed of on the guitar.
Surfing around on the net, I found your site with your first course, AGS (Amazing guitar secrets). I didnt really belive that it would help me that much, but I had to try it, and I was desparate to become a good guitarist. So I got the AGS course, and since that day, my playing got up to a whole new level. The finger strenth excercises seemed to be the key for me, combined with the theory that you teach, in a nice and easy way to understand. With the AGS course in my hand I learned everything I needed to know, and even more. I know what I am playing, and why, plus my fingers just seem to get faster than my brain now(I still do the finger strenth excercises).
And by the way if anyone else will read this. “Any guitarist ows him/herself to learn the theory. At least the basic. That itself will make you a better guitarist. Learn it, you will know what I´m talking about
Anyway, why am I talking about the AGS when it´s about Acoustic guitar secrets now?
Well, because the AGS is the key, it made me NOT quit guitar playing. And it contains SOOO much information for beginners and even advanced players. I really recommend any guitaris to get that one. Heck, I´d recommed them to get all Dans courses.
I got your Blues guitar secret course that came next. That one is very good for anyone interested in mastering the blues. I even learned some jazz too from that course since it covers so much.
From now on I just started buying your stuff upon my succes with your help. You released a LGS(Lead guitar secrets)course. Not that I was interested (yet) in playing lead guitar, but like I mentioned, I had to get it since the other 2 courses made me the person that other guitarist envy. You course are non-bullsh..
They really stand up to your words/promises, and its hard to find such stuff. Believe me, I tried other stuff before yours….
Anyway, I am not done with LGS yet, I´m not even half way yet. I am not even done with the previous course either. Like I mentioned, your courses contain alot of stuff. And it´s only great stuff. And you are already releasing another one. I feel like I gotta finish studying the other courses, BUT I just cant help it. I feel like I gotta own the Acoustic guitar secrets too. I dont wanna miss a thing of your stuff. One of the things I like about you, is that you really want and like to help people learn this instrument they desire, thats a big goal like you said it yourself. And the proof is in the prize. Your courses are worth hell a lot more, but you only charge half of it. Cheers man, us poor people can still keep up. This is even much better than the privat lessons I took before your course.
Now to the truth about why I am excited about Acoustic guitar secrets. Well. This course is probably gonna be on of my favorite I think. I play acoustic guitar. I also have a classic and El-guitar, but acoustic Western has always been my favorite
And now you are realeasing a course about it. OW man. I´m excited alright. But not only that. I got all your courses…. There must be a reason for that, isnt that right. My reason is, that your courses are what a serious guitarist need to make massive progress and become the best guitarist he could be. And the fact that you offer a money back guarante shows how seriously this is.
I could go on telling about what your courses have done for me, but I´ll let people find out themselves. They owe themselves to give it a chance. If not, its their loss.
Anyway, take care, looking forward to your next course.
Best regards,
Romio
December 10th, 2007 at 9:50 pm
Wow! This is incredible! I can’t believe all these awesome comments. I’m totally humbled and grateful. Thank you.
See you on Wednesday, Dec 12!
Cheers!
Dan Denley
December 10th, 2007 at 9:51 pm
Hi I know I would love the Acoustic Guitar Secrets
if it is anything like the blues primer
My guitar is a cheap one but I really am thankful for it
It has been there to help me learn and I live by faith that the Lord will make a way for me to get a nice guitar
I don’t know who will win but I pray that whoever wins gives the Lord the praise and count their blessings
I do want to win and I am no better than anyone else so I pray I have a chance as they do but whoever wins I’ll be very happy for them
thanks blackie
December 10th, 2007 at 9:58 pm
The video courses are super. I’ve been playing for 43 years and have learned a ton from Acoustic Guitar Secrets. Great stuff.
December 10th, 2007 at 10:10 pm
I am excited about Dan’s course for acoustic guitrar because having purchased his blues guitar course, I justt know this will be a perfect supplement and will take my guitar playing to stratospheric heights. He’s a genius!!!
December 10th, 2007 at 10:12 pm
Dan’s Amazing Guitar Secrets, Blue’s Guitar secrets, and Secrets of Lead Guitar courses have been the most helpful courses I’ve ever taken. I first learned to strum chords on an old hand-me-down Kingston guitar and have never looked back. As I have continued to play accoustic and now electic guitar, Dan’s courses have all given me everything I purchased them for and more. Dan’s information and techniques have made me not only a better guitarist, but a better musician. Thankyou for giving us yet another course, and an opportunity to win such a fine 6-string.
December 10th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
Anything Dan Denley has put his name on assures the product is of superior teaching and techniques. Dan is also a great communicator and friendly person who has answered some of the emails personally. I guess this will cost me but
do I have a subscription to Acoustic Guitar Secrets? I have the Jammerama which is a classic great course.
December 10th, 2007 at 10:40 pm
Hi, At first I hesitant to purchase Dan’s Lead Guitar Course.Now a few months into the course, I have to say it’s probably the best thing I’ve done. Thank you, Dan, you’re a great teacher and seem to be good bloke. You have continually kept in contact with new stuff to work on, and now that you are going to release your new acoustic course, will be very exciting. You seem to put in an incredible amount of time into your projects. Would love to meet you one day. Thank’s
December 10th, 2007 at 10:41 pm
I really enjoy your videos. The video courses are well done and easy to understand. I’ve been looking for a great guitar and I heard Martins are the best guitars. Martin’s craftsmanship and sound is second to none. Thank you for this opportunity to own a Martin guitar.
December 10th, 2007 at 11:07 pm
I’ve been following the Amazing guitar secrets newslettters. Even though I haven’t started trying them because of problems with my right arm. I find them informative and educational. If I had the opportunity to be starting on a Martin when my arm heals that would be a dream come true. What better way to begin again then with
The amazing guitar secrets course. It’s easy to see the two coming together to make beautiful music.
December 10th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
I love the fact that I always get their newsletters like clockwork. That makes me believ this is no fly by night organization. One but needs to read the regular emails from these guys to know they know what their doing and see their expertise.
December 10th, 2007 at 11:35 pm
I have been picking and picking through now some 40 years and very little progress. But now - what a difference! I practise and exercise according to your lessons and right at the next level! I understand the music, I recognize the rhytm patterns, I hear the keys and I almost can do the whole fretboard in all seven positions - major and minor. I am amazed.
I have been playing so much that my acoustic guitar broke so I really, really need a new one
Many thanks to Dan.
December 10th, 2007 at 11:46 pm
I tried the other courses and although excellent courses they weren’t geared for acoustic. I know that might not matter to many people but it does for me. Now the other courses (Guitar Secrets and the Blues course) were excellent and helpful, but I can’t wait to get my hands on this one!
December 10th, 2007 at 11:51 pm
I would like to win the Martin guitar for one simple reason: To play it! As for the course, I’ve marked it on my calendar to order it as soon as it is available and would have pre-ordered if possible. This is the course I’ve been waiting for, even though I’ve ordered others from Dan. Like many, I’ve reviewed the samples and have provided feedback. I’m strictly a acoustic player and have learned a lot, and will learn a lot more with the course. In the end though, it’s all about playing. Makin’ the Martin sound heavenly through the course from Dan Denley.
December 11th, 2007 at 12:17 am
Can’t wait to purchase the new Acoustic Guitar course; wouldn’t mind having the new Martin, either!
December 11th, 2007 at 12:38 am
HI!Dan,
Hope everything’s fine at work and home.The reason I would like have a martin guitar as it is hand picked by you Dan who is my teacher “Guru” as called in India which holds a very high place in our society.A guru holds a place as father figure in a students mind and heart down here. Getting a guitar from your guru is the most honorable moment in my life which I would cherish as long as I’m alive which would still carry on in the family.After getting Dan’s Amazing guitar secrets and the Blues addition my life as changed so much I have no words to express.I’m doing the best thing in all my life I wanted to do play the guitar and Dan took me by my hand showed me the way! I have gone so far now there is no turning back.I thank you Dan for what you have done for me and I’m dame sure you have done the same to many other students who feel the same way.May God bless you and your family and give you the strength to carry on changing people’s life and giving them a better reason wanting to live longer and happier through you teaching.
Warm regards,
Cresswell
December 11th, 2007 at 1:16 am
I’m looking forward to the Acoustic course for Christmas! I picked up the guitar for the first time in my forties and can’t believe how much Dan’s tips have helped so far. Keep up the good work!
December 11th, 2007 at 1:53 am
I just lost my job and had to sell the 2 guitars I did have .I miss playing.
Cheers
Pete
December 11th, 2007 at 2:12 am
acoustic guitar secrets explains how to learn and understand guitars from note or tab..and beginners like me can be a pro
December 11th, 2007 at 2:48 am
Hi Dan…”Secrets” would be great and that Martin looks and sounds great!
Every night as I close my eyes to sleep;
My cruddy guitar playing makes me weep;
My fingers bleed as I try to play the chords;
Those steel strings cut my fingers like a knife:
Can I find a teacher who can teach me to play?
Dan and his amazing “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” is the way;
No more frustration,no more pain;
With his “Secrets” I have a world of wonderfull music to gain!
Yea,Dans my man to help me make my stand;
To be a guitar muso will be trully grand;
To stand and play a Martin;
The finest guitar in all the land;
Well,I would be in seventh heaven;
My musical skills nolonger spartan!!
December 11th, 2007 at 3:56 am
Hi Dan mate,
My correspondences with guitar secrets practically turned the urge and motivation to learn guitar after 20 years especially the techniques,i always give credit when credit due and in this case i am sending you loads of gratitude for you great effort to promote your passion of teaching guitar.
i am doing the same thing with teaching kids and people how to surf ,understand the sport and equipment.i have been surfing for 38 years(professionally since i was 10) and the same passion and energy soul surfers and soul guitarist have in them we both share.
i wish you all the success in your continues effort to pass the message around.
regards,woody
Sydney,Australia
December 11th, 2007 at 5:05 am
I have always dreamt to play the guitar. Maybe my wish may come true.
Best Wishes
Vee
December 11th, 2007 at 7:08 am
Hello Dan
well, presently working out with lead guitar secrets
and would be really great full to work out on good gear.
am in caribbean where goodear is hard to get and cost a fortune.I know that this course will definately be comlemented by martin.
take care man.
December 11th, 2007 at 7:25 am
I bought Blues Guitar Secrets earlier this year which I can highly recommend. Will definitely be buying the Acoustic Guitar Secrets - wouldn’t mind a Martin to go with it!
December 11th, 2007 at 7:54 am
Hi Dan,
I’ve been playing guitar for quite a while, never really improving, that is…until I came across your amazing guitar secrets course.I’d never seen anything like it, nothing comes close! It completely blew me away! That’s why I’m exited about this new course. If it’s anything like the first one it’s bound to be awesome!
December 11th, 2007 at 8:09 am
Hi Dan
Amazing? - Yes!
Guitar? - Yes!
Secrets? - Thankfully No!!!
It seems to me that more and more people in this world are becoming increasingly unwilling to share the things that give them an edge, advantage or supremacy over others. Thankfully you are not one of them, so keep on sharing, we want to know all of your guitaring secrets!
If your goal was for every aspiring guitarist to at least have the chance to “amaze” themselves and others within earshot, then I must say you scored a home run for sure.
Also, for you to offer one hard working wannabe “amazer” a Martin guitar is a real special gesture.
Could any of us do it justice? I don’t know, but I’m certain we’d all make our fingers bleed trying.
Cheers Dan and thanks for making guitar practice fun again.
Mr Slidey
December 11th, 2007 at 8:55 am
i started learning the guitar twice but my teachers time was always clashing with other classes. Now i am a teacher and to have the instrument and the self taught course i can really finish this . i am really passionate about playing and want to finally finish my course. and prove to my family that i can do it. and set an example for my sister that anything you put your mind to yo can do if you just persue it with all your might. it will workout
December 11th, 2007 at 9:14 am
It’s just fun learning new stuff, when you got nothing going on you can always pick up a guitar and sooth your soul, creat, practice or learn. This course works for me!
December 11th, 2007 at 9:21 am
I believe the course will help me in my ministry at my church, passing along guitar technique in worship to those younger than myself (which is just about everybody!) and those with less experience with the guitar and/or music and/or worship.
The instrument would be a welcome addition for acoustic worship.
Also, it will help me overcome, and not pass along, bad habits learned over 30 years of playing.
December 11th, 2007 at 9:24 am
Well I am 42 years old and started playing when I was 8. I went through the old Mel Bay books in formal lessons about 30 years ago and finally threw them in the closet and got out the 45s yeah records to learn by ear. Courses like Amazing Guitar Secrets just was not available as there was no internet back in the 70s, so the wall I have hit as a player I am hopeful can be broken with courses like Dan’s. As for the Martin, well I have never won anything in my entire life, but I can assure you as my instruments are ok, a Squire Strat, a Main Street Tele and a OS Jumbo Accoustic, I could only dream of owning a Martin anything:)
December 11th, 2007 at 9:29 am
I am not excited about this website. I have never paid money to learn guitar via the internet and I never intend to. That being said, I would probably not benefit from it in any way. I would, however, benefit from a free Martin acoustic guitar.
SteveBrown Rules!
Wu-Tang forever!
December 11th, 2007 at 9:38 am
I hit the age (speed limit) of 55 this past summer; and I have never been fortunate enough to own an acoustic as fine as a Martin. Having read a couple of the previous comments: I have been that guy playing guitar around the campfire but did not necessarily “get the girl.” Even at my age, armed with this Martin, I know that I could accomplish this. And I would rather not be forced to complain to AARP if I failed to win.
December 11th, 2007 at 9:41 am
At 40 years old, I could go on and on about how I played the piano and organ as a child, and performed at church until my teen years when I was just OVER IT. I could tell you that four years ago I was given an inexpensive Yamaha acoustic to learn, but couldn’t afford lessons. But what I will tell you is that sheer persistence and drive to figure this thing out has paid off until now. I’ve hit a brick wall with my learning and my ability to learn by ear is quickly abandoning me. It’s a little depressing.
Two of my staff are a member of a bluegrass gospel group and for years I’ve admired their flaming fast flat picking on that antique Martin acoustic. Watching them is inspirational and HEARING THAT MARTIN is absolutely the most amazing experience in my musical history. Your course, combined with this Martin will be the missing key to unlock the full potential of what I know I can do. Your course makes COMPLETE SENSE TO ME! Your simple clear and concise. The sample videos are very simple and gives me A GOAL and a structure to my practices. Thanks, and I look forward to purchasing your course and playing that fantastic Martin!
December 11th, 2007 at 9:58 am
I would love winning this Martin D16GT guitar. I had to sell my guitar with case and tuner several years ago just before the birth of my son to raise money. Two years ago I purchased a small child size guitar for my son for Christmas so I could teach him some of the things I had taught myself. I realized how much I have forgotten how to play. I am a large woman and would love to have a fine, good sized guitar like the Martin D16GT. I love the portability of a guitar and as I travel a lot I could take it with me. I love the idea of teaching my son so that the next generation can find the enjoyment of guitar playing that I had. We love to dance and sing together and this would be great to have for myself and him. There is nothing better than playing a great sounding instrument that just makes you want to pick it up and play at every opportunity. As I can’t see affording even a much less expensive guitar for a couple more years, winning this guitar would be the ultimate in pleasure for me. Words just cannot express my desire to win it.
December 11th, 2007 at 10:22 am
This Martin guitar would be the icing on the cake for an old fart like me. I have always aspired to learn the guitar but something else always came up. Now I finally have the time
to enjoy this beautiful instrument and learn to play on the best. I have always been told to buy or use the best you can afford and this goes beyond my expectations. To win this guitar would be a dream come true.
December 11th, 2007 at 10:41 am
After laying off the guitar for over twenty years & now joining our church’s praise team, I believe the fundamentals learned from this course will get me back on track & allow me to have a great foundation to teach the next generation of praise worshipers.
P.S. Having a great guitar to teach with won’t hurt either.
December 11th, 2007 at 10:47 am
I have a 1 1/2 year old grandson living with me and we enjoy music very much. I bought him a small guitar at one year old and I am teaching him to strum. I have played guitar for many years but all self taught. I have enjoyed your guitar programs that I have purchased so far and find improvement gaining ground. It is my desire to learn the true fundementals so that when I teach him he gets it from the start not like I chose to do. Your new course Amazing Guitar Secrets should give a great foundation not only for my grandson and myself but for my church ministry as well. The guitar goes to my grandson so when he gets older and watches the video’s he can play that guitar.
You have done a wonderful service. Keep up the great work and dedication of long hours!
Bob
December 11th, 2007 at 11:14 am
Hi Dan,
I am looking forward to your new course Acoustic Guitar Secrets, as I expect it will give me the tools in a way that holds my interest, so that I learn to play basic guitar. I have take lessons but want a structured approach that I can refer to when I am practicing at home to keep me on track. I have enjoyed the free video lessons, but no broadband at home (country living in Ireland!).
Bring it on!
Peter
December 11th, 2007 at 12:00 pm
Man, I just love music, and love to have no limits when it comes to musical possibilities (and also when it comes to living, but that’s another story)! Theese brand new secrets are, probably, the next step to the endless. I’m looking foward to take it, and guess what!? I’m a couple of months away from buying a new acoustic guitar! Maybe I don’t need to…
Thank u!
Rafa
December 11th, 2007 at 12:04 pm
My Ovation guitar needs an overhaul - it’s been through alot over the last 30 years. Street ministry in Camden N.J., Prison ministry, Soup kitchens and Homeless shelters and many Churches to name a few.
I need a Good guitar to work with while I put
“Ole Bettsy” down for a makeover - So Give It Up, Dude,I needed like yesterday!
Oh yeah, that guitar lesson would come in handy too -
since I aint had any yet!
Thanks - Brother Sam
December 11th, 2007 at 12:38 pm
I am not sure what I can call myself. I know a cords and a few scales. But after viewing the sample videos of your new course I can see that I would benifit greatly from it.From what I could tell it appears your course is very well presented. I love the sound of an acoustic guitar I have owned a Tak since 1985. I also love finger picking which I noticed was on your course.
December 11th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
when I first heard about the acoustic guitar secrets cds, I checked the web every day for the release anouncement. I am an intermediate guitar player. My old acoustic is a Maybell from the nineteen thirties. I am recently retired and have had a love affair with Maybell for years. I must admit she is quite difficult and moody at the best of times. Even though I have spoiled and pampered her with new strings and regular cleaning. Her stubborness and finger biting never deterred my will to improve my guitar playing each day. I purchased lead guitar secrets when the book and cds first came out. Unbelievable lessons and a joy to watch. Dan’s dedication and generosity exudes on screen during his verbal and playing instruction. A total beginner or professional can reap the beefits as I did from this course. Lastly, with the upcoming acoustic guitar secrets, I can only imagine how it would sound on a new Martin guitar. Thanks again for caring and passing along your learned schooling Dan. Sincerely. Clair Byer
December 11th, 2007 at 12:52 pm
Cool looking course. Will it have any fingerstyle lessons, ala Chet Atkins etc?
