What's the point?

[tenthumbs]

Seems like this section could be used for something else. Harmony Central has the "lesson loft" and it's excellent. We have open mic and the loading dock. Why the need for another off topic section?

If I wanted to attract more paid subscibers, a useful section would be a better selling point than Small Town AGF. Sorry but Small Town AGF disappeared when Taylor kicked us to the curb...

[banpreso]

most unpaid members don't even know about loading dock

i doubt the purpose of small down and docks are "selling points" to begin with

i see this as a place for off topic discussions in a smaller environment. people who participate in these discussions are usually forum old timers. it's a targeted audience.

[tenthumbs]

Seems to me this section is generally unused and totally unnecessary regardless if you're a paying member or not.

$15 isn't much money and I'm not suggesting it deserves more than we get already. I'm suggesting we get rid of STAGF and introduce a more useful section. Small Town AGF is useless and the level of participation is proof.

[Cakes]

Seems like this section could be used for something else. Harmony Central has the "lesson loft" and it's excellent. We have open mic and the loading dock. Why the need for another off topic section?

If I wanted to attract more paid subscibers, a useful section would be a better selling point than Small Town AGF. Sorry but Small Town AGF disappeared when Taylor kicked us to the curb...

I tend to agree, for what it's worth.

John

[James Willer]

I paid to support the forum because I like it. I wasnt attracted to it for our own little space here. A lesson loft sounds good, you could always start a thread with lessons. I could use some lessons! And I agree that this place doesnt get used alot. But it is a place for the paying members to use and how it's used is up to us. We could make it ours :)

[Nelson]

Seems like this section could be used for something else. Harmony Central has the "lesson loft" and it's excellent. We have open mic and the loading dock. Why the need for another off topic section?

If I wanted to attract more paid subscibers, a useful section would be a better selling point than Small Town AGF. Sorry but Small Town AGF disappeared when Taylor kicked us to the curb...

Are you suggesting that our dues would be better spent without the Smalltown AGF section? It's not like it's wasting any of our money.

[tenthumbs]

Are you suggesting that our dues would be better spent without the Smalltown AGF section? It's not like it's wasting any of our money.

No. I'm suggesting that if there's going to be a second section within the paid area, why not have one that is useful? I paid dues to support the forum in general.

[J.R. Rogers]

I agree.
A lesson loft is an interesting idea! :up: Let's give it a try. What should we call it on the AGF? How would you describe this section?

JR

[The Dude]

You could present it as Skills and Technique or something along those lines...

[waynep]

You know, the current Performing area used to be called something else and was more "lesson" oriented. Some time ago they changed the name and it became what it is today. I see it as a "look at me play" section.

I agree that a section that's more of a how-to-play, lesson, mentoring section would be good. I don't have a local instructor and it's nice to bounce things off others.

-wayne

[tenthumbs]

How about "The Players Exchange"? Where lessons and technique can be shared and discussed. A place where tips, tricks, technique can be passed on to other players. I've always been told you never stop learning and this can be the area everyone from the lifelong player to the newbie can gather information. All in the spirit of doing what we all love to do.:guitar:

[3rd_harmonic]

I like this subforum. It doesn't need to be busy and popular to have its value here. It ain't broke. Don't fix it.

[Bob1131]

If anyone wants to post a lesson or ask a playing question in Small Town, I don't think the mods will mind! Sometimes a smaller group is what is more comfortable for those types of exchanges.

Anyway, let's put it to the test and see how well it works for you. If anyone has a particular trick, tip, technique, or question....go for it!:)

[woody b]

Seems like this section could be used for something else. Harmony Central has the "lesson loft" and it's excellent. We have open mic and the loading dock. Why the need for another off topic section?

If I wanted to attract more paid subscibers, a useful section would be a better selling point than Small Town AGF. Sorry but Small Town AGF disappeared when Taylor kicked us to the curb...


Without the "Small Town AGF" section we'd have nowhere for threads like this one.

[wthurman]

I even think a place to discuss techniques along with actual "lessons" would be nice. I've wanted to ask "how do you do that" and have had the same asked of me. So, it's a great idea, and truly STAGF is almost unused in comparison to any other section.

Great idea!

[Darrel]

I agree... this is a great idea. So who is ready to post the first lesson or tip, etc...

I guess I can start....

A guitar pick is that triangular plastic looking thing..... Now some one educate me on playing a guitar :)

Darrel

[fitness1]

I agree.
A lesson loft is an interesting idea! :up: Let's give it a try. What should we call it on the AGF?

JR

how about (in the words of Mr Zappa) Shut up 'n' Play yer guitar:D

[mmmaak]

I agree.
A lesson loft is an interesting idea! :up: Let's give it a try. What should we call it on the AGF? How would you describe this section?

JR

Hi J.R., I'm glad you agree :D
I think this suggestion has been brought up a couple of times (at least in the 1 year that I've been here) but maybe it never caught your attention?

I personally would like to see a separation between gear (which is probably the most popular topic here) and discussions that relate directly to playing the instrument. I think lessons, tips and tabs posted in this new section will generate a lot of interest and benefit many members, myself included ;)

Hope it comes to be!

[waynep]

I agree.
A lesson loft is an interesting idea! :up: Let's give it a try. What should we call it on the AGF? How would you describe this section?

JR

I think "Lesson Loft" is a great name for a start.

[tenthumbs]

I think "Lesson Loft" is a great name for a start.

I would agree except Harmony Central already uses that. Surely there are some creative minds in this forum that could come up with something acceptable?

[James Willer]

Pick N Grin :)

[mmmaak]

I think "Lesson Loft" is a great name for a start.

I don't think it's suitable, unless the subforum is purely for "lessons"(?) which would make it quite restrictive. I think something that includes discussions on playing technique, etc. would be nice :)

[Darrel]

What about "The Learning Center", "The Player's Corner", or the "The Practice Room"?

Darrel

[mmmaak]

What about "The Learning Center", "The Player's Corner", or the "The Practice Room"?

Darrel

I vote for something along the lines of "Player's Corner" ;)

[3rd_harmonic]

"When All Else Fails"

[EVANSSS]

I really hope this comes together. Would be really great.

[LindaLoo]

+1 on having a place for info and ideas on techniques etc... :up:


As for the Forum name, how about:

Tips, Techniques & Tuition (or T3 for short)

[mmmaak]

As for the Forum name, how about:

Tips, Techniques & Tuition (or T3 for short)

Don't forget....Tab! :roll:

[imwjl]

I made this post before digging around here.

http://www.acousticguitarforum.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1864933&postcount=5

I'll be honest that I have not yet contributed to this site and have repeatedly contributed to another site because that site has a great area for progressing one's skills in addition to the same great community that's here as well as other forums that really help learn.

I do like the community here but (this may be my fault) have not seen the very obvious content to get farther as a player. At times I tire of much talk of exotic instruments and maybe it's my fault for generally going to the new posts link.

If competition is the issue (lack of better description) I do have to admit that there already other wonderful communities like tdpri.com as the or a second to none spot for how to do and make things better and UMGF where there's more of a slant toward how the guitars are made, materials etc.... with all of them sharing no shortage of disk space on GAS and brand loyalty.

One way or another I'm glad that I noticed this area for learning, and I do appreciate the nice community here.