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From: Marda.Anderson@f150.n321.z1.fidonet.org (Marda Anderson)
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Subject: Re: Hello!
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Date: 17 Jul 90 19:25:28 GMT
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[This is from the Blink Talk Conference]

I realize that I am jumping in here but I noticed your message asking 
about self-instruction for the guitar.  There are several courses 
available.  The NLS music section has a very good foundational course 
called, I think, "Don Hoffer's Guitar Method for the Blind".  It starts 
off with extremely simple stuff for the novice.  One thing I like about 
that method is that it has a "chord dictionary" which tells you 
specifically how to make numerous chords.  It's especially helpful if you 
have xDP,a good ear and can figure out what chords you want but just 
don't know the mechanics of how to play them on the guitar.  NLS also has 
some more advanced instructional cassettes dealing with various aspects 
of guitar playing.  I would suggest that you write to them and request a 
catalog of their self-instruction courses.
Their address is:
Music Section
National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Washington, D.C. 20542
They also have an 800 number (800)424-8567 I think.  If I'm wrong, you 
can get it from 800 information. 
Good luck with your playing.
marda

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