December 11th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
Music brings forth the inner soul and voice. A Martin guitar accompanied by the online course is the best possible combination to express the inner musical appreciation. I am an intermediate player who has brought much joy to the lives of children through years of teaching.
This would be greatly enhanced by the additonal of a top quality Martin instrument with brilliant online guitar training presented by Dan.
The combination of these two aspects would enable me to spread music more effectively as a means of expression and self-indulgence.
A Martin guitar would be the backbone of a lifetime of musical appreciation and be the best and most reliable instrument to assist others in their quest for musical expression.
Thanks Dan for all you have done to spread the joy of music for a world in which electronic sampling has sapped creativity and expression.
December 11th, 2007 at 1:02 pm
My job has taken me to another city, which has unfortunately taken me away from my Fiancee. So aside from working crazy hours and coming home to an empty apartment, my current guitar has become my constant companion. I could think of no other better addition to my “displaced family (ie. me and my guitar)” then a Martin acoustic.
I am now understanding the blues …
thanks for listening.
December 11th, 2007 at 1:03 pm
I’m from Panama and for years I had tried to find good live courses of guitar playing but Dan’s courses are way better than any course available. I had bought and studied all Dan’s courses from Amazing Guitar Secrets, Amazing Blues Guitar Secrets to Lead Guitar Secrets. All the 3 are outstanding courses, the quality of the material, and level of their contents are really impressive. You can really utilize these materials to improve your playing capabilities, music knowledge. If you study the material it would almost like studying in a Music Academy or University but at very low cost. I’m excited to get the Dan’s new course. I recommend specially to guitar players living overseas, to buy Dan’s courses.
December 11th, 2007 at 1:29 pm
Being a father with a child with several health conditions including emotional and low self esteem, music therapy has been the best medicine for her. I have your original course , however it is really cool on the electric and help with music theory.
She needs something like this new acoustic course that will help her play songs without all the difficult theory and scales. I do believe your new course will be the answer.
thanks for a great job,
Randy
December 11th, 2007 at 1:32 pm
I have been trying to play the guitar for a number of years. I can learn the chords but I just don’t pick up any rhythm. I have worked with your e-mail lessons and find that they are very helpful. I am excited about the acoustic guitar series and want to be one of the first to make a purchase.
December 11th, 2007 at 2:24 pm
There is no sound better that a good guitar in the hands of a good guitarist. I’m not a great guitarist but I’m working on it and I know a great sound when I hear it. I record tracks in a studio in my home. I don’t do this for money because that takes the fun out of it. I do it for my own enjoyment, along with a friend or two once in a while. I play an electric guitar and am working on “Blues Secrets” But the sound that really trips my trigger and takes me into the zone, is the sound of a good acoustic guitar. Over the years, I have met some excellent & well known guitarists. And most of them had a Martin acoustic for the unplugged jamming. This Martin would seldom be heard outside of my studio. And I have much to learn about playing an acoustic guitar well. But the enjoyment that I and a few select friends would get out of hearing and playing a Martin acoustic guitar cannot be defined.
December 11th, 2007 at 2:25 pm
The acoustic course makes me aware of elements that I have overlooked or haven’t found at all. It would increase my talents and skills plus open my eyes to various other manuevers on the acoustic guitar. I enjoy playing acoustic and electric guitar to the most, its a very great stress relief for me and if I progress in it then i feel even greater. I believe that this program would be very beneficial to me and also that the guitar would be a great encouragement to push forward… it would also be an amazing guitar to pass down the family line with my kids, once i get some that is.
December 11th, 2007 at 3:37 pm
Acoustic Guitar Pick - $4.00
Elixir Light Acoustic Guitar Strings W/Nanoweb -$ 26.00
SKB ATA Molded Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Case - $369.99
Martin D-16GT Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar played by Dan Denley - PRICELESS
December 11th, 2007 at 3:45 pm
I’ve not been successfully self-taught and private lessons are too expensive; I’m a visual learner and I think that Dan’s course may be the means by which I can achieve the many goals I’ve set for myself.
Respectfully submitted,
Alex Martinez
December 11th, 2007 at 3:46 pm
I love to win a guitar like the Martin D-GT , because i need a guitar urgent to order your lessons. Thanks. . .
December 11th, 2007 at 4:10 pm
It’s simple….IT WORKS! if you want to get past your roadblocks in playing…you need to get some help and this is the place. Paul Harris
December 11th, 2007 at 4:18 pm
I had few years without playing guitar. I owned classical and electic guitar. About 1 year and few months ago i loaded Dan’s pentatonic soloing e-book in fretplay site. And i’m in that way. I have all Dan’s courses and i think i get the acoustic secrets too. Because of Dan’s blues guitar secrets i bought acoustic guitar too, a cheap one. i live other site of ocean in Finland and it’s little bit hard to write my thoughts in other language. Music does not know border of countries, thats our common way to communicate. Greetings from Finland, the home country of Santa Claus!
December 11th, 2007 at 4:36 pm
The great thing about Dan Denley is that he speaks our language and if there is something you dont understand, he shows you what he means.
That is the key to great teaching, im sure this new accoustic guitar secrets will be no different.
December 11th, 2007 at 6:33 pm
Because,… these Aliens showed up at the house the other nite, right out of the sky!!, and while I was doing my best to show them some basics, (on my ‘old beater’, which I truly LOVE,) I just thought, “Man, It would be AWESOME, if I had one of good ole’ Dan’s new, “Acoustic Guitar Secrets”, DVD’s to lay on these ‘Cats’,… but, alas, it just wasn’t to be. They promised to return soon though, so,…maybe, If I’m lucky, my HERO, Dan, will surprise me with not only the new DVD, but a totally awesome, bitchin’, Martin guitar to really impress my new friends, (and old friends alike!)
…Gee Dan, do you really think there’s a Santa Claus? “)
Happy Holidays my friend!!
Peace~
December 11th, 2007 at 8:54 pm
well were do i start , i love to play my guitar, when i try to play it takes me miles away . and i been playing for about 1yr. now. when i first started my fingers hurt so bad . but i wanted to learn.and i had found your web site, which it showed me some cords, and i kept practiceing . untill they sounded right. and i work a 3-11 shift , when i get home its the first thing i pick up . but i have to be quiet as not to wake the wife and kids. then before i know its like 1:30 or 2:00 am. and no i dont have any of your guitarsecrets dvds ,but maybe soon i will be able to get one. i guess what i’m trying to say is that i would love to win this martin guitar , thanks for teaching me…..
December 11th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
Hey Dan…I would like to win your guitar, because I always wanted a really nice guitar. And learning to play would mean so much to me! I sing in a gospel choir and though we have a great bassist, it would be wonderful to play guitar. There are some really talented folks in my choir, but no one will step up and play guitar. I would like to be that person, but I have to know what I’m doing!And there is so much music in my soul, and I need a way to share the music in my head with the listening world! Thanks & Happy Holidays!..Rrrr
December 11th, 2007 at 10:01 pm
Unplugged is real…………and with your new course………you can teach an old Dog new tricks. And being an old Dog from Pennsylvania, I would grovel big time to have my very own Martin. I’ve never owned a new Guitar, always had beaters that I rebuilt………..constantly. You know the drill. They sound great, just don’t play real well, and I have the calouses to prove it. Wish I had 1/10 of your talent. Enough said!
December 11th, 2007 at 10:15 pm
I have been poor all my ife. I have an old beat up Takemine that I picked up at a Yard sale for $5 and a Yamaha that was given to me by a person I met at my sons school. He gave it to me because my son John wanted to play. He is 14 and has been trying to learn for 2 years on the same old Yamaha. Honestly, playing the guitar is the only thing that he enjoys doing in life, (besides watch TV and listen to music) and it is the one thing that we have in common and can do together. I would love to give him the Martin, as it will surely spur him on to keep his interest in playing for the rest of his life, most importantly the next four or five years where it is so easy to go down the wrong path in life. Once he realizes wht it is, he will cherish it and it will be with him for the rest of life. That’s it, I just want to give it my son.
December 11th, 2007 at 11:07 pm
Dan,
When I was searching the web for guitar lessons and stumbled upon your website I new I had found the guy that I wanted to teach me to be a better player. The one thing that you said and that completely sold me was ” If you have been playing the same old stuff on your guitar and have not made any progress in many years then this is the course for you”. I have been playing for about 25 years and I absolutely fit that description. I purchased your Amazing Guitar Secrets about 2 weeks ago and I must tell you that my instinct was correct. I have already learned some things that have helped me be a better player and I now practice every night and look forward to picking up my guitar again. I hope to purchase your Acoustic Guitar Secrets in the near future and also hope that I will be following your instruction on a new Martin. I can’t thank you enough for the motivation and the inspiration you have given me to play again and to continue my progess. Best Wishes…
December 11th, 2007 at 11:18 pm
I realy,realy need a good guitar to play.
December 11th, 2007 at 11:44 pm
I’ve played guitar for many years but never had any formal lessons. I bought my first guitar when I started my freshman year in college, bought a few books of songs I knew, and learned to strum along. Even though I was a novice my guitar was a great escape and good way to relax over the years. Eight years ago I broke my little finger and lost all motion in my first knuckle (I still can’t bend my pinky)! I was unable to play. Gave my old Yamaha guitar away to my son because he wanted to learn to play. I watched a young man perform some of the old party classics on an acoustic guitar at one of our company functions and decided I was going to learn over again. Bought another guitar and signed up for a lesson program on the internet. As I practiced and stuck to a structured lesson plan I began to improve and gain confidence that I never had years before. I purchased your Blues Guitar Secrets in order to learn a little more about music theory and how to begin putting the whole package together. I’m really looking forward to Acoustic Guitar Secrets to take me to the next level in my playing. By the way, I played at my company function four weeks ago! Really have enjoyed your lessons! Thanks!
December 11th, 2007 at 11:52 pm
I teach music at local community college. I often refer to Dan’s videos for assistance with teaching guitar. There are a lot of methods out there on the internet that teach chops and techniques and little “tricks”, but Acoustic Guitar Secrets is the only one that I’ve seen that merges technique with the necessary music theory that gives you the “why’s” of what you are being taught. This helps students learn more on their own!
December 12th, 2007 at 12:16 am
Hello Dan
I have always been an acoustic guitar aficionado, ever since the America; came out with Horse with No Name. I used to practice by reading the sheet music and play the record so I can play along. Some parts sounded good, some didn’t! Unfortunately, I had put the guitar down for quite awhile, I went into the Air Force way back when. Enlisted for four stayed six. (Actually I was stationed at the base in England were America got their start.) Once I left active duty to join my current job with the Fire Department of New York but I continued with the reserves for a total of twenty four years. I have almost as many with the fire department. A couple of years ago I decided that I wanted to really learn how to play the guitar but I didn’t want to go for lessons, so I searched the internet for guitar courses and happened upon your website. I purchased Amazing Guitar Secrets. Totally impressed and top notch, so I broke out my old Ovation Matrix, restrung it and started practicing. The Ovation still sounded great but the baby was tired, the finish was cracked due to flexing of the neck over the years; a couple of tuners were cracked. I really didn’t want to beat up the classic. I purchased another guitar so I can have my Ovation fixed because I started to have progress over the old way I used to play. Now when I practice my wife asks is that you or the record..LOL
Dan had developed a course that was easy to follow, understand and came with a great user friendly website and personnel emails. I additionally purchased his Blues Guitar Secrets and Lead guitar Secrets. I will be “ONLINE” to purchase the Acoustic guitar Secrets when it becomes available. All I can say is that if Dan decides to come up with “Amazing Harmonica Secrets”, Purchase it because it will be the best!!!! Thanks,
December 12th, 2007 at 2:21 am
Been playing over 40 years and at 69, I still love to learn. Could never afford lessons in those years so what I picked up was hard earned. I use a Martin DC-15E,Mahogany. What a great “Martin” sound. Dan has a way to present material where it is understandable to a laymen such as I. I am a “country” picker but through the lessions I recieve from Dan in the emails shows me the same riffs and rills will apply to most styles and types of music. Keep those “hot licks” comming ! Looking forward to the knowledge and better understanding of music that Guitar Secrets can give.
December 12th, 2007 at 8:47 am
Music is for living, Music is for life and most important Music is for fun. In over 50 years of a love affair with music I have had the opportunity to pass on what I know to many people. Whether or not I am fortunate enough to win this guitar I will continue to pass on what I know to others. Much of what you are passing on to others is an excellent step by step progression of learning to play an instrument that I have had some difficulty mastering. Your hints with regard to practice techniques including rhythm followed by notes are excellent. Continue the good work on your Accoustic Guitar Secrets. Hopefully you find a suitable entry within these many to win this guitar.
Blessings and continued success
December 12th, 2007 at 9:05 am
Here I sit watching the countdown on your web site awaiting 9:00 AM Eastern to purchase my copy of Acoustic Guitar Secrets. I am pumped! Now a chance to win a Martin?! The guitar gods are looking out for me. I know I will benefit from the video lessons a great deal. I have been playing for a little over a year, self taught, inspired my 13 year old daughter. I look forward to the variety of lessons that Dan has developed in his professional, easygoing manner. My daughter and I would love to hold, pick and strum that Martin D16GT as we continue to learn how to play this beautiful instrument. 54 minutes to go…Yahoo!!!!
December 12th, 2007 at 9:35 am
TYPO - I meant to say; inspired *by* my 13 year old daughter…24 minutes, 15 seconds…
December 12th, 2007 at 12:53 pm
Last year I took the plung and bought a Jamorama course to help me get started with guitar. I love to play, but I’m still not where I want to be.
Acoustic Guitar Secrets looks like the right tool to get me to the next level. I’ve already learned some important priciples from your “free” lessons, I can hardly wait to see where this will take me.
Also. .
It would be great to learn these lesson on a new Martin!
You’re a good teacher, Dan. Keep up the good work.
Pastor Mike Van Arsdale
Rochester, PA
December 12th, 2007 at 1:06 pm
I bought Lead Guitar Secrets and Blues Guitar Secrets just months ago. I play along with the DVD and having Dan’s clear explanations, my blind spots are cleared up. After watching the videos, I can’t resist to buy the Acoustic Guitar Secrets and am looking forward to the arrival of the DVDs. My wife must love to hear the finger picking technique which play by me later. HaaaHaaaHaaaa.
December 12th, 2007 at 1:16 pm
I have “played” guitar for many years, unfortunately, not too well! And the reason I have not played all that well is simply because everyone that I have taken lessons from has not been able to bring it down to a level that makes me want to learn! I have been enjoying the free lessons that you have offered and have found them to be “inspiring” and very helpful: as a matter of fact, I can say without reservation that I have learned more by watching your videos and viewing your lessons on line than all the lessons I have taken before combined! So, I am definitely excited about the possibilities of the new lesson you are offering and hope to be able to purchase one, and of course, learning on a brand new Martin would just really set it all “over the top!”
Thanks Dan!
December 12th, 2007 at 1:52 pm
As an inspiring pedagogy and musician I believe Acoustic Guitar Secrets would be a vital addition to any musicians library. Especially to help carry on the knowledge of our generations music to the next.
December 12th, 2007 at 2:20 pm
Amazing Guitar Secrets course is Excellent in All catagories. I am looking forward to learning about Acoustic Guitar (especially Finger Picking). Dan and his staff are great. Thanks. Highly recommend for guitar players of all levels!
December 12th, 2007 at 3:17 pm
I have recently had my 21 yr old Takamine accoustic vandalized I no longer HAVE a guitar!!!! This would help restore my sanity!!!! PLEASE!!!!!
December 12th, 2007 at 5:10 pm
AAAARRRRRGGGG…….Missionaries, Handicapped, Stolen Guitars, Guitars that are pitiful, and worst of all I haven’t the money for your program. How does one stand out from the truly needy. Do I need this Martin, no of course not. Do I want this Martin, Oh yeah you betcha I do.
There are many who probably could use it more than me. But here I am anyways hope beyond hope that I’ll find this wonderful guitar under the ole Christmas tree. Or if not the Martin at least the Amazing Guitar Secrets Course (aside to the wife “Are you listening Dear”)
December 12th, 2007 at 5:37 pm
ive always loved music, and was a lead singer in a couple bands when i was youger. at 30 years old i got the ambition to learn to play harmonica and acoustic guitar. iv’e been playing for over 20 yrs now; i was self taught, but i hit a wall, skillwise, after about 5 plus yrs. im 52 now; and i got tired of listening to myself playing the same old stuff. ive always told my kids, “if you want a change in your life, you’ve got to change what your doing. i went online and saw your course, and ordered guitar secrets. in 4 days i corrected my finger picking and am working on the finger strenghening excersises. i am pumped like you wouldnt believe!! ive just ordered acoustic guitar secrets, and cant wait to get it! im confident its going to make me a much better guitar player, and keep me busy… probably for years! ive been playing my guitar more than i ever have. thanks dan.
December 12th, 2007 at 5:48 pm
I live in New Orleans and we’re still dealing with a lot of issues recovering from Hurricane Katrina. Since we came so very close to losing our rich musical culture in this area, I’ve come to really appreciate the power of music to bring people together. Although I’m a beginner, I feel I owe it to my city to contribute to our musical roots. I can think of no better way to make my city proud than to play a beautiful Martin guitar.
December 12th, 2007 at 5:53 pm
i just gave my old guitar to my son who is on his 3rd tour in Iraq…He said he would like to learn to play and I can’t seem to muster up the dicipline to learn..I have looked at you course and I did purchase Amazing Guitar Sectets..I think that is yours…. since I don’t have a guitar now I could sure use that Martin.I promise I will practice every day!
December 12th, 2007 at 5:55 pm
first id like to say hello to dan and thank you soo much for the bountiful information i’ve recieved in your emails.thaank you! when i was a child of 10 or so i became aware of my passion for music and guitars,im now turning 28 and have children of my own who also love to learn. with the assistance of your blessing id be extremely ecstatic to continue on with this ever growing passion of ours to share and teach with those around me also wanting to further their skills as a guitarist.if i am a possibility, i swear to send updated videos on how this will improve my skills as a guitarist and teacher. thaank you!!
December 12th, 2007 at 6:09 pm
I have always loved music. Particularly guitar music.
But my family did not care for my “playing”. It was just plucking,plinking and strumming like mad.
Well about onr year ago I purchased Your “Amazing Guitar Secrets” course. The family quit running out. As I picked up speed and skill my sons started hanging around wanting me to show them what I was doing. While practicing the free lessons from your new “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” my wife started coming in to listen. Now she wants to start relearning piano so that we can accompany each other.
How great is that! What a great teacher and practice will do.
I’m really looking forward to learning more finger picking skills and “jazzy blues”
Thanks Dan!
December 12th, 2007 at 6:27 pm
Acoustic guitar is the real deal, playing acoustic is art, love, and an acoustic guitar can be a best friend in the time of need. Guitar playing has been in my family for generations, just sitting around playing. singing and clapping the hands. Acoustic Guitar Secrets will add many more hours of enjoyment to our family sitting, playing and singing during the Holiday Season. Acoustic guitar fits all life styles, religions and country of origin.
December 12th, 2007 at 6:32 pm
Why: In learning how to play the guitar, I’ve been looking for the method that is sound fundamentally. However, I’m wasting a lot of money–and time–trying different methods because they have failed to help me develop acoustic guitar skills I can own and apply (e.g. trying to play many of my favorite songs but getting frustrated easily).
How: I believe the lessons from “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” will help me stop doing what I described above in the “why.” Instead, the “Acoustic Guitar Secrets” lessons will help me develop knowledge and skills that will not only form the lifelong foundation of my guitar-playing but also open up to creative and fun learning.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
learning the acoustic is the basis for all other types of guitars and musical styles. learning proper finger movement, picking technique, strumming and basic music reading is essential to have a lasting, enjoyable guitar playing experience.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:03 pm
I believe that if one truly wants to learn the acoustic secrets they must apply everything that the video shows and not skip from lesson to another lesson until they have the chords etc. down pat. If anyone wants to really learn there are no short cuts just play practicing and learning each lesson until mastered. Why purchase good intrutional material if you don’t follow the plan. It takes months or even years before someone becomes truly an accomplished guitar player and even then you never stop learning. These lessons will point you in the right direction but the student must stay on the path inorder to take full advantage of these great lessons.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:10 pm
I would love to have this Martin guitar,my Dad has been playing for about 20 years,he is blind and would love to own a martin,
December 12th, 2007 at 7:19 pm
Sometimes things are simple. The reasons why someone plays the guitar and sounds like an angel, do not matter. The sound matters. The reasons why I want to use the Acoustic Guitar Secrets do not matter. The quality of the material matters. It will help make me create the sound that others will say…its like an angel.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:21 pm
Hi Dan,
I have all 4 of your courses and found everyone one of them very helpful. Your skills and patients in teaching and explaining everything almost into simple understandings. Since I bought your first course my playing has improved dramatically, my friends and family have really noticed the difference in my playing. I am really starting to understand what it is I am doing on the fret board now and can’t wait until I get the Acoustic course to get into that. What I am really excited about in your new course is learning chord fills and the arpeggios, I am sure with the Acoustic course I am going to learn and combinding that with the lead guitar course I am really going to become a excellent guitar player in the future with the dedication and passion that you keep me striving for playing guitar in your courses. I hope someaday when I feel most comfortable I can make and send you a video of me playing what your courses have taught me.
Thanks again Dan for all your hard work and dedication to teaching the guitar.
Keep on picking
Paul
December 12th, 2007 at 7:38 pm
It would be wonderful to win such a nice guitar. The only other thing I’ve ever won was a draft lottery number of 267 back during the Viet Nam war.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
I am excited about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets because it will help me with my hands. i have had 3 surgerys and trying to learn the guitar is therapy for them.i hope to become a guitarist so I can play for my kids and grandchilren as well. having a new martin would be very rewarding in itself, but to play it would be even better.
thank you, Tim
December 12th, 2007 at 7:48 pm
Words can’t desribe how excited I am about Acoustic Guitar Secrets,I severed the tendons in my right hand from an accident at work.I was devastated! I thought I would never play again! Now with that I’m not saying that I’m Alex Lifeson! I’m a Rythum player,but it came in handy in the band I was in sometimes. Seeing that I was the lead singer!But gradually I started playing again,as time past and my hand got better with therapy And with some real determination!Now I can at least play for my friends when they come over and be prety happy with it! And with what Ive seen so far on the Acoustic Guitar Secrets Web site, I think with the Martin at my side I can really broaden my play library;with renewed vigour!That and I’ve always been a blue callor stiff,could only dream of ownig such a beautiful guitar such as the Martin!Thanks for your cosideration! TazzMan!!!
December 12th, 2007 at 7:51 pm
This Martin guitar would be a wonderful gift for someone who could not otherwise afford a really nice instrment.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:51 pm
i’m excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets and believe that i will benefit from the course by winning this guitar
December 12th, 2007 at 7:54 pm
I could really use an Acoustic guitar. It would compliment my Electric’s. I haven’t played an Acoustic for about 30 years.
December 12th, 2007 at 7:57 pm
Wow. A chance to win a Martin acoustic guitar, just like the one my hero Willie Nelson plays. I promise not to punch any holes in it though. If I win, look at all the good things that will happen to me.
1. Little children will follow me down the street, grabbing my pantlegs, begging for my autograph.
2. As I will be too busy to eat, I should drop about 50 lbs, and become a chick magnet.
3. My wife will be a lot happier, as I won’t be continually playing my electric guitar, and her world will become much quieter.
4. People from miles around will gather at my doorstep, just to have the chance to hear me play.
5. I will be elected President of the U.S.
Okay, maybe none of the above, but seriously, I have been a student of Dan’s for quite a while, and I don’t think there is a better instructor to be found. I have learned so much from his courses, and can hardly wait for his new one. I hope everyone enjoys it as much as I will.
December 12th, 2007 at 8:10 pm
If it’s a secret, maybe I shouldn’t learn it because I would probably tell someone. However, a Martin acoustic is something that I would probably wear out, as I no longer feel motivated to keep paying out $ for amps & effects & all that other stuff that mounts up when an electric gets in your way. Please pack it securely in a hardshell case before sending it, though.
Chris
December 12th, 2007 at 8:15 pm
18 months ago I bought my first guitar from Ebay! £100 bought me a cherry red Les Paul copy!! It was great, really heavy and I know now that pressing the strings into the fret bars on that baby was real hard work!
Being 36 at that time I thought I was probably to old to play guitar, but then I found Amazing Guitar Secrets!! After searching the www for an age I realised the only way I could afford to learn how to play anywhere near ok was to buy Dan’s AGS course.
I saved up the money and bit the bullett and bought the course. What a decision! I went for the electronic version being in the UK because it worked out a little cheaper on postage from the US…so what did I get for my money? Let me tell you…
I bought the key to unlock all the mysteries that the guitar holds!! Sounds to good to be true eh, read on!!
Just a week after sending my payment I received the course in all it’s glory, 2 DVD’s and a CD and all the learning logs etc! I sat enthralled as I watched this unassuming young man begin to tell me the things I was too scared to ask any of my guitar playing friends, how to hold the guitar properly etc, you know… the real basics!! I worked with Dan in my own home every day for almost a year, and I now consider myself to be an “almost accomplished guitarist”
The course was and is so much more than “here is a couple of tunes, now go practice them” I had gained an understanding of guitar theory, scales, pentatonics and much more. But here is the thing that has really impressed me…
Due to work commitments I didnt pick my guitar up for over 3 months, yeah I know, but it happens! I got back to the pc and could not log into the site as I had normally done to learn some more real cool stuff!!
Unfortunately I could not log in to the members site so I emailed support as instructed on the main site. In less than 30 minutes I had a reply from a lady at Dan’s office explaining that they were having some issues with the website at that time.
She not only explained the dificulties but she also told me I would be receiving the “full” hard copy in the post completely free of charge!!!!
Within a few days it landed on my mat with a letter thanking ME!! I have never had such great customer service, anywhere!!!
This is why I am buying, without question or hesitation the acoustic course! I know that I will be buying not just a “guitar for begginers” course… I will be letting my friend Dan (I call him my friend because I get an email from him every couple of weeks to see how Im doing and showing me other invaluable lessons and resource allover the WWW)come to my place everyday and show me how to become a better guitarist! Thank you for being there!
As for the guitar, I passed that on to a friends son and upgraded to a second hand Mexican Strat! Dont get me wrong, the Martin would be great and inspire me to practice even more, but the reason I sent this rather lengthy note is to reassure all of you that this WILL be the best guitar course you buy, both in amount of quality content and the after care service that you WILL recieve.
Be good
Steve
December 12th, 2007 at 8:17 pm
Your lessons always seem to be a little too complicated for me .. Been playing for a year and a half now…
December 12th, 2007 at 8:20 pm
Wow, A Martin Accoustic, Now that’s something to get excited about, But, Accoustic Guitar Secrets just might be more exciting. Let’s face it, your more likely to pick up an Accoustic and play in front of your family and friends than your electric. Also he is teaching you 40+ songs, yikes! I have been waiting for a course that teaches you guitar by using songs, and here Dan has taken the lead again. If there was a Santa he would surely put this course under my Tree.
Happy Holidays to all and Dan keep up the great work.
December 12th, 2007 at 8:22 pm
I started playing guitar a little over a year and a half ago. It started off very slow, and id wasnt making much (ok, none!) progress at all. It wasnt until i found websites like yours that actually go through the techniques step by step that i started to get somewhere. Now, i am improving at a decent rate in my opinion. I’ve always wanted to play guitar, but i never took the time to learn. It would be amazing if i won a guitar of this caliber.
December 12th, 2007 at 8:27 pm
Dan is a great instructor. And wans any and all to become the best player they can be. Theory has always been hard for me but Dan will get me through it.
Bo Jenks, Zachary, LA
December 12th, 2007 at 8:32 pm
my wish is to become an awesome guitarist and in order to do that i need a guitar…i don’t have enough money to get one at the moment im 15 years old and i’ve played the guitar for 1 and a 1/2 years now. im getting pretty good and i love how the acoustic sounds. i really think that if i win i could play for all my friends and eventually fulfil my wish. and im excited about this course because it can teach me some major stuff i dont know. i think i would REALLY benefit. I may not need it for Rawandans or any thing like that but i really want my wish to come true
December 12th, 2007 at 8:37 pm
I am 60 years old And have been trying to learn to play guitar since I was 10. I have learned more with your lessons. Than any thing else that I have tried.Believe me I have tried A lot of diffrent lessons in 50 years. Thanks A lot. Mel
December 12th, 2007 at 8:41 pm
I’m excited about the course because it’s so comprehensive. I’ve been “noodling” around with the guitar for about 5yrs but don’t seem to have any real direction. I believe this course is the answer. I recently (this past summer) had both of my legs amputated below the knee and I find that I have a lot of spare time on my hands. I’d love to put that time to use with this course and a new Martin (I currently have a beat up old Hondo). Keep up the good work Dan - love the lessons!
December 12th, 2007 at 8:41 pm
My 13 year old son and I are taking guitar lesson and this Martin would be a great guitar to learn on. I would just love to win it.
December 12th, 2007 at 8:52 pm
i would enjoy a martin guitar,it is the greatest guitar around to learn to play, it has the best sound and aqustics. the fingering is great.i enjoy the acustic course, it is great resource to learn from. the best i found any place,it is better than taking lessons from a music school.i learning to play as i promised my grandfather who passed away years ago.i have seziures it is a way to keep me busy as i am fully disabled.
December 12th, 2007 at 8:55 pm
I loaned my guitar to one of my sons who is learning to play. I have an electric and miss the acoustic. It would be nice to just let him keep mine.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:05 pm
Dan, Pulled Pork Plate is a cool song to learn - it has some of the key elements of fingerstyle blues - it is really helping me enjoy actually playing something that sounds good, uses and stretches my current abilities and challenges my current abilities. It has pull-offs, bass-line, 12 bar pattern and a slide in the 12th measure - thanks.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
I’m and older musicaian and i haven’t played in a year or so need something to jump start my passion again i use to be ok i played in different rock bands since i was 14 i’m now 51 and don’t do much but work and the kids would much like to play and practice like i did when i was youg possible start another band thanks hope to hear from you
December 12th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
Your website and your”practice practice practice” has
pushed me to do just that- practice. And do it steadily,
forceing me to practice when I had ten reasons why there was other things to do. Thanks for passing on your knowledge to make guitar playing a blast!
Owning a new Martin would be a honor. What a great
instrument.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
I play at the VA retirement home and Senior Assisted Living residences. I have a 1973 Yamaha FG-150 acoustic. Acoustic guitar is so much better than electric for small groups. Nothing can duplicate the resonance and that rich acoustic sound. The Martin guitar along with Dan’s Acoustic guidance would greatly enhance the listening enjoyment of my audience as well as my own satisfaction of playing one of the best guitars manufactured. Good luck to all entries. Carl
December 12th, 2007 at 9:21 pm
Dan,
Your “Amazing Guitar Secrets” has help my playing. I’ve been playing sense the 70’s and it’s always good to learn “Secrets” from other Masters.
Thanks
Ricky Egan
December 12th, 2007 at 9:24 pm
Dan,
You’ve always been straight with me, so I’m going to be different from some of the comments above and tell the absolute truth.
I want the Martin mostly for the snob appeal. If I win it, I will mount a little battery powered spotlight focused on that beautiful Martin logo.
It may make me unpopular, but, heck, I am used to that.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:30 pm
I love free stuff! Would love to have that guitar
December 12th, 2007 at 9:34 pm
Dan
I bought your Amazing Guitar Secrets course base upon my research of various web sites. You are so down to earth and you seem to be genuinely interested in helping your students. And God knows I kneed all the help I can. I currently have an old Yamaha acustic and an electric. If I win this Martin guitar it would really boost my desire to keep plugging away and hopefully get better. Thanks.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:40 pm
Hi Dan
December 12th, 2007 at 9:40 pm
Dan
I bought your Amazing Guitar Secrets course based upon my research of various web sites. You are so down to earth and you seem to be genuinely interested in helping your students. And God knows I kneed all the help I can get. I currently have an old Yamaha acoustic and an electric. If I win this Martin guitar it would really boost my desire to keep plugging away and hopefully get better. Thanks.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:47 pm
Hi Dan, I have worked many years as a professional magician doing the European circuit, and then some. when my team is behind the curtains and have the butterflies, I always tell them to just go out and have fun. Guess what, our fun is so contagious that we keep getting called back to perform. Since I have purchased your previous courses, I have noticed that they are besides a wealth of information, simply fun to learn, and that makes a big difference. After doing some homework, I found out that a Martin guitar is quite a piece of craftmanship. However,music like magic flows from the heart and soul, and if you invest in practice time, you’ll reap the rewards regardless of the instrument you have. Naturally a volkswagon is a volkswagon, and a Rolls Royce is a Rolls Royce. With that said, I wish everyone the best of luck, and thank you for your vision to creat such a venue for learning .
December 12th, 2007 at 9:50 pm
Hey, Dan!
Your video’s and explanation make things look so simple and have really helped me improve! I’ve been playing, well, OK, “playing at” guitar for about 3 years now and not really getting very far. For me, playing guitar is a lifelong journey that is as equally frustrating as it is rewarding when you finally make that next small step along the path. I really love playing my acoustic. Hopefully, I will sound much better on that Martin!!!
December 12th, 2007 at 9:50 pm
Hi Dan, I just ordered your accoustic course to-day. I’m looking forward to new learning experience. I watched alot of your free video clips, great help.I really need to improve my rythum play. Hope I’m lucky on the new Martin. Keep up the good work.
Merry Christmas Charlie
December 12th, 2007 at 9:59 pm
Hey Dan I’m gonna check out your free lesson first,but from what I have seen,I like your simplicity.Clear & helpfull! Can you believe I have been playing Accoustic guitar for over 25yrs and still can not count music or strum correctly? I do not know what timing is i just feel it play it(try) to anyways,but its all good at (drunken) camp sites.It would be nice to be able to strum with someone else.
James
December 12th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
Wow…what an amazing offer. Not only is the guitar a great instrument but the course Dan offers is easy to follow and inspires a beginner like me and an advanced guitar player like my son to play and learn and practice more. Your instruction is awesome! Right now the guitar my son and I are sharing is breaking down. We desperately want a guitar that has deeper, smoother, more resonant sound. That guitar, along with Dan’s lessons, would greatly improve our guitar playing and enjoyment. Thank you for the opportunity.
December 12th, 2007 at 10:24 pm
I’m an intermmediate guitar player, played in a few bands along the way, mainly rock and blues. I found myself stuck in a rutt with my playing and wanted to break out of the usual 12 bar progressions and move into something more melodic. I purchased Dan Denley’s Lead Guitar Secrets and found it great! Really helped move me out of my rut. I’ve always wanted to play acoustic guitar especially finger style and acoustic blues. However, I really haven’t made it a priority to learn until now. I have just ordered Dan’s acoustic guitar course and I’m really looking forward to getting started. This course will truely be an education for me. Not just musicaly but also information on purchasing and owning an acoustic guitar. Althuogh I’ve owned solid body electric guitars I’ve never owned an acoustic guitar before.
Based on my past experience with Dan Denley’s courses and support, and the previews I’ve seen on the new acoustic course I believe this course will be great value for the money. Thanks Dan!
December 12th, 2007 at 10:42 pm
how wld i benfit easy u show what u do and for one whom is heairn impaired since six yrs old this is the best way to learn… like in kindergarden they have a “show and tell day” well video guitar elssons showin what is being done makes it tons better for one such as myself because i can watch what you do cheers
December 12th, 2007 at 10:47 pm
I’ve always had a tough time expressing the stuff inside of me that is most meaningful. Learning how to play the guitar has been like unlocking the door to my soul. Even though I am not very accomplished, whenever I start to play the feelings I have for people and life come through in the strings. Sometimes its rough, sometimes its sweet, other times playful and yet others painful, but it’s always meaningful to me. Dan Denley’s Guitar Course has allowed me to experience things I never knew existed within me and for that I am truly grateful. I can’t wait to learn more.
December 12th, 2007 at 10:49 pm
I believe this course could put me on the path that i have been trying to find for several years now. I can picture my friends faces when they hear me rock with the best of them. Also the jealous looks when i show them my new martin. WoW what excitment I have to look forward to.
December 12th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
I am a worship leader in my church and your course can really help me in my leading the worship songs. I have always wanted to play better to add to my music. I really like the way that you show both hands and I can see at a glance what you are doing and your explanation is easy to follow and makes a lot of sense. Thank you
December 12th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
i recon that the course would help me tones cause ive only been learning for about 9 mounths and i got pretty good prety fast but i dont think im geting anny beter in the last few mounths and my guitar teachers going on holidays so i need to learn some how and this book sounds perfect for me!
December 12th, 2007 at 11:16 pm
Dan’s method of teaching is straight forward, easy to understand and easy to apply. I look forward to working on his Amazing Acoustic Guitar Secrets course as much as I have enjoyed Dan’s other courses that I have purchased.
Playing Dan’s courses on the Martin D16GT would be an added treat!
Thanks everyone and Good Luck!
December 12th, 2007 at 11:17 pm
Amazing Guitar Secrets DELIVERED as promised…
I expect nothing less from the Acoustic Guitar Secrets…
December 12th, 2007 at 11:34 pm
did ya know that if you show up at a bluegrass jam, with something other than a Martin, well they just kinda look at ya like your not serious.Guess the bluegrassers have blue blood attitudes, must be handed down through the generations. Dan thanks for all the emails and free lessons and all the good stuff you do for the aspiring pickers and rockers.
dave b.
December 12th, 2007 at 11:40 pm
I would love to win this guitar, for the plane and simple fact that it rocks!
December 12th, 2007 at 11:40 pm
Haven’t played since I was in the Navy many years ago. Guitar secrets should have been around then. However its better late than never. Looks like a real deal for anyone who wants to learn. Always wanted a Martin. Could never afford one.
December 12th, 2007 at 11:47 pm
At 54 its not so easy to learn as it used to be but i have gained heaps of tips and the free lessons have been invaluable thanks Dan
December 12th, 2007 at 11:56 pm
To be brutally honest, I can’t see paying to learn to play. I enjoy the process of self-discovery. If I can pick up pointers or tips, by watching, listening, asking and receiving, for free…that’s how I expand my knowledge and technique. That being said, I will say I’ve enjoyed the free sample videos I seen and would like to get a free guitar…so here’s my blog. Like I said…brutally honest…
December 13th, 2007 at 12:18 am
I have been using all the free lessons I can find and I want to thank you personally. I am elderly and I believe that to have a beautiful guitar like this one to learn on at my age will encourage my sons to practice harder, also they will be convinced that I am serious about learning. Sometimes I think that they actually believe I am daft to try to learn this at my age. Daft or not , here I go . Once again thank-you for your lessons.
December 13th, 2007 at 12:29 am
Just two things, 1) you’ve got a track record of offering a good product, 2) and the Martin is a dam@&* nice guitar, . . . and 3) (yeah, I added one) you come off as a decent guy to know if we’d bump into each other on the street.
December 13th, 2007 at 12:38 am
Dan, the Martin truly is a precision instrutment. I would love to have such a quality instrutment to build my skills following your course. I am now at the point of proceeding to obtain your Acoustic course. I have been receiving your free lessons for your different courses over the last year and I quite impressed by your no-nonsense straight forward style. You have quite a following as evidenced by all the wonderful testominals that people have been leaving. You must be very proud to have may quite a difference with so many students. I look forward to being counted among them.
Cheers, Paul.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:03 am
The release of Acoustic Guitar Secrets is exciting because it will unlock the magic and joy of playing the acoustic guitar for millions of people. With Dan’s proven record of simple and effective teaching techniques, this course should be the most amazing of them all.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:04 am
I would like to finally at age 64 take some lessons so I can let my grandchildren hear grandpa playing bluegrass gospel songs. Hopefully it will give them the same memories that I was fortunate enough to have as a young child and I can leave that Martin for the boys, possibly giving them the inspiration to follow in grandpa’s footsteps.
God Bless you for your kindness,
Jim
December 13th, 2007 at 1:24 am
I was going to be in the contest but I see you will have a tough enough time picking from those that have already entered so I will just say hey and keep up the good work of getting quality materials into artist/future artist arsenals..Blessings,doug
December 13th, 2007 at 1:26 am
HI,
den
ilove to play all ur lessons which ur sending for me and im glad about tht even a single less.. is use full for me
……….thanxs very much …………………
lovingly
stal……………..
December 13th, 2007 at 1:29 am
I think the guitar should go to someone who will help teach others to love the gift of music. I would love to win the guitar, but I think music should be shared. Long live the Music.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:32 am
I have wanted to play the guitar since I was a little girl, and now for the first time, at age 43, I can—-sort of. Well, at least I OWN a guitar for the first time in my life. I took lessons when I was in high school, but I had to borrow my friend’s guitar. Then it was always that something else was more important and/or more urgent, especially my six kids and their needs. Now the youngest is eight, and I imagine that I might have the time to learn. I hope they can benefit as well, while they are young enough to become good at it, especially if they want to.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:39 am
I truly believe that Dan’s acoustic guitar secrets will “and is definitely going to” change my life. From the videos I have seen it is clear that one can get a solid rhythm foundation, as well as brilliant lead techniques from Dan’s course. Since I subscribed to the newsletter I have really improved a lot. I can not wait to get me a copy of the acoustic guitar secrets course.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:45 am
I’m excited about ‘Acoustic Guitar Secrets’ simply because I’m easily excited. I’d benefit from the course because having played guitar 38 years, it’s high time I learned a third chord. Both dogs, Otis (the cat) & TheoLady all agree - the only thing standing between my 40 year-old Conn flat-top and the legions of Al DiMeola, John McLaughlin & Frank Zappa (RIP) are ‘Amazing Guitar Secrets,’ a sweet Martin axe & THAT DARNED 3RD CHORD!!!
I believe that not only I, but all man & womankind will benefit from my having been awarded your newest offering & a piece of the “Pride of Nazareth, PA” because it will preclude me from wandering the fair streets of Louisville at all hours of the day & night looking for trouble…
PLEASE make my inbox (as well as the dogs, cat & Snoogums!) the happiest little inbox in Computerdom. Happy (& safe) holidays, peace in the new year & GOOD LUCK to all!!!
THANK YOU, Dan, for the opportunity to particpate!
December 13th, 2007 at 2:34 am
JUST WHEN I THOUGHT I UNDERSTOOD THE CONCEPT OF GUITAR ALONG CAME DAN.NOW I CAN ALMOST SEE SOME LIGHT IN THE TUNNEL.I HAVE COME TO REALIZE THAT PLAYING THE GUITAR IS A LIFE LONG JOURNEY AND WHAT A RIDE.
IF I HAPPEN TO WIN A MARTIN I WILL BE THE ONLY LUCKY FELLOW IN SA TO OWN ONE,AS I HAVE NEVER SEEN ONE IN THE FLESH IN SA.
December 13th, 2007 at 3:07 am
I’m currently trying to learn to play again after about a 30 year layoff. My guitar(s) were one of the things I had to let go of when I began raising my family. The kids are grown and I recently held a friends new guitar and liked the feeling. So, I have been reading everything I can find and am really excited now after what I’ve read about your lessons. I’m currently using a borrowed acoustic guitar (An old, but pristine Yamaha) and I had forgotten how much enjoyment this brings me. Wow, a Martin guitar AND lessons? This is really awesome! I used to sing Beatles tunes to my daughter in her crib (Rocky Raccoon was her/my favorite) and I’ve been told by her that I should have a grandchild to entertain in about a year. I need to get to work! Thank you for taking the time to read my letter.
December 13th, 2007 at 3:09 am
Post your comment below and describe why you are excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets and how you believe that you will benefit from the course. That’s it.
Hi everybody.
I ordered my copy of the Acoustic Guitar Secrets course today and i am sooo exited. I have followed Dan for some time now, and i know he is a GReat teacher. He really cares about other people and from what i have seen and heard, he is genuine good person. We can all feel and see this from his instructions and comments during his lessons. This combined with his easy to understand teaching, his good knowledge of both music theory and actually playing guitar, it`s just a killer combination. I am so excited because i know Dan will teach me a bunch of new stuff, and i know i will be able to learn it all, because i have a great teacher. We all love Dan.
My knowledge of the guitar is at an intermediate level, i think. I know a bunch of chords, some music theory, and i can play a couple of songs. But when i learn 18 different strumming patterns in 3/4,4/4 and 6/8 time, i am going to sound so much better. I will be able to pick a new song, and then i can just try out these different strumming patterns on that song, and play around with them, until i hear what sounds best for that particular song. Of course i can also try out some of the picking pattern he will show me:). I am also exited about the new chords i am gonna learn. Then my chord repertoar and knowledge will increase so that i can add colour to my playing. I can just add a 5th or a 9th to a chord, and i can try to raise it or lower it (b or #). I can`t wait to learn this. I can`t wait to practise
Life is like a long fight, and we all experience pain during our lives. What gives my soul pleasure is when i am playing (especially the blues) on my guitar. Beeing able to play 3 blues songs will give me many years of joy. Man , it can`t get any better. Receiving the Acoustic guitar course will make it the best christmas ever!!!
Sincerely yours
Stein Hove
December 13th, 2007 at 3:52 am
Hej
For me watching the video lesson and playing along is the reason I like Acoustic Guitar Secrets. I can play along and each repeat helps me learn one more note.I am not perfect yet, but he!`”Practice makes perfect” so I better keep trying,
Sincerely
Lionel M. Harrold
December 13th, 2007 at 3:53 am
Hi Dan
My name is OX Le Roux and im living in south africa.We are far behind conserning rock metal blues and acoustic guitar . dont get me wrong by saying that there are very talented musicians here but we are far behind.I have been playing for years and then also stop for a long time due to the lack of interist of other musisians to start a band and to believe in eatch other and to take it in full force.Musisians here just whant to be the next rockstar believer i am so sick of that that i have stop playing for about a year.my passion is extreme and i have started to jam againg and this time i am going to kick some ass.I play extreme power metal blues and clasical guitar. Iam working on some of the worlds best guitar courses including yours i am going to become pro i feel it day by day.They have stole all my gear but even that will not stop me from learning and bescoming the player that i always wanted to be.If i win the martin it will be a dedication to my mom and brother that died very soon after one another they was my driven power and always puched me over the limet to become what i always wanted to be i need to play acoustic and clasical the way i always dreamed of and your course can help me with just that.Thank you so mutch for your exelant course and to share your musisians ship with the world.
Kind regards
Ox Le Roux
December 13th, 2007 at 4:05 am
wow. i could not imagine owning a martin. i just recently started playing again after 30 years. forgot how much fun it was. i went with and electric instead of an acoustic. i miss having one around. thanks for the chance to win and you have great lessons and a super web site.
December 13th, 2007 at 4:40 am
Hi Dan
I started guitar lessons in 1971 after acquiring a beaten up acoustic guitar from a friend. I took lessons for about 2 years and spent all my spare time practicing. All the techniques and documentation we have today did not exist and the closest we got to playing lead breaks was when using the pentatonic scale and other little riffs that would take hours to decipher from vinyl records or reel to reel tape recorders.
I gave up playing in the 80’s and when my sons started showing an interest in music in the late 90’s, my zest for playing was revived and the old guitar and amp was taken out.There is such a lot of websites with numerous guitar tabs and literature, that I sometimes wish we had available to us 30 years ago.
I subscribed to your course”Amazing guitar secrets” and was overwhelmed with all the new methods and modes available. It was like opening a new world of information that I felt like a kid getting a christmas present every time i viewed the DVD’s and supporting documentation included in the course.
I have ordered the acoustic course that was released on the 12th and can’t wait to have the course shipped to me here in South Africa. The literature we receive here is not always the best, so we have to have all the “good stuff” shipped in.
I have always dreamt about a “Martin Guitar” and I will feel honoured even if I was just in the final 10. Keep up the good work!
Kind Regards
Rob Hutton
December 13th, 2007 at 4:44 am
Hi Dan:
I’ve been playing electric guitar in a rock band for a long time. Recently I had the chance to do a side project and play the acoustic guitar there. I wish I did that earlier, electric guitar players should never take for granted that if you sound well on electric then you will sound ok in the acoustic, it’s another world. You must have a good amount of rhythms to fit many styles and if you are going to play with just a singer, you better know some good chords too. I see that you are covering all of these things in your method and much more and one of the most important things is that you are teaching with songs and that’s one of the best ways of teaching guitar. Guitar instructors should never forget that if you make your students learn and have fun too, you are half way there. Congratulations for what I’m sure is going to be a great aid for making better guitarists and most important better musicians too.
Ben Fernandez
December 13th, 2007 at 5:02 am
Hi Dan ..
Now to own a Martin, the ‘holy grail’ of acoustics, to me would be a dream come true. although i know that i would never be able to afford the luxury of buying one and from past experiences, i wouldnt win a raffle if i was the only one in it, and as i live in the UK, the odds are even less …
All the best Dan and keep the good work up .. and may i wish you and yours a very merry xmas and a happy new year !! that reminds me …
Dear Santa … I have been very good this year .. so i would love a Martin guitar if you can dear friend ..
:0)
Phil Wright
December 13th, 2007 at 5:22 am
I dont own an acustic guitar but I think I might like to. I love music, the guitar and love to learn. To quote my grandfather - “the day you stop learning is the day they put 6 feet of dirt on you!” Anytime someone shares what they know with those that want to learn - everyone benefits. I think that kind of says it all.
December 13th, 2007 at 5:23 am
The real reason I am learning the guitar is that since I lost my wife of 32 years last December, I have been going to the city senior citizens center to keep my mind busy.
I noticed all the men dressing up nice to impress the women and showing them old photos and inviting them to play bridge and dominos; How boring can you get?…so I decided to learn guitar, wear my blue jeans and T-shirt and play some golden oldies for these little beauties.
I bought me a $27.50 guitar at the pawn shop, put on new strings and bought me a $29.00 learning book. I learned some very basics, then picked me a song “Pretty Woman” which was VERY big in my day and I sat down and did not one thing but play this song over and over and over for 15 days. I am retired so I can do that. I then went to the center and while the old fogies were playing their dominos, I broke out in song. Yup, singing and all.
As much as I was shaking, I actually played very, very well and I had every single hot little number in that place around me just a smilin and bobing their heads away. What a treat…it was fantastic. I could only play the one song so I made up a story and said my wrist was hurting from playing basketball with the guys, but I’ll play a little more next time.
The thing is though, that I got 4 phone numbers and 2 invites for dinner.
Now, I REALLY have to get busy and take the course so that I can dazel even more mature chicks.
You are never too old for anything. I am blessed that I discovered the guitar, and my wife Betty would be as happy as can be for me, I know that!!!
Keep playing ya ll…
J.L. McDonald
December 13th, 2007 at 5:27 am
opps. my email
December 13th, 2007 at 6:11 am
Actually i don’t know that much about your course..it just happened that i navigated sometimes your website, and i know ones like me have less chances to win…but what would i lose if i tried….YOU JUDGE THE COMMENTS, and that’s ma comment:
I adore an instrument called guitar, whatever its kind is classic, acoustic, or electric….guitars can totally control ma whole mentally state, sometimes i lose control, sometimes i am in full control…it gives me a feeling much more better than that of an orgasm.
I am an intermediate guitar player, i started playing 5 months ago. I’ve classic Gibson Guitar, and looking forward to buy an electric one, and forsure would like to have an acoustic guitar that could be plugged to amplifier.
Never i in my life won in such contests, i did not try too much to try ma luck, cause it’s a bad feeling to expect and don’t get, but for guitars i would do anything.
I would love to be announced on your website as a winner.
Thanks for such opportunity.
December 13th, 2007 at 6:23 am
Even though I have a physical and mental handicap and am confined to a wheel chair, I do love to strum the old acoustic even though it has a severe crack and doesn’t stay in tune for long, the folk at the homeless shelter look forward to the days I can get down there and knock out a few tunes. Thats in between busking at the mall so I can send the money to the starving children in Africa, I,m sure I could make more if I had a decent Guitar, and the look of gratitude on the poor forgotten people of society when they heard that Martin sing would be worth more than the price of a ticket to an Eagles reunion. Need I go on, yes thats right, I am a big fat liar, sorry Dan, but I really would like a new guitar especially a Martin! Did I mention about giving guitar lessons at the childrens orphanage…….
kind regards
Graeme S
December 13th, 2007 at 6:39 am
Dan,
I have been playing guitar for about 28 years now. I took off about 17 years to raise a family, only picking it up once in a while to strum a few chords for the kids. I have recently gotten back into playing again. Your courses are very informative, straight forward, and the videos are awesome. Even just the free videos you put out have helped me pick back a few techniques that I hadn’t even thought about in years! ANYONE who buys your course will benefit immediately from your knowledge of the instrument and the theory you teach in your lessons.
Thanks for this opportunity!
Mike
December 13th, 2007 at 6:52 am
I would like this guitar because it is totaly out of my price bracket, I do not think it will help my playing(after 45 years of doing it wrong there is not much hope. I find your regular emails answer a lot of questions that have confused me over the years- but I am still a rubbish player)
And I think you are a sincere person. By the way you look a lot better clean shaven-it does not do your fresh face any credit with a sort of beard.
Chris
December 13th, 2007 at 7:10 am
I have been playing guitar for about 5 years now. I stopped about 35 years ago when I was just a kid.I was in one of thoughs late sixties garage bands. Well 5 years ago I had a heart attack and while I was taking it easy at home for about a month, one of my friends who plays guitar came over with one of his old accoustics and said “Hey instead of just sitting around doing nothing, play this” well, I have been hooked ever since. Well that’s my comeback story.I have so much to learn on this musicial journey and I have only just started.
December 13th, 2007 at 7:13 am
This would be great, I have an old Fender now that is, well old. I am 56 and trying to overcome this cancer in my throat I got 2 years ago. My singing is still not good but I am alive so that’s a good thing, I have a 5 year old granddaughter that love to sing and play with me, that does my heart so good, but anyway I have been praticeing all the stuff you have been sending me, so keep up the good work I will do the same,Thank you for the opportunity for this. Pops
December 13th, 2007 at 7:20 am
Your teaching style is excellent. It’s great to here a teacher playign without distortion to cover up his inablility to play well. Keep up the good work.
God Bless
Rick
December 13th, 2007 at 7:36 am
My interest in Amazing Guitar Secrets was born out of the lack of interest I had developed on furthering my guitar playing after seeking a no fuss, no secret holding help to do so. Consequently I had shelved my guitar for a long time until, by chance, while surfing the net, I came across A.G.T. which I viewed with the same distrust I learned to apply to any promises made by guitar learning methods. However, it didn’t take long until I realized that my skepticism faded into a renewed interest in my guitar and, to cut a not so long story even shorter, I can now confirm that you really can’t lose them all, however negative you may become, and now my guitar is regularly dusted and polished by a proud owner who sometimes feels like a star when I entertain my friends with guitar feats I never thought myself capable of ever performing. So it goes…
December 13th, 2007 at 7:51 am
I hesitated at first to order the Acoustic Guitar Secrets program. I have never owned a top quality guitar because i couldn’t afford a Martin or Taylor. I never thought I played well enough to justify it. I was pretty much “self taught”. I now have friends coming to me wanting me to show them things. Any time there is a gathering, they want me to bring my guitar as entertainment. YOU ARE RIGHT! The better you get, the more fun you have. I have a long way to go, and will never stop learning. Seeing your website has given me much more inspiration to improve. I know my limits right now, and I am convinced Acoustic Guitar Secrets will improve my playing. I can only imagine how much better it would sound using a Martin guitar.
December 13th, 2007 at 8:09 am
I started play guitar about 6 years ago starting with a Fender Strat and liked it ok, but then decided to try acustic. I like the Blues and fingerpicking and have found acoustic exactly the sound I wanted and the feel. Acustic secrets helps me better understand and play with more confidence. For those just starting out I want you to know that these lessons are for anyone that wants to improve and learn to play well. I am 61 years old and doing quit well at playing the guitar with Dan’s help.
December 13th, 2007 at 8:13 am
I like Acoustic Guitar because of its lovely sound.
It give to the singers the pleasure to sing and to the melomane the pleasure to hear and to dance.
Acoustica guitar is a succesfully way to become star.
I like it.
ND. Michel
December 13th, 2007 at 8:13 am
A Martin guitar would allow my soul to sing….once I learned to play.
December 13th, 2007 at 8:26 am
I dont want to be a star…I dont want to teach Rwandans either. No singing…just want to be able to play a few songs that sound good to someone. Guess a Martin would make anything sound good. The hunk of junk I have now is terrible. Sounds like a swinette..6 strings stretched across a pigs behind. I need something new!! Thanks!!
December 13th, 2007 at 8:32 am
I don’t have a guitar to learn to play on but who knows maybe this will be my chance to turn it all around and become the guitarist I have always dreamed to be.
December 13th, 2007 at 8:42 am
cool to have a quality guitar
December 13th, 2007 at 8:54 am
Finally after 26 years of playing,be able to play a real fine Martin guitar and “feel” her own voice vibrate through my fingers,gives Life more nuances and depth,and makes The Journey to move on ,even more exciting….
December 13th, 2007 at 8:56 am
Dude, thanks to you and Adam my guitar playing skills will improve unbalievably.
You guys are awesome, and now you are giving away a guitar, just too cool!
December 13th, 2007 at 9:26 am
I have looked at many different Guitar Lesson packages and Acoustic Guitar Secrets seems to have a well rounded approach to teaching. I really like how the lessons progress throughout the course. I need to be more confident in my playing because my goal is to do a solo at my church and then maybe join a band and perform for his glory!
December 13th, 2007 at 9:38 am
A Martin Guitar would be a nice change from my older TAKAMINE acoustic. I bought it after my other guitar was stolen in a break-in at my house. I was in the hospital getting a new hip again when the little pricks broke into my house and took my guitars, amps and my LIVELYHOOD..MY TOOLS! Now I am not the best picker out there and perhaps I am not good enough to take that Martin Guitar to it’s fullest potential, but I bet that my playing would improve quite a bit if I won it. I would probably practice more as I would be instilled to do so by the thought of having that Guitar. It would be cool to show it off a bit to the people I jam with from the V.A. Hospital! We may not have the best sounding group of people, but we sure try hard as it keeps us occupied and we entertain the rest of us “Joes” with our Bluegrass and country licks! If I don’t win it, well I have already won in my mind as the Guitar Course, (Amazing) Acoustic Guitar Secrets will be mine for Christmas as I am getting it as a GIFT !
Keep on Pickin’!
Ernie G
December 13th, 2007 at 9:40 am
I am so impress about the Acoustic Guitar Secrets because i know it will help me become a very good guitarist so I can also be a better teacher to the people of Nigeria.I believe i can learn and examine different techniques to enhance the musical knowledge.i believe so much on the Acoustic Guitar Secrets my dreams has come true.Determination work when there is a vision.I believe so much in Music.
December 13th, 2007 at 9:43 am
To be honest, I had never heard of Acoustic Guitar Secrets until I followed a link for a Martin Guitar contest.After I stopped day dreaming about the possibility of winning a Martin, I checked out Dan’s course. That looks like just the thing I need. I’ve been trying to teach myself to play for about three years, and while I have made progress, I need help. I think after the holidays Acoustic Guitar Secrets will be the first purchase I make…
December 13th, 2007 at 9:56 am
wooooooooooooohooooo shooot thts a lot of comments man i actually spent an hour reading all tht ok hmmm so why am i exited about acoustic guitar secrets even tho i am a sucessful shredder lead and rhythm guitarist and i hav like 12 elektric guitars (all gifts i only bought 1 lol) ok so listien up i was one day playing with my master and he told me the ultimate truth tht is playing slow is more difficult thn playing fast man tht day was something but thing is the acoustic guitar is what makes your fingers ready for playing fast or slow i dunno if tht is 1 of your secrets or not anyway thts why am excited even tho i am a electric guitarist me and my boys are going to play an unplugged concert = ) and everything is donated to charity so mainly dont give me the guitar cause if u do i will even sell tht to charity lol ok so chill thnx for acoustic guitar secrets after all there are millions of electric guitar lessons out there but only a couple of electric great going man keep it up
December 13th, 2007 at 10:15 am
I believe that Acoustic Guitar secrets is an excellent course for anyone looking to step up their game. I want to learn more, as I believe that playing a guitar is a source of healing. We all have certain notes that our innerself responds to, and when you have an acoustic guitar layiing across your body, the resonance reverberates thru you and acts as a healing source. I believe a Martin would be the ultimate tool for this type of transfer.
December 13th, 2007 at 10:19 am
Considering I’ve been taking lessons for the last couple of years and been frustratd as all get out. With the free lessons you’ve posted I’ve picked up things with them more than I have with my personal lessons it’s time to dive in and purchase the Acoustic Guitar Secrets. Can’t wait to the check out the Full Monty. Woohoo I’m as excited as a kid Christmas morning!
December 13th, 2007 at 10:26 am
hi,
i am excited about acoustic guitar secrets because it will make my guitar playing more fluent ,fast and natural…
December 13th, 2007 at 10:40 am
I am a long time player but I am fairly new to the online guitar teachings of sites like “Acoustic Guitar Secrets”.
I have finally picked up my guitar again after about a 7 year break. Not to blame this on my 3 kids but they would be all over me & my guitar & my youngest once pulled on the guitar tree stand & down came the guitar, I was lucky it only dented the headstock so I stored it until the 3rd kid was old enough to let me play. Anyway I started playing again about 1 year ago and I am now trying to learn bluegrass picking but wow, it’s fast. It would be nice to put away the old Yamaha & start learning on a new Matin.
Thanks
December 13th, 2007 at 11:01 am
I started guitar 2 years ago at the age of 59. Kinda slow learning (old fingers, new tricks). But a new guitar(hopefully) and good courses like yours make me feel 25 again!
Thanks,
Jerry
December 13th, 2007 at 11:16 am
I am excited about this because I have tried learning guitar a few times and even taken lesson. I have been able to learn the chords but I have struggled with the strumming. Seeing your video about how the strumming is done with the close up, and counting the beats makes me want to get the entire lesson, pick up the guitar again and give it another go. I really want to play the guitar!
December 13th, 2007 at 11:16 am
Nothing rings more true or more melodic than a Martin acoustic. And, given the professionalism, quality, and easy-to-follow contents of Dan’s ‘Acoustics Guitar Secrets’, with a little patience and practice any guitarist can elevate his/her playing to a new level. So with Dan’s help it is now relatively easy to “unlock” a Martin and let the melody ring true.
December 13th, 2007 at 11:33 am
Hello Dan,
I have enjoyed all of the online lessons that Dan has offered. I have a crappy old acoustic that I never really play because it sounds so aweful. I would love to be able to actually play a guitar as fine as the Martin that Dan has been using. Awesome guitar !!!!
December 13th, 2007 at 11:54 am
i have seen up close and played several martin guitars. they sound different than the standard guitars. i am a beginner on guitar only 6 mounts and am learning every day. my daughter bought me my first guitar for fathers day. She traded her fluit that she had for 7 years. She cried to see it go. Later i bought it back for her but that shoes that she truly loves me to do such a thing. but back to the martin i would love to have one but will never be able to aford it being a lower class working husband with family of 5 + 4 dogs. Please consider me for a free martin and after i am dead and gone i will give it to my daughter to have and to hold. Thank you
December 13th, 2007 at 11:54 am
Music is so influential and powerful. I was influenced in college by a roomate who played the acoustic guitar. I saw how he put smiles on peoples faces and made people feel good. I wanted to do that. So I bought a guitar and 5 years later I am still not at the player I want to be. I have tried so many methods but nothing really seems to work. I have just discovered the secrets of Dan. I will be saving my money in order to purchase his material. I live paycheck to paycheck, so it will take time, just like learning the guitar. Too many of us today want Instant Gratification. Some methods feed into this problem which is why most methods fail for alot of people. I have come to realize that its a life long path you are always learning and getting better. I have the basics down but I want to know how to put it all together to be able just to “feel” the music. Once I have the confidence I plan on playing for my daughters pre-school class. Her class mates are all children that have Autism or other behavioral problems. When I pick up my daughter I noticed how excited and happy all the children get when they get to hear, sing and dance to music. I also want to play for the elderly at nursing homes what a great way to put a smile on their faces, after all its our elders who have worked so hard to give us what we have today. What a great way to give back, I am confient that Dan’s secrets will help me.
I played a D-16GT at a muscic store the other day, what a beutiful sound. I would never have the kind of money to have that guitar. My 200 dollar Epiphone will have to be enough for now. I would like to Thank Dan for giving me this opportunity and thank you for your generousity of giving away such a wonderful prize. We need more people to play music. Thank you for deciding to make music your career.
Peace and God Bless you
Kirk
December 13th, 2007 at 11:57 am
dear dan,
my name is corey elsemore i am 15 years old and i play my guitar at my church (for the children) and ive been playing an indiana acustic (madison). my guitar doesent have a case and it is in pretty bad shape:( . i would love to win this guitar because i could play it for the glory of god and share my talent with the children who need all the influence in the world. please notice me and may god be with you.
December 13th, 2007 at 12:00 pm
i play eletric guitar,i have never played a acoustic guitar before,and i want to learn,so when i do start to learn i want the best,and martin guitars are the best from beginners to pros.
December 13th, 2007 at 12:31 pm
I have been a closet( want to be) performer for most of my life. It has been in the past year and a half that I have broke from the shell that has kep’t me confined for so long. It is this new found love for something that has been part of a good portion of my life, that I search for information such as Dan’s. I love acoustic guitar. I now love playing in front of people. I consider myself a semi-profesional performer. This beautiful Martin would be an amazing addition to Anez(my girfriends name for one of my loves other than her). She is my Ibanez acoustic lamaneted with African Zebrawood. The other chick is Lorisa, the limited addition Larrivee that sounds as sweet as it looks. One of my greatest contributions is giving back to the patients in a rehab I inhabited some nine years ago. I fell from a roof while working as a refrigeration journeyman. I am now in a wheelchair.I started playing for the patients in Lyndhurst this year. I now have a company sponsoring my performances and will be going to other rehabs to share my music and story of overcoming the odds. I am a glider pilot, scuba diver, outrigger paddler to name a few of the activities other than my love of playing. My uncle has a Martin which I have hade the privilige to play. Having one to play would be a dream come true.
December 13th, 2007 at 12:37 pm
I love martin, I have been to the factory twice, it,s a must if you have a martin.
Keep Rocking On
MIKEY
December 13th, 2007 at 12:42 pm
Dan,
Congratulations on your new release. I look forward to getting a copy and learning from you.
I’ve always enjoyed your well written and helpful articles on GuitarNoise.com I’ve learned a lot, Thank You!!
I’ve been playing guitar for almost 4 years now and it seems like I learn something new every week.
Excited? Of course I am. Being a teacher I’m always excited to learn something new be it a new song, new techniques or a new recipe for the kitchen to share with family and friends.
I’m more interested in learning some new Ragtime, Delta Blues and Fingerstyle techniques. A lot of the ‘logic’ has eluded me so I just hunt and peck most of the time, now hopefully I can find some clarity, with your help and what better way than with a beautiful Martin Guitar. WOW!!! That would be so awesome!
I remember when I was brand new I never thought I could be worthy of a guitar like that. Now I don’t know I always go straight to the Martins when I see them in the stores but to own one would be a dream as they’re so far outside of my measly budget.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and for being a great help to so many people. From one teacher to the other… Keep up the good work and keep it fun
December 13th, 2007 at 12:54 pm
The reason to win a guitar of this value is because this person must feel and live music to his potential, and love the craftsmanship and tone it sustain’s. To feel as one, the extension between your subliminal orchestra, and the strings that express your deepest feelings, means more than words itself. I believe an instrument of this quality deserves a person of experience and who is less fortunate to afford a great guitar of it’s kind. I’ve been playing electric guitar for 12 yrs. The past 4 yrs. I’ve lost one eye and partial sight in the other. Since then my music ability progressed significantly, and been making a solo album myself and could use an acoustic you have to share with one lucky person. I hope it goes to someone really worth needing it and good luck. And thanks for first program you sold Amazing Guitar Secrets, I was self taught and it helped me with the theory end of it. Merry Christmas to all. Don Mc.
December 13th, 2007 at 1:11 pm
I HAVE A WALMART GUITAR I CAN NOT AFFORD A GOOD ONE I HAVE HEARD YOU PLAY THE MARTIN I BELIEVE IF I HAD A BETTER GUITAR I COULD PLAY BETTER AS FAR AS GETTING TRUE SOUND
December 13th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
That Martin will go great with the best learning course in the world. I know this post won’t win, but there sure are some good one’s that are in the running. God bless all.
December 13th, 2007 at 2:08 pm
hi dan
I have bought all your course so far and i do believe that if anyone is that seriouse about learning guitar they will not go far wrong from learnig from any of your courses.I have got to say that the time and effort that you have put into putting these course together is well worth the money you sell them for.I would love to have a martin guitar who wouldnt but its not all about that i would just like to say thanks for your help in giving me a better understanding about the guitar.
Mark Smale (from Swansea)
December 13th, 2007 at 2:24 pm
if you want to get down to business and learn the acoustic guitar correctly then dan’s “acoustic guitar secrets” is the course you need to have.the information contained is the real deal worth it’s weight in gold.he always puts out high caliber course’s.this course will have you playing at a professional level if you work at it.all the infomation you need along with many genres of music is there for you to become a versatile musician.
December 13th, 2007 at 2:27 pm
just testing
Fantastic Posts!
You should be about sold out by now! AMAZINGAcoustic Guitar Secrets! Best thing since, since, since,
oh shucks! Sliced Bread!
Good luck Dan!
(I hope it worked)
December 13th, 2007 at 2:29 pm
hi Dan
i bought your course and love it, my parents got it for me for my birthday, i decided to learn guitar because i wanted to see what all the fuss was about, im (15) you see but as soon as i followed for very helpfull course guitar playing became a hoby of mine.i just want to say thank you.
Luke
December 13th, 2007 at 2:38 pm
the course is tooo much for me i like to have it to help me learn to play the guitar easier but i am disabled and money is very tight . i hope i win the acoustic guitar i need one to learn to play i am useing my freinds guitar right now to learn on until i get one . but this course sounds like a excellant learning to play the guitar if you have the cash for it i dont the cost is to high for me sorry .
December 13th, 2007 at 2:42 pm
Hello Dan, Your free lessons alone has been fantastic. I know your course would be awesome. Since I started your lessons have led me to openings within my Church because now I play guitar with the childrens group and it has been a blessing also with the people at the nursing homes since I have been able to play country music for them and it is all because of you and your course. What better use for the guitar then to make others happy and you have done that with just the free lessons, I can imagine how far this can go with your Course. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Ron.
December 13th, 2007 at 3:34 pm
I have waited until later in life at age 48 to try to learn to play guitar. It was a dream of mine to play and i only have an old guitar given to me to practice on. I can not afford at this time a guitar like the beautiful one you are giving away. I have researched many on-line courses and have tried free offers and i beleive your program is a great way to learn. I can’t afford to buy the full program at this time but am saving for the day I can order. Thanks for the insrutions I have received so far. MT
December 13th, 2007 at 4:03 pm
Hi Dan,
You have yet again, introduced to the guitar student a product that cannot but give pleasure to learning,enhance confidence and bring joy through the power of music.What i like about everything that you have brought to the guitarist market place,is an attribute unsurpassed.A genuine desire to share your knowledge,ability,and above all,humility,to many people whom are part of the global guitarist family whether they be beginners,intermediates or those, fortunate enough at this time to be advanced in the skills that bring so many people,so much pleasure.May the fruits of your labors be rewarded,by those of us whom see your coaching as a step forward in growing within the guitarist network.Thank you for creating the acoustic course and,bringing me enjoyment and pleasure coupled with the desire to use the skills that you teach,to also,bring others joy.Karl
December 13th, 2007 at 4:19 pm
hey i am trying to learn guitar and i have played many instuments and so i have moved on to guitar and i kinda need a guitar and i would love to learn from you cuz i am trying to get good enough to play for my youth band and i aint trying to brib you i am just trying to tell you my situation lol and so i have prayed bout it and so now i am here asking you for your help from
a gurl just trying to glorify the Lord with the gift He gave her
mikayla marie
December 13th, 2007 at 4:19 pm
Dan, having been on your mailing list for some time now, I am TOTALLY SOLD on all your courses, and YOU as a musician, a person, and an instructor. Who wouldn’t be? I don’t remember how long ago I signed up on your web site (with a different email address)…. What? Two years maybe?….
……….You have FREE LESSONS, You have SUPER SAMPLE LESSONS, and of course, these ALL help to really SELL YOUR COURSES. And your NO NONSENSE (who would want to return them?
) MONEY BACK GUARANTEE! Your Newest addition is BOUND to be a SUPER SELLER!, a A REPEAT SELLER, – AND VERY SUCCESSFUL AND HELPFUL TO ALL WHO TRULY AND SINCERELY AVAIL THEMSELVES OF IT! – EVERYTHING ON YOUR WEBSITE attests to your success, and without question your website sells your courses! No one has to second-guess — you ARE a master musician and instructor and it is self-evident and very obvious, and we are ALL exuberant to celebrate WITH you — your finally now released ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS.
But Dan, let me cut to the chase of what’s on my heart, because I have been thinking on this for the past three plus days, and I have given it MUCH thought. You have asked your readers to describe why they are excited about ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS, and how we believe that we will benefit from the course. I would like to start by saying: “First of all, to me, music is a tool.” MUSIC is a tool to be used in SO MANY WAYS. It is not an end necessarily in and of itself, though it is an enjoyable and very pleasurable pursuit. In the end, it must enrich one’s life. Music has been an enrichment in my life in many ways. It is a solace. I hope it will be in my grandchildren’s life as well: more on that in a bit. How can music enrich a life? Just a couple of examples: first of all, it is a well-known FACT that musically talented young people EXCEL in many areas of life: math skills and interpersonal skills being just a couple areas. But there is not enough time and space in a short “essay” like this.
First, I hate talking about myself, and yet you asked us to write about how this course would benefit “me”. Well, this is “me” talking.
So it would be hard to tell you, without some of us telling you a little about ourselves &/or our circumstances, so we can better relay why we would benefit from ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS: In my own particular case (isn’t that what you are asking for, how it would benefit me? 
, simply speaking, I am a 63-year-old disabled, yet very motivated and aspiring grandfather, helping my wife and our single 38-year-old daughter raise our 3 beautiful (come on everyone, let me boast a little 
)granddaughters (11, 13, & 15), whom we are home schooling and trying our best to bring up in the love and knowledge of God, and in a nurturing environment. We have very little left out of our limited income for extras, and can ill afford guitar lessons, though our granddaughters would LOVE to learn to play. I’ve been “practicing” for 20+ years and consider myself a mediocre to average player. I do some finger picking, arpeggiating, and am beginning to read some tablature. I do read music, play harmonica, and AM able to teach our granddaughters. I am a patient grandpa (“yeah right”, says our middle granddaughter Rachel!! LOL 
) and I DO believe with the 3 average acoustic guitars we have (and 2 inexpensive electrics), and your course on ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS (and/or any of the others for that matter!), YOU AND I WORKING TOGETHER can get the job done, Dan! Really that is what these courses are all about. It’s about Dan helping us. We don’t do it alone, and Dan doesn’t do it for us. It’s a means to an end, and probably the BEST MEANS TO AN END AVAILABLE ON THE PLANET. (As an aside, I went through some arpeggiating with Dan by pick, in one of the sample lessons from this new course, and as I usually do it by finger, and wow, I never tried it like he teaches it – it is awesome!) I don’t pretend to know all the “techniques” I am going to learn. I just know that this course will help me in a thousand ways. Thanks Dan!
I realize you have children of your own, but Dan, these girls would still bring tears to your eyes, whether they be of laughter or joy (if you could hear with your heart’s ear as I do) when you hear them sing as I play (don’t ask me to sing)! I would love to have you help me teach them through this course. My eyes teared up immensely as I first penned these words, even as they do now, and I write from my heart. That’s how much a course like yours would mean to me, and would help me, but I don’t know when I can even afford the very affordable cost of your program (as I believe all of your programs are affordable to most folk), but I mean to get it some day as soon as possible.
You see, we just took on our daughter and our 3 granddaughters 6 months ago. This necessitated moving from a very small apartment to a larger house to accommodate a larger family. Our rent went way up, but our disability check did not. But I can certainly say this much: Your program is way more affordable than lessons for 3 grandchildren. On top of that, it is much more convenient than taking them to lessons. THEN THINK OF THE PRICE OF GAS GUYS AND GALS! YOU KNOW WHAT? I HAVE JUST SOLD MYSELF NOT TO WAIT! I CANNOT NOT AFFORD NOT TO GET THIS PROGRAM, AND I AM GOING TO ORDER IT TODAY AND FIGURE OUT A WAY TO PAY FOR IT.
So, how will it help me? I GET TO LEARN BETTER. SO DO MY GRAND DAUGHTERS, AND I GET TO BE INVOLVED IN THEIR LEARNING, WITH DAN! – AND THEN I SAVE A TON OF TIME NOT DRIVING THEM TO LESSONS, AND A TON OF MONEY ON GAS. ALL FOUR OF US HAVE THE BEST TEACHER AROUND. YEP, THOSE ARE A LOT OF WAYS THIS PROGRAM WILL HELP ME! YESSIREE! Anyway Dan, YES I would definitely BENEFIT, but not for me PERSONALLY, and I have told you and the others HOW I would benefit, from your program, (and yet it WOULD be for me; does that sound like a contradiction? I hope not!
), but for our GRANDDAUGHTERS, because THEY would really become motivated to learn, and GRANDPA would have the tools he needs to work with them — DAN DENLEY’S Amazing ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS. My mouth WATERS every time I READ about your offers; every time I WATCH one of your lessons!
Finally Dan, I didn’t want to mention the Martin Guitar, because that is the prize. It’s not the contest. But if I am fortunate enough to be one of the three, that will be a prize in itself. I want my granddaughters to see what determination is, because this little essay is a part of their homeschooling, though they don’t know it yet. And then if I make it this far, and I am fortunate enough to hold that Martin, tears will stream down my face with pride when my granddaughters just begin lo learn something of the lesson of persistence, patience, and well doing. It is really for them that I write this little essay, and I hope it will stick with them the rest of their lives and that they will learn something from it.
Most Sincerely,
Kenneth Lockhart
December 13th, 2007 at 4:22 pm
I play, and have used the website extensively. I play left handed, so the Martin righty is of no use to me. BUT, my father in law, who was a professional musician got my oldest daughter interested in playing this year, and she is picking it up quick. This guitar would be the perfect gift for her when she graduates from high school this year , and then goes off to college this summer.
December 13th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
ive been playing for eight years, and ive always felt like iwas so close to totally understanding the guitar, i just needed somethimg to make all the tumblers fall into place. just from short video lessons ive recieved ive iproved my leads 100 percent! i can hardly wait to get this! thank you very much dan
sincerely
tfsongwritingco
December 13th, 2007 at 4:51 pm
MY NAME IS JO OR I GO BY PHILLY JO OR JOANNE . I WOULD LOVE TO ENTER THE CONTEST TO WIN A MARTIN ACCOUSTIC GUITAR , I AM SO LOOKING FORWARD TO BEING ABLE TO PLAY AGAIN. NO PITY PARTY PLEASE , BUT I SO VERY MUCH MISS PLAYING MY GUITAR. I DEVELOPED CARPUL TUNNEL FROM A CAR ACCIDENT AND INHERITATE A GENERIC DISEASE CALL DUPUYTRENS DISEASE AND IT MAKES MY FINGERS ALL BENT UP AND CROOKED . I HAD SURGERY ON RIGHT HAND AND AS THAT ONE GETS BETTER . I WILL HAVE SURGERY ON MY LEFT.
PLEASE PUT MY NAME IN THE HAT AND I HOPE I WIN !
LOVE YA,
PHILLY JO
December 13th, 2007 at 4:54 pm
Hi Guys
I have been playing guitar casually for about 10 years. My father has a ‘63 Gibson J45 which he tought me to play the basic chords on. After picking up on these chords he then tought me how to play some songs…the only problem was the songs were all county, as thats all he knows. Now I don’t mind playing country at all, but I usually like to play classic rock.
After getting into the Acoustic Guitar Secrets, I have been able to use what I have learned from it and apply it to my style of music. So now when my father and I play, I am able to show him how to play some of my songs and with Acoustic Guitar Secrets on my computer, it really helps him (and me) out a lot!!!
Unfortunatly, with his Gibson J45, no other acoustic guitar has held a candle to the sound quality (in my price range…which, unfortunatly is pretty low). So we have been taking turns on it showing each other new things. Acoustic Guitar Secrets has added MANY new things to our “garage nights” and we are able to pick up on new songs, chords, patterns etc. very quickly, so now with every “garage night”, there are always new songs, tricks, sounds that we are able to share with each other.
As you can probably tell, my father and I are best friends, and we believe that the guitar has helped keep our relationship very strong…now if we could just get that next guitar with just as good or better sound quality as the Gibson J45, we would be on tour in no time…haha.
After trying a Martin acoustic in my local music store, I fell in love with it. But after buying our first house, 2 kids and both my wife and I working to make ends meat, the Martin was just not something I could afford financially.
So…all in all, do yourself a favor. If you want to have fun learning, have things explained simply, and have an affordable teacher…GET ACOUSTIC GUITAR SECRETS…you won’t regret it!
December 13th, 2007 at 5:00 pm
I would love to win the Martin so I can give it to my seventeen year old son. He started playing when he was young by watching his dad. Know dad can’t play my old acoustic, so it would be a blessing for him to have his own, and it would increase his playing on a super nice Martin acoustic. And yes, it would be a blessing to me so I can have my old acoustic back. If we don’t win it, I hope it blesses whoever does win it. It is a excellent guitar.
December 13th, 2007 at 6:04 pm
I’ve been into music for as long as I can remember, and I picked up guitar a year and a half ago because the only instrument I played at the time was trumpet. There aren’t many places to jam on trumpet. I picked up one that my wife had played briefly i n High School, an old Crestwood.
The experience has been cathartic. I thought I knew a lot about music, but approaching it from the guitar and writing music from that perspective has opened up a whole new musical world to me! I’ve also benefited so much from the great online guitarist community-they have been my teachers, and I have yet to have a pro lesson.
Acoustic Guitar Secrets would be such a great way for me to really bump my playing up to a new level. It seems like every technique I learn opens up a whole new door of music possibility and writing to me, so getting a good grasp on a variety of approaches and skills(secrets) is really exciting.
Either way, thanks for putting together a great site. Anyone would benefit from this guitar . . . but I do hope it’s me!
December 13th, 2007 at 6:26 pm
Hey Dave,
I am a sixteen year old guitar beginner. I first learned about your website “Amazing Guitar Secrets” from your friend Adam at “Logical Lead Guitar”. I first picked up my first guitar about a year ago, my interest has been with me all my life since my father first started taking lessons and playing as lead guitar for our small town worship team. Since I was old enough to work I have been devoting all my investments to purchase a Mitchell Six String Guitar, and having teaching chords and scales to myself. Your cite “Amazing Guitar Secrerts” and Adam’s cite “Logical Lead Guitar” have been an amazing asset to my development as an amazing guitar player. For me to win this guitar would not be an amazing contest prize but an ideal stepping stone to being the next great guitar player of our lifetime, to be the next DAN DENLEY!
Thank You Dan for such an amazing and goal accomplishing cite,
Brock
December 13th, 2007 at 6:43 pm
I’m just a guy that like’s to play his guitar. It’s only a cheap guitar, but it’ll do for me.So it would be nice to win a good guitar. George!
December 13th, 2007 at 6:45 pm
In the fall of 2003, my wife and I were awoken by our neighbor frantically pounding at 3AM on our door telling us that a forest fire was about to overtake our neighborhood. Desperately gathering things in the total darkness, we gathered what few things we could find and fled our mountain home. Scared, we knew that we had left our life behind us, and when we returned ten days later we found our home reduced to a pile of smoldering black ashes. As renters we realized that life would never be the same again. Nearing the age of 60, we were overwhelmed with the tragedy. With very little help from those that one would think would help; we have been slowly rebuilding our lives. In one of our trips to a swap meet to restore our basic necessities, I picked up a cheap guitar. I was remembering how much music had given me pleasure in my youth and at that point I needed as much solace as I could find. The action was not so great, but guitar has given me a lot of pleasure. Of course, once you start playing you want to improve your abilities, and that is where Dan’s lessons have helped immensely. While I have not been able to afford buying his CDs, I have made great use of his free lessons that he has emailed me. These lessons have been concise and well organized and very enlightening. As soon as life allows it, since there always seems to be something more important to obtain, I will invest in his new lessons and possibly a new guitar, but a Martin will never be in my budget. Winning this Martin would give me a new look at life that has been throwing us lemons and give me something of value to cherish.
December 13th, 2007 at 7:09 pm
Man that’s a cool Martin, bet it’d go great with Acoustic Guitar Secrets. A little sunshine on my life would for a change, maybe even jump start my music career, 15 now, but who knows. So far i’m too broke for your CDs but your free lessons are awesome, I look forward to buying your CDs. I doubt I’d win but thought it’d be nice to show I like your lesson. Even though there’s a chance the guy with the burned down house story may be lieing, if he’s not he definately deserves this guitar. Or someone else who wants to tell their sob story.
December 13th, 2007 at 7:36 pm
Wow. What a great guitar
December 13th, 2007 at 7:49 pm
Hi Dave, Acoustic Guitar Secrets ties together all the fragmented bits of guitar knowledge that most of us have. We can play a little, and understand theory a little but AGS pulls it all together and makes it all make sense.It is a musical “AHA” moment. Bob.
December 13th, 2007 at 7:49 pm
I am a busy guy, and I travel for my job quite a bit; I don’t have time to devote every Thursday evening or Saturday morning to a weekly lesson. I carry a guitar on the road with me, and I need the lesson available to me when I am able to stop and play. Dan, and his Amazing Guitar Secrets course, are perfect for me. The lessons are straight forward, and the videos are clean and understandable.
My playing has improved quite a bit in the months since I bought the course, my friends are astounded - and a few have bought the course for themselves.
Thanks Dan, I have always loved the guitar (owned one for over twenty years) but now I can actually impress people with a few of my stylings.
December 13th, 2007 at 8:33 pm
Dan, I really do enjoy what I’ve seen so far I would love to get your new book and a “MARTIN” well it’s a dream of mine since I was a kid Im now a 46yr old man and want to learn the guitar.Why should I have a martin? I now have 17 months without a drug or alcohol its only by the grace of God because I was in bondage for 30 some years. I want to play music now and a martin would sure help.
thanks for all your work and support!
Jimi Mctevia
December 13th, 2007 at 8:47 pm
i am happy and very excited about this!!!!it gives me a chance to know some of the secrets to guitar playing…
December 13th, 2007 at 9:43 pm
That Martin is awesome !
Thanks, John
December 13th, 2007 at 10:16 pm
A guitar like that, would be a nice prize to receive. And your Acoustic Guitar Secrets would make it hum along just right. If it could do that in my hands, your course would be the greatest, for you could make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear.
December 13th, 2007 at 10:20 pm
I’m so very happy to receive your e-mail. I have allready learned from you and I’m exicted to place my order of acustic guitar secrets to improve my playing. Dan you’re a good teacher and motivator. About the Martin guitar, I wish to own one, Best regards, Ricardo.
December 13th, 2007 at 10:20 pm
There are some pretty amazing posts here - but one thing that they all seem to have in common is the word, ‘play’.
And isn’t that the way we learn best? We play! Yes, sometimes it seems like work, but I enjoy my guitar the most when I ‘play’ with it. The thing I love about video lessons like yours is that I can ‘play’ - whenever, wherever. If I want a hard core lesson, I can practice in that manner and if I want to just ‘play’, well I can. All in the comfort of my living room, basement, outhouse, wherever!
A guitar is an instrument without limits. Your 2 cd set serves as a starting point for my quest without an endpoint. And heck, if I get a chance to ‘play’ with a perfect Martin every day for the rest of my life, well what could be better?
December 13th, 2007 at 10:49 pm
hope for the best regarding the guitar. i’m just beginning to learn and enjoy the emailed information so far- thanks
December 13th, 2007 at 11:04 pm
Hi Dan,
Your Acoustic Guitar Secrets course is exactly what I’ve been looking for!
I’ve been learning on my own for a few years through method books but I haven’t been able to get past strumming a few basic chords. Many of them touched on chord theory but it’s been a little difficult for me to understand.
I’ve been researching a few online/dvd instructional materials and came across your blog with the free Acoustic Guitar videos. Right away your teaching style just clicked with me.
One of the major things I want to get out of your course is to learn about music theory as it relates to the guitar. By doing so, I hope to be able to play notes and chords anywhere on the fretboard, play songs in any key and maybe create some of my own music.
Thank you so much!
December 13th, 2007 at 11:31 pm
Hey Dan,
What can I say, I’m speechless. You have improved my playing 110%. Keep up the fantastic work. That martin sure would make me sound almost as good as you, lol. Look forward to learning more from you.
Bernie
December 13th, 2007 at 11:31 pm
This is what I believe Acoustic Guitar Secrets will do for me. I have been playing (more like fooling around) with the guitar for 20 + years. My family complained that I always played the same songs over and over.
Since purchasing 2 of Dan’s courses, Amazing Guitar Secrets and Lead Guitar Secrets, my knowledge of music theory has increased dramatically and allowed me to excell far above my expectations.
Playing with Dan’s practice techniques have really paid off, especially in lead guitar playing. He has condensed his college education into specific teaching methods in his DVD’s and books that are far more helpful than taking individual lessons from an instuctor.
Dan thoroughly researches his materials and presents it to the general audience in a way that is easy to learn.
Even though electric guitars are easy to play, and really provide some fantastic sounds, the acoustic guitar has a unique sound, which the Martin company has certainly been able to capture.
I am looking forward to see how Acoustic Guitar Secrets will raise my level of acoustic guitar playing.
December 14th, 2007 at 12:05 am
there is only 3 resons that truely appeal to me if i won this guitar. the first one is that i have been playing guitar for a few years and i have yet to have enough extra money to buy a decent guitar and a great one such as this would help me alot. the second reason is that i use my own guitar to write love songs for my girlfriend Mariah, she loves music and that is what has kept us together for 4 years. and last but not lease. i have a 6 yearold brother who is really into playing my guitart and wants me to teach him how to play the guitar. he is an amazing little brother and it would be a great christmas present to give him my own guitar and my knoledge on how to play. i have never been able to afford much for him and he is always dissapointed with my gifts and just 1 time it would be great to give him a descent present
December 14th, 2007 at 12:46 am
When I was overseas in the US Army (1/75Rangers)My best friend used to play his songs when ever we were close to home or in-flight for a night jump. He played a lot of songs that were children songs because thats how he learned to play. It got to be so much of a ( I’m not sure how to say this?) stress release that after he was killed I swore I was going to learn to play and play children songs for my kids.
I have a Ovation my wife gave me almost two years ago and my only exposure to lessons has been with you Dan or someone else related to this space. I was a Residential Building Contractor for quite a few years, One day as I was turning through an intersection a Drunk Driver ran the light and plowed into my truck. I ended up breaking 10 vertebra in my back along with other scrapes and bruises, It took the Doctors over two years to find out my back was broken. To make a long story short I ended up loosing the business and going down the rabbit hole almost to Bankrupt.
I’ve always wanted a real Martin or Gibson Guitar to play. I have (8) children from 11yrs to 30yrs. and when everybody gets together on holidays I always wish I could play better and have a real nice Guitar.
Well thats only part of the whole story but I think you get the drift.
Who ever gets it’s I hope they feel the same way I do and treat it like its a part of you.
Thanks for listening
Tom
December 14th, 2007 at 12:58 am
I Acoustic Guitar Secrets, well what i´m going to tell you is that Since I was a Child, I always dreamed of been a musician, so I start by going into the church chorus for a time, latter when I was in the school i decided to learn how to play the guitar, first at all i was needing the instrument but I didn`t have money so I started by saying to my father about that and finally he decided to give me like a a present his own guitar ( he used to play when he was young). Latter I was looking for someone to teach me but the matter is that the classes are a little expensive, well finally I learned whit an old Sr. the basics of playing, but now I need to improve cause i want to make mi own composicions and some people wants that I get into a Group, and I think that if I can learn something it could be whit your Amazing guitar Secrets, all thatI need is that, learn the guitar Secrets and your Course could be certainly the coffer that have the treasure……….and during my search I´m going to find what I´m looking for…
December 14th, 2007 at 1:53 am
It would be nice to have a new guitar to go with the new guitar lessons.
Now being retired I have the time to get going on my learning of the guitar.
Thank you for having a course that is easy to follow and learn.
Much appreciation for the help, as playing the guitar is something I have always dreamed of doing.
Thanks again.
December 14th, 2007 at 3:18 am
Hi Dan
I Really Enjoy the E mails with guitar lessons, that you have been sending to me. What I Do know about Guitar Playing I have learned from Books But I know that My Guitar Playing sure has a lot to be desired, I am excited about having the chance to win your new Guitar course Acoustic Guitar Secrets which I know will help my Guitar playing to sound good enough to play with my friends, I have been going to a Music Jam on Wednesdays at the local church and from the corner of my eye I can see my friends shaking their heads which makes me think that they let me come to the music Jams just because they are kind enough not to send me away since they know i enjoy trying to play the guitar even though my Guitar playing Has so much to be desired They do give me a lot of Good advice on playing Guitars which has been a great help to me. I am now Retired which will give me time to practice. Yes your New Acoustic Guitar secrets Is something that I really Need.
I do have a Washburn Guitar that I bought at Swap and Shop which I have read on different Web sights on how to set up a guitar so I have set up My Washburn Guitar the best that i can which I do think that I have done a good job setting up my Washburn Guitar, I know that I would enjoy Winning the Martin D16GT Guitar in your contest as I know having such a Good Guitar Is such a Pleasure as I have used some of the Guitars that my friends bring to the music Jam so I do know what a Good Guitar feels like.
Thank You for Your Guitar E mails and a chance to Win your contest
Merry Christmas
Tom Wade
December 14th, 2007 at 4:15 am
I’ve listened to and used the practice video’s and I think they are fantastic. Straight forward, easy to learn from, a great tool as far as I’m concerned.
Now let me tell you a story of why I think I should have the Martin…..
I’ve been a solo Country/Bluegrass artist for some time, and my dad taught me the basics on guitar. When he was no longer able to play, he gave me his 1958 D-28 Martin, as I was the only one in the family really doing anything with the music, and he’d had a stroke that left him unable to play.
I had just come from playing a gig, and my girlfriend needed the car. I had all my gear in the car, and I “thought” that since she was only going to be out for about 20 minutes that it would be safe. Not the case. The car was broken into and the Martin was stolen.
I still have hope that someday it will turn up in the most unlikely place…kinda wishful thinking but it belonged to my father, and it had a hand tooled leather strap that he made. There will never be another guitar like it, nor a strap like the one he made, as his stroke left him without the ability to do leather work or play.
So I know what a “real” guitar sounds like, feels like, smells like, and plays like. I’ve played a lot of Martin’s and while the D-16GT isn’t a high end Martin, my brother has had his for about 15 yrs, and OMG does it sound sweet now!! Nothing ages like a Martin!
T.D. Christopher
December 14th, 2007 at 4:45 am
I am excited about the Martin Acoustic guitar i used to have a guitar but sold it and just recently deceided to get back into learning to play
December 14th, 2007 at 5:37 am
Life ain’t easy, but playin’ guitar helps get through the tough times and makes the good times even better. There is nothing better than sharing good music with good friends. But it pays to know what you are doing when you pull the acoustic out, so I am looking forward to Acoustic Guitar Secrets to brush up on my playing, build my confidence to play in front of friends - or maybe even open mic’ night - and make sure I get the most out of my playing time, and life.
December 14th, 2007 at 7:12 am
Dan
I never thought I would be able to play guitar well enough to appreciate the difference between an expensive guitar and my budget one.
However I recently called in at a local music shop and tried a Martin 28. The difference in tone and ease of playing between this and my own guitar was immediatley apparent. I did not want to hand it back to the assistant afterwards.
I believe that the lessons I have studied on your site and other sites on the internet have given me sufficient confidence in my playing to know the difference.
I’ll be saving up for a new guitar now and it will almost certainly be a Martin. I’ll give the 16GT a try out if they have one in any of the local music shops.
Good luck to whoever wins the 16GT. You are in for a great ride with this guitar.
Tom.
December 14th, 2007 at 7:48 am
Hi Dan
Having bought and worked with your Amazing Guitar Secrets since learning to play the guitar I thought that Acoustic might just be a rework of this.
How wrong am I? The teaser videos and information on the site shows just how much you have taken it to the next level - I am sooooo excited and hope to order when we get into the New Year.
My little boy is 5 and he likes to have a strum on my guitar and wants me to play for him so this year we’ve gone and bought him a starter acoustic guitar for Christmas.
In my head I have a great picture of me and Ben sitting down and playing guitar together - I think at that age he will soon be far far ahead of me and who knows before long it’ll be a father and son jam session!!
I know that Acoustic Guitar Secrets will help me to get the most out of my ability, to understand how I’m doing and the theory that makes a great tune but also and importantly, I see the course helping me to help Ben to understand playing guitar better and learn more quickly than just ‘messing about’ and give him the opportunity to be a great guitar player
If the Martin was on my knee and my fingers were strumming the strings it’d make it an even sweeter experience.
Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for 2008
December 14th, 2007 at 7:52 am
Dan - Impressions make a difference.
I’m not really the greatest writer, but decided to do so after viewing your Acoustic Guitar Video Lessons. Your performance, clarity of music explanations , and style , not only got my attention, but my teenage son’s as well. My son can play tab and a variety of songs but has little knowledge of how it all comes together . I’ve tried to explain scales, chord progressions, etc. to no avail. Well guess what? Dad doesn’t know everything . Children never see their parents as the best teachers.
But Dan , you made it easy to understand and a good experience to learn without being boring. Great job !
Well, by now you should know that your course made his Christmas list . My order is on the way. And I’m looking forward to learning along with him. If you can reach him, you did your job . Better than dear old Dad could manage . Thanks, Ernie B.
December 14th, 2007 at 8:39 am
i have found that the Amazing Guitar Secrets have helped me out alot. i have seen other guitar lessons but they do they dont not even compare to the quality this one.
I have a nine yare old son whos name is Nathan. and i have been teaching him for a year now. I only have an electric guitar since my acoustic was stolen. I am not an emotional man but for my birthday, Nathan played and sang knocken on heaven door for me.
Since i have been going to college i am not in a point where i can not buy another guitar. And i can only dream on having an acoustic guitar to play with Nathan.
December 14th, 2007 at 9:02 am
I have played guitar since age 13(now 55).Since retiring, I taught an Intro To Rock Course last Summer.It was helpful to me as much as the student.I have only played Martins in a Music Store as I could never afford one.Martins have such beautiful acoustic sound!
WOW!!! it would be great to win such a fine instrument of such quality and tone.
Chuck Smith
December 14th, 2007 at 9:58 am
Why am I excited about AGS?
I’ve been playing acoustic guitar now for just over a year. I’ve made some good progress so far, but I have reached a bit of a plateau. I believe that Acoustic Guitar secrets is going to help me to the next level. I can’t wait - I’m literally bursting. I ordered Acoustic Guitar Secrets 1 minute after the website became available which was 1 am here in Sydney. That’s how excited I was!!
The other reason I’m excited is that now I have a tutor right here in my lounge room who I can playback over and over again.
How is AGS going to help me?
Reading the outline of contents and looking at the sample videos, I believe AGS is the most comprehensive acoustic guitar course out there, covering all the intricacies.
Dan’s method of teaching is very logical and methodical, which is excellent for someone like me, who without structure will wander all over the place not knowing what to practice. Dan’s method forces you to work through your progress and more importantly track your progress.
Awesome Dan, keep up the good work!!
Steve Cheung
December 14th, 2007 at 10:27 am
OMG !! This guitar rocks ! I’ve always dreamt of such guitars but i never got the chance to have one ! It will be awesome winning it !
December 14th, 2007 at 10:32 am
As I was young My mom bought this Ibanez solid body for me, nicks scratches and totaly untunable, so I thought.
I fixed it as best I could and 21 years later it help me get my two sons into guitar. Never will I get rid of it, how could I, would you? For around a hundred bucks I bought this Galviston at a flea market, yea it’s hard on the fingers and my boys play it as well. For the money it’s not a bad guitar. It’s not the instrament that makes you play well, your dedication and determination is what you need with the right lessons one could play and sound great. Dan’s lessons could help me and my boys, in fact with the free lessons I have gained so much, thats an indication to me what Acoustic Guitar Secrets can do.
Thank you Dan !!!
Douglas W.
December 14th, 2007 at 11:55 am
Of course I am very excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets because I have benefited from the last 2 courses from you Dan; and I want to join with the rest of the Dan Denley’s community of students to celebrate this auspicious occasion. Thanks to you Dan and may God bless you and all at home, even the rest helping you out in the Office.I know and very very sure AGS will mould me into a better guitarist; and with a higher dimension in my guitar strummings.Who knows I shall be the Dan Denley of ASIA continent.(am waiting for my ordered package to come; and also the Martin D16GT )
Your ardent student,
Seow See Wah from Malaysia.
December 14th, 2007 at 12:18 pm
I’m 43 and have found playing the guitar is very fun and relaxing. I haven’t see what is offered on this site but as soon as I submit this hopeful entry I will be looking at what it has to offer for me to learn more about playing my guitar. I have a guitar now that cost less than the case that it is in and it would be awesome to win this guitar. My guitar vibrates when I hit the middle strings, I bet this one doesn’t vibrate. Anything to help me sound better is a blessing. Thanks for listening to a womans dream.
December 14th, 2007 at 1:06 pm
Thanks adam for having this great contest. I would love to win this guitar. I have a few batter and worn out guitars and truly would like to win this new Martin Acoustic guitar to love, hold and cherish and of course PLAY PLAY PLAY PLAY!!!!! I love acoustic guitars and would be very proud to show it off and where I got it.
I believe your Acoustic Guitar Series is an exceptional teaching aid from what i have read about it, and would definately purchase the course if I won this guitar. I would promote it to my fellow guitar friend as well. I am going to send this e-mail out to them. They may miss the contest but they can still look at the website.
Thanks again and can’t wait to see who WINS!!
December 14th, 2007 at 1:43 pm
Interested to know the simple techniques to lean It easily.
December 14th, 2007 at 2:41 pm
I would love this guitar because I don’t own one. And at 45 years old I would like to learn to play , so that my 11 year old who plays the saxophone can be encouraged.
December 14th, 2007 at 3:12 pm
I wanna a decent guitar!!!!
December 14th, 2007 at 3:36 pm
I can’t wait for the course to arrive. I have the other courses that are based on electric guitars, but play a Silver Creek acoustic. Why the other courses? Well, I like Dan’s approach and even though some of the sounds are very hard to emulate on the acoustic, the styles have helped me tremendously. I am confident that the acoustic course is going to the allow me to push myself even further.
I only have one question? How does the Martin sound compare to the tone of the Silver Creek?
December 14th, 2007 at 3:45 pm
You know that you want me to have this Martin! I’ve no money so not only should you pick me for the guitar you should also send all of your courses to me along with it because I DESERVE TO BE A WINNER this time. However, if you should choose not to award me as the WINNER of this giveaway I promise to follow you around day & nite for the rest of your life like the poparatzi (?) on Brittany Spears! Why? Because you know DMNAED well that I should be the winner. Dan . . . do not do the wrong thing here, select me so all of your loyal readers, students and customers can know that they may trust you because you do the right thing!
You want me to win, your family wants me to win, your wife and children want me to win, even your neighbors want me to win! So why are you being soooo difficult about this Dan?
Oh yeah, almost forgot, I’ve been invited to sit in on an acoustic with Van Halen while on tour in their New Orleans concert date in Feburary, but how can I? I don’t have a GUITAR!!! Stop denying me the fame I so rightfully deserve.
Well, thanks and wish me luck!
December 14th, 2007 at 5:54 pm
My name is Amy and I am 18 years old. When I was 12 years old I decided that I wanted to learn how to play the guitar. My parents were hesitant on spending money on a guitar when they were not for sure that I would “stick with it.” My family found a guitar at a yard sale for me to learn on. It was not the best guitar to learn on but it is what I had to use. I had to prove to my parents that I was serious about learning how to play, so I self-taught myself for a year in a half or so. Finally, my parents decided to take me to a shop to get lessons. I still had that same little guitar that I first started on and it was not producing the correct sounds no matter how hard I tried. About 5 years ago, my parents bought me a Squire as my Christmas and 8th graduation gift. I loved it, but the day after I got it; it got knocked over and now has a reasonably deep scratch in the top of the neck. I switched teachers and began taking lessons again. I was working really hard and the teacher finally said that he couldn’t teach me anymore. We again switched teachers and as of last year I was still learning new techniques until the prices for the lessons went up to $20 for a 30 min. lesson. We could no longer afford for me to take lessons so I had to quit. I still constantly play my guitar. I have one student who I have been teaching for about 4 months now. I would love to purchase a new guitar to replace my old scratched up one so I will be able to show my student what a real guitar sounds like, but I cannot afford it. I am in my first year of college and all of my money that I make goes toward the bill for my books (which are not cheap). This Martin guitar that you are giving away would mean so much to me, if I were to happen to win it. Your book and DVD’s will help reinforce what I have been teaching and help me word things in a better way to help my student to understand. Thank you for giving average, ordinary people the chance to win such a life-changing gift.
December 14th, 2007 at 5:58 pm
Wao! I’m not sure if I could win the guitar or if I really deserve it. I mean, I look at the needs from Linda Huang to help the people of Rwanda and the selfish attitude from B. Cole.
I would like to win the guitar don’t give me wrong but I believe that this guitar already belongs to Linda Huang.
This it will be a great x’mas gift for the children of Rwanda.
Merry christmas and a Happy New Year to everybody!
December 14th, 2007 at 7:13 pm
33 years ago I started to teach myself how to play the guitar. My guitar got me through many rough years of what I now know was untreated depression. Back then, high school and college kids were never considered depressed. I was suicidal. Inspired by acoustic based artists like Dan Fogelberg and Jackson Browne, I began to write songs. Dark songs, pouring more than just teenage angst out onto the page, filling them with fear and secrets and minor chords. Although I did not know it then, it was therapy. As an adult, I finally received medical treatment, and as many tortured artists find, some of that dark muse disappeared. I spent time away from making music, taking care of family, working multiple jobs, focusing on the chores of life. I played occasionally, but lost much of what I’d learned. Now I have got my priorities straight. I need to play to be me.
I’m playing every day and the muscle memory is building back up. Songs I thought I’d forgotten are bubbling up out of nowhere. It’s a wonderful feeling being whole again. I’m getting your new Acoustic Guitar Secrets to take me to where I wanted to go all those years ago with my playing. After all this time, I am finally ready. Ready to be healthy, happy and moving forward. A new Martin would be icing on the cake.
December 14th, 2007 at 7:34 pm
I WANT to be able to play the guitar. I work every day at it. For as little time as I have (medical student and part-time coffee shop employee), it at least fool around on the guitar everyday if not practice technique, chromatics, and the songs I love
BUT I’M NOT GETTING BETTER!! I wonder if it’s the $40 guitar I bought online a year ago. I can’t afford a new one, I can barely afford strings…but i don’t know anything about good strings, or a good guitar, or if my equipment is either of those.
I have the dedication to learning to play the guitar, and have a great appreciation for music. Point is, with instruction from Acoustic Guitar Secrets and the beautiful Martin acoustic, you will turn this hardworking amateur into a pro. Then…the ladies will love me!
December 14th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
Hey Dan!
When does this contest end. Midnight Eastern or Pacific or what?
December 14th, 2007 at 8:28 pm
I’ve excited about the course because at the age of 44 I’ve been fooling around with the guitar on and off for 20 years and am at the stage in the my life where I’m ready to seriously commit to becoming a good player and truly enjoy the instrument. I believe this course along with Dan’s calm and pleasant demeanor will encourage me to move forward in my playing. I’ve loved Martin guitars since I was a kid and would welcome the chance to play such a fine instrument on a daily basis.
December 14th, 2007 at 9:00 pm
i think this might be what i have been looking for
December 14th, 2007 at 9:07 pm
the guitar and course would be what i needed to stay motivated
December 14th, 2007 at 9:45 pm
I am just learning. every guitar I have ever had just seem to crack or seperate either the bridge or the neck. not had much luck getting past learning scales and open chords..I heard a Martin once it sounded great!
December 14th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
I recently travel to Cuba on a missionary expedition with my church. While i was traveling the country i met a young man with a guitar that had seen its fair share of playing. He was missing his “a” string and replaced it with come kind of string. Our translator told me that he plays his guitar everyday and that it was the only one in the area! I played with him and shared lyrics and chords. I told him that i would replace his guitar on my next trip, I plan on following through with my promise. This guitar would bring joy and happiness to his life. I thank you for this opportunity and hope that your new CD are very successful. Please e-mail if you want more info or pictures of the Cuban boy.
December 14th, 2007 at 11:43 pm
I already have your Guitar in 60 Secs course and I must say it is fabulous. My playing has increased several times over and I haven’t finished the course yet. Since I am still in the midst of Dan’s Guitar in 60 Secs course I have no need for his newest Guitar Secrets Course, but I would love to own and love your Martin D16GT. I couldn’t afford the newest course even if I did want it. You see on one of the last give aways a fine lady named Shirley won the Guitar in 60 Secas course and donated it to me because I am on a fixed income and a 100 disabled veteran. She is a very wonderful lady to bring such joy to my life. I know Dan’s newest course would be brilliant and I would love to win that as well, but I really would like someone else to win the course that doesn’t own any of his fine courses. The Martin in my lap would be just fine and I would be content with her. I dream of owning a Martin guitar. Your D16GT sounds like a dream after hearing it on your free videos. Yes I would love to own that sweet little guitar. As I have said before when I wrote something for that other give away I never win anything and maybe, just maybe, if I win this Martin my losing streak will be gone before I die. I also think that since I am learning guitar on your Guitar 60 Secs course it would be fitting to own ,and love, your Martin D16GT. If I win the guitar I am going to name her ‘Shirley’ after the great lady that donated the last Guitar on 60 Secs course to me. One could say that I would then have a complete course including guitar. Ha-ha wouldn’t that be great? I do dream about holding her and I can hear the chords and notes from her in my head. May the best person win the guitar. May I win Shirley because I can give her the best home full of love and tender care. I would also love to win her before Christmas so that I can play the song I am writing for my wife for a Christmas present on Shirley.
Regards,
Harold
December 15th, 2007 at 12:06 am
This year Christmas will be on December 18, 2007! That’s the target date U.P.S. will be delivering my copy of “Acoustic Guitar Secrets!” The acoustic course will undoubtedly follow suit in the same fashion as Dan’s other courses, “Amazing Guitar Secrets” and “Lead Guitar Secrets.” Both of these courses are professionally done and are well planned, easy to follow. The DVD’s and book support each other. The courses are written in musical notation and tablature, adding simplicity to instruction. Make no mistake, these courses will appeal to beginners, intermediate and advanced players.
Amazing Guitar Secrets has incorporated a wealth of information that many other instruction methods fail to include. You’ll learn not only the basics of guitar but you will learn notes, scales, modes, theory. etc. Amazing Guitar Secrets takes the “mystery” out of the “CAGED System.” You’ll not only learn the mechanics of music but how to actually play the guitar and play any song.
I’ve taken some lessons many years ago before the guitar gained it’s current popularity. Many of these instructors taught solely through “method books” and viewed the guitar as nothing more than a
“rhythm instrument” used solely for accompaniment. Few had the skills to teach beyond these parameters as their primary instrument of proficiency was either the piano or violin. Classical guitarists/instructors were few and far between and their instruction fees were extremely costly.
I’m entering this Martin give away because I feel Martin guitars are the essence of acoustic guitars. Acoustic guitars are the epitomy of music. You can feel the music through the instrument unlike electric guitars and they are easier to travel with.
I’ve recently retired from law enforcenment and I looked forward to learning the guitar because I now have the time. I owned a Guild acoustic electric in the past and a few other guitars but I lost everything in a fire shortly before I retired. To complicate the issue further my health has been compromised post 9/11. I’ve been diagnosed with COPD/Asthma, heart problem, tremors, etc.
I borrowed a neighbors beat up generic acoustic guitar while working with your courses. Need I say more when it comes to comparing the quality of guitars?
December 15th, 2007 at 12:13 am
My mother is a music teacher in Montana. She has instilled in me the love of music. I have been enlisted in the Navy for five years. My room mates taught me how to play guitar during our long nights at sea. Your online courses have really helped me improve my skills. I recently bought a Martin and I LOVE it. I would really love to give a guitar to the high school music program in Harlowton, Montana. Most of the kids can not afford to buy an instrument so it would be AMAZING for them to get an opportunity to have a high quality acoustic guitar to play. My mother basically focuses on big band techiniques so your CD’s would be really benificial to those young guitarists. Thank you for your time.
Sincerly,
AE2 (AW) Karena Robertson, USN
December 15th, 2007 at 12:27 am
I’m writing on behalf of my friend Joe. His dog died the day after his wife left him, and he’s homeless now because he lost his job after missing too much work when he got food poisoning from eating some bad meat. A couple days ago, while walking to the mission, he slipped and fell on the ice, and he doesn’t have any insurance so he’s in constant pain now and limps really bad, which is probably part of the reason he got his foot run over by a city bus yesterday and ended up at the free clinic, where I visited him this morning. “Joe,” I said, “is there anything I can do to help you feel better?”
“Nah,” he answered, “except for the bed bugs and lice, and the bat that keeps biting me at night, it’s not so bad here.” As I prepared to say goodbye, I noticed a slight glimmer in Joe’s eyes as he said, “Ya know, there is one thing I’d kinda like.” “You name it Joe,” I said. “Coffee, a soda, a glass of ice water?” “Those all sound mighty nice,” he said, “but I was really thinking of a brand new Martin D16GT.”
Joe sure would be grateful.
December 15th, 2007 at 12:44 am
I’m beginning to feel a lot like a guitar player, or dare I say a musician. I purchased Dan’s Lead Guitar Secrets course several months ago and through following the detailed book and dvd’s my playing skills have improved dramatically. Beyond that for the first time in my life I now have a good knowledge of guitar theory and an understanding of why I’m in a certain key or even what note I’m playing. Playing in the vicinity of the 12th fret no longer scares the hell out of me. Trust me I’m not one to enjoy learning theory, it’s just that Dan’s courses make sense of it all while you improve your skills by playing the guitar.
My guitar playing history is pretty simple. When I was 12 years old I took lessons for a couple of years from several teachers but found it to be boring and monotenous and eventually quit. Well some 30 years later I gave it another try and Dan has helped to keep me excited about playing the guitar—— to the point that I have actually invested in two decent guitars (lower end Taylor, but nice and a Mexican Fender electric). Never in my guitar playing days have I made such swift or consistent improvement.
I’m very happy to find out that Dan’s Acoustic Guitar Secrets will no longer be kept a secret. With Dan’s acoustic course my goal is to learn finger picking and fingerstyle techniques and to improve my strumming and transition between bar chords. Oh yeah, and the basics of acoustic blues guitar, and some jazz, and chord embellishment… oh well you get the idea. I can already tell you that Dan never leaves you wandering around in the book, he guides you through it all and everything in the book is tied with the dvd’s and cd’s. Dan also teaches a slew of songs (with audio tracks) , but not just a hodge podge of songs, he strategically shows you various styles and techniques from different genres which will enable you to eventually play anything and everything, making for a well rounded guitarist, who wouldn’t want that.
Finally, the important thing Dan does in his courses is to keep you constantly learning without wasting time, which in turn peaks your interest and before you know it your doing things on the guitar that you could never have imagined. Thanks Dan and good luck to everyone.
George Scutch Dec.14, 11:45pm EST
December 15th, 2007 at 12:47 am
PLEASE? make it E.S.T. so we don’t get no more folk like Tommy boy posting for his hopeless friends! PLEASE?
December 15th, 2007 at 12:52 am
Hey Dan, this is Thomas Morin from the post above. I noticed it says my submission was entered December 15th at 12:27 am. It was actually entered December 14th at 11:27 pm. Just want to make sure Joe gets a fair shot at the Martin. Thanks, Joe’s friend Thomas.
December 15th, 2007 at 12:53 am
HI, I really enjoy your sight. I always come back to it out of all the other stuff out there. I like the way Dan does the video’s and slows it down.I gave Santa my wish list.
I told Santa it would really make me happy if I get this course for Christmas. It would totally be a dream come true if I won the Martin. I would teach my 3 kids and I have a dream of singing and playing my guitar at my church
Dan you are an inspiration it must be really nice to have a job you really enjoy because it shows. you are helping many people to develop their dreams.
Thank you
angie
December 15th, 2007 at 1:35 am
Hi,m Dude I Think Your Sight Is Awesome And Im Rellly Looking Foward To Your Acostic Guitar Secrets Course. If I Won That Martin Guitar I Would Be So Happy If I Ever Wanted An Acoustic Guitar More It Would Have To Be A Martin D16GT. I Would Brag To Everyone I Know. Your Courses Are Awesome And I Really Would Like To Win This Guitar.
Thank You
Jason
December 15th, 2007 at 5:22 am
is it over?
December 15th, 2007 at 11:31 am
Hi folks,
Thanks for the all the amazing comments.
Just wanted to let everyone know that the contest is now closed. We will posting info on the finalists and how to vote next week.
Thanks again and all the best,
Dan Denley
December 15th, 2007 at 12:23 pm
hi dan i like your acousic guiter and, i think it,s gonna be good chance to me to play better.thanks gum sheuei
December 15th, 2007 at 1:17 pm
i listen hard rocks and metals and but i often found that hard rocks were played over electric guitars. But i’ve always wanted to play those songs over a new method , like in acoustic method. Something to create from acoustic, like a different hard rocks. Maybe acoustic secrets could offer me something really useful for me.
December 15th, 2007 at 2:22 pm
Some people have a phd in playing guitar. I have an adhd in playing it. I really try to learn something new each time I have the chance to play. My fingers stretch ok, it’s just the mind don’t tell the fingers to go there quick enough. I don’t have the time to go for lessons with all the kaos in my life. That’s why I like the guitar. It relaxes me, makes me slow down. It may not sound good to the kids, but I don’t care. Godda vent somewhere right? Internet lessons are at my convience. I order some dvd’s or get computer downloads. I’m not so embarrassed about my guitar adhd then.
December 15th, 2007 at 2:38 pm
See what I mean? I haven’t had any free time to check my e-mails, and now you say your contest is closed. Please don’t disqualify my submission to your contest. I’m bummed!
December 15th, 2007 at 8:41 pm
I had my wife wanda buy your amazing guitar secrets course for me a while back and it helped me go from beginner to intermediant in about a year. exellent course Dan Denley.
thanks mike hayes
December 16th, 2007 at 12:52 am
You should be ashamed Tony! Linda Huang is not in Rwawanda, she works at Wallmart you liar.
December 16th, 2007 at 1:48 am
The old beater works hard
And with the new Martin
It fears not discard
But with new ‘Acoustic Guitar Secrets’ to learn
And skills for me to earn
Old beater will find it’s supporting place
To the D16GT’s inspiration and grace
December 16th, 2007 at 9:17 am
I know I missed the deadline but I just wanted to thank Dan for his help. Dan we have spent many nights together in my family room. I am a mother of 4 and when all went to bed I would go down stairs and meet Dan. We had some good times and some tough times together but Dan you are a good teacher. Now I play much better. I even play out at the local nursing home now. Your lessons have helped improve my playing(along with my continuing efforts)so for this I hope you sell many more Secret Guitar videos. I believe there is a music beast in most of us just waiting to bust loose and your video released that beast in me. Thanks again. I only wish that I got this email sooner so I could win that guitar it looks like a beauty.
December 16th, 2007 at 10:04 pm
I ALSO FORGOT TO MENTION THAT I LEARNED ARPEGGIOS AS A LITTLE GIRL AT 14 YRS OLD AND THEY HAVE ALWAYS STUCK WITH ME . THEY SO MUCH HELP TO MAKE THE SONGS SOUND BETTER AND BEATS THE STUMMING PATTERN . LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING DANS LESSONS. I HAVE ALSO BEEN PRACTICING DOING ARPEGGIOS IN THE AIR ( MY FAKE GUITAR ) UNTIL I CAN PLAY AGAIN . ITS AWESOME TOWARDS MY HAND THEREPY ! ☻☻
HUGS FROM PHILLY JO
December 18th, 2007 at 2:19 pm
the reason i display a message is simply because i need a good guitar so i can play public. have no money for one and i m a student….i imagine i m not the only one that post that kind of message.. Playing is a passion! that is my reason for me to win…
December 18th, 2007 at 8:35 pm
Dan,
I’ve learned so much from your “freebies” that you so generously offer on line that I felt I finally had to break down and buy your Acoustic Guitar Secrets. I know I’m getting the best and all that I will need for a long while.
As far as winning the Martin? Well, it would be nice as I could never set aside that much cash to purchase one. However, I must say that I already feel like a winner with my recent purchase of AGS!!
December 18th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
All bets are off…
The contest is over
It’s winter now,
No fields of clover.
We’ll stay indoors
Those of us in the North
And watch and study
Amazing Acoustic Guitar Secrets of Course.
Indoors where it’s warm
Where it’s pleasant and cozy,
But only if we ordered before
Dan ran out of the first run bright and rosy.
Hey I had to find something to rhyme with that last sentence folks.
I’m telling you the truth, I’m telling no jokes.
As soon as I got done last Thursday ’splaining why I’d benefit from Acoustic Guitar Secrets,
I picked up the phone, and also ordered Amazing Guitar Secrets.
I put my money where my mouth was,
I sure wasn’t lying, cause I know Dan Denley’s courses, are almost worth dying (for that is)..
Perfect Poetry this isn’t, I know, I know… I made it up on the spur of the moment, but tomorrow I’ll be watching for that UPS man, he’s important!
Because he’ll be deliverin’ 2 courses in one…
My granddaughters and I, were going to have lots of fun
For the next several months we’ll be a strumming and chordin’
and learning togther, the rules just accordin’ to Dan, he’s the man! Thanks Dan, for making it happen.
We all like your easy going mannerisms, and I think you are going to make a lot of folk happy with this new course, including the granddaughters and m’self. We wish you all the best and success for the coming year. God bless.
Ken, Danielle, Rachel, Tara, Mom, and Grandma
(just because the contest is over doesn’t mean we can’t tell Dan we appreciate him and all he is doing to help us to the next level, right guys and gals?)
December 19th, 2007 at 10:04 am
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2007
I checked this morning with UPS on their tracking site you see,
The webite said our package was scheduled for delivery.
Today is the day, it is on time to be sure,
Dan Denley’s Acoustic Guitar Secrets, a real for sure cure!
We all are excited, we look forward with anticipation,
To learn all kinds of neat stuff, from finger picking to strumming and just plain ‘ol relaxation;
With acoustic guitar in hand, TV course, book and all….
With Dan Denley’s course, we’re all going to have a ball.
Skills we will learn, whether they be by sixes or by the dozen,
While grandma is cooking a roast, or delicious cookies in the oven.
Our playing will get better, won’t just be noise after a while…
But sweet music to everyone who listens, that’s sure to bring a smile.
And a year or two down the road, we’ll be thanking the Good Lord in the Heavens,
That Dan paid his bills, and continued on with HIS lessons!
So that we all could benefit, from the skills he so adeptly did learn,
And gave us all a chance, and now folks it’s OUR turn!
Ken Lockhart
December 19th, 2007 at 11:43 am
10:45 AM
IT ARRIVED!
Our package just arrived:
We waited with eager anticipation!
Our fingers begin to rejoice,
As they realized their soon emancipation!
From tripping over each other,
Because of their lack of skill!
As they realized that in time,
They will move because they will!
Because they now have the tools –
To practice long and hard
To get to where they need to be
As they practice the Acoustic Guitar.
They are excited as they type these words,
They can hardly wait to leave the keyboard,
So they can then open the package before them, pop a DVD in the player,
And start dancing all over the fretboard.
So they leave with you these humble words –
To let your mind wonder and ponder,
Just how excited the Lockhart household is –
The rest of this month of December!
December 19th, 2007 at 10:41 pm
i love your web site your guitar secrets are realing cool to me and my mom and dad
thanks a lot for all the help
from jeffery lake marathon,my phone number is 607-849-4193
December 19th, 2007 at 10:45 pm
i love your Guitar secret it tech me a lot of stuff
my mom and my dad are very happy for me
thank your berring much for all the thing you teach me
from jeffery lake marathon 607-849-4193
December 21st, 2007 at 3:24 pm
I am excited about Acoustic Guitar Secrets because I was born in April and a select few people who were born in April are Taurus’ The sign of the Bull and ever since Acoustic Guitar Secrets has been introduced online via the internet it has caused a “frenzie” or “Stampede” of interest to all who surf the World Wide Web and love Guitar and as you may know “Bulls” Love to Stampede. I Also drive a Taurus and was taught the difference between a Gun and a weapon at an early age. First theres my Love Gun and theres a Taurus the weapon. Now one little known fact is that Taurus’ love Martin Guitars and Love to play guitar and with all this in my favor as if this wasnt enough I believe with my Tauranean stubborness and stick-to-it-ive-ness that I will sincerly benefit from the course like no other second to one. Now by faith I know you would’nt wave a free Martin in front of a Bull would you!, after all He might just be smarter than a fifth or sixth grader and be a Taurus Himself. Not to mention he might have skills. That’s it. Oh Please pretty please can I have the Martin Sincerely Scott born April 30th,1962
December 21st, 2007 at 3:28 pm
Stand Away from the Martin and no one wants that Martin more than me remember second to one!
December 24th, 2007 at 11:04 am
Dan,
Acoustic Guitar Secrets is an exciting course gear towards all levels of guitarist. Your videos are well thought out and instructive in the way which they show both the left and right hand techniques at a speed anyone can grasp. Right hand picking is a difficult skill to master; yet, your ability to clearly demonstrate the PIMA technique and your choice of melodies is excellent. My sense of timimg and picking ability have improved immensely. Thank you.
Larry
December 28th, 2007 at 2:06 pm
I love acoustic guitar and amazing secrets can only help
December 30th, 2007 at 11:14 pm
Dan,
First i want to thank you for shareing your knowledge of guitar.I loved the lead guitar course.but i honestly can not tell you how much progress i have made in my playing in just a few short weeks of useing you aucustic guitar course.I have been trying to learn to play for almost two years now and i have just been stuck.since i hade mt back surjury i have been disabled so i have had a lot of time on my hands.physicaly i cant do to much.So i went through a little bought of depresion.Now i am finaly axcited about my practice time.and thanks to you i am makeing real progress.THANK YOU.
January 2nd, 2008 at 8:28 am
Dan,
Thanks for your help .I have been messing around with playing giutar for years. After just two weeks of practice using your exercises my fingers are picking up the speed that i have never had . It has given me the drive to continue study.
sincerly vince
January 13th, 2008 at 4:35 pm
I’m a “newbie”, both to learning how to play the guitar and to your great teaching site. How can such a double-barreled entry be ignored!
January 13th, 2008 at 6:11 pm
Hey whatever happened to the Martin guitar contest?
March 6th, 2008 at 6:28 am
so where is the guitar theory course , that i paid for , and nothing since ?
March 7th, 2008 at 11:59 am
I might as well be honest. I am not writing to win the guitar. I’m simply writing this to say that I am sure that this course would be good for anybody. you couldn’t do anything else but improve your guitar playing by puchasing this product. I’m sad to say Im not able to be a purchaser as I am on a very limited income.However those who do I know will have unbelievable progress in their guitar playing and should let everybody know about it.
March 8th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
I beleive I will benifit by Accostic Guitar Secrets because it will help me see things I haven’t seen when I comes to playing the guitar. This will help me to push past what I can do on the guitar now.
March 13th, 2008 at 4:43 pm
Dan, I believe this course is beyond exciting because I have an opportunity to own an Martin D16 GT Acoustic Guitar, being the only Guitar I have at this time is a Harmony Les Paul Jr. Copy if I win, the martin will add some spice to my one Guitar collection,as far as the Acoustic Guitar Secrets, as we all know Dan, and I’m sure anyone who has been sent any email Guitar lessions from you, and your staff will detest to be true, at least for myself. Knowledge is one of the best gifts recieved from one person to another. Thank you, Dan and company for these gifts, your friend always, Lloyd Hamilton- lloham54@hotmail.com
March 27th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
Jack…
Geat post. I added you to my blog roll!…
May 25th, 2008 at 8:17 pm
Jessie
Just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thank you for a great Free Mp3 Download.There is nothing else like your site on the net today. My friends are just going to love this site once I let them know about it.
June 6th, 2008 at 10:14 pm
Roger
It has since been implemented in most other blogging tools. (Blogger now has backlinks - very similar to the trackback feature in Movable
July 23rd, 2008 at 10:14 am
I am very excited for the acoustic guitar secrets because I am learning to play acoustic guitar. I’m only 14, but I can already play a few songs. I’m looking forward to this, also because I am trying to teach me, my brother, cousin, and my friend to play guitar. acoustic guitar secrets will help alot! I seen that guitar and I absolutely adore it!
August 4th, 2008 at 6:46 pm
I am excited about the course because i love guitar and want to be able to play all styles of music. The martin acoustic guitar and course would help me to become a better, clearer, and faster musician. I plan on attending berkelle colledge of music once i get out of highschool(i have connections to get it). So the martin wou