1. Older
2. Just started playing.
3. Great layout, white text on top of pages can be hard to read at times.
4. If I'm learning from it, I'm reading it.
5. Sure, connecting with like minded folks is cool.

I definitely claim the the title of "absolute beginner" and at the risk of exposing my total ignorance, can you explain what music theory is?

As for the plan, its exactly what I need otherwise I'm all over the place. Also, I am looking for a teacher, any suggestions on what to look for in one? Sorry for all the questions, its just that when I get into something, its all or nothing and I really want to finally learn how to play.

Dan, thanks for the advise. I know that many people "give up" when it starts to hurt, so I don't want to overdue it. At the same time I want to make the best effort. But really thanks on the guitar question as you've answered the exact question I had. I will give it a try for the 30 days and see how it plays then decide my next steps.

We have so many instruments around my house, guitars, piano, drums, winds, even a set of bongos. And I can't play any of them. So, I am going to give this a solid effort for a full 30 days and see where it gets me.

Couple of questions:
How long should I practice, min/max?

When beginning, does it matter as to the quality of the instrument? I have a 25 yr old, "Sigma" by Martin?

I'm going to base mine on who I actually saw live:
5. Richie Blackmore-"Highway Star" Saw solo Richie, Not Deep Purple Richie, Still just plain powerful.
4. Randy Rhodes-"Suicide Solution"-Ozzy-His talent went beyond Rock. Could have been the greatest.
3. David Gilmore-"Comfortably Numb"-Pink Floyd is my favorite all-time band. Live "Wall" Incredible!
2. Eddie Van Halen-"Eruption"-Just never seen anyone play the way he does. Innovative.
1. Jimmy Page-"Stairway to Heaven" Zep was my first concert and I was totally in awe.

Most Influential: Jimi Hendrix-Star Spangled Banner; symbol of the sixties.

Let me be the first to say that your new site looks cool. Guitars have always been my favorite part of bands. Some of my heroes that I got to see, Jimmy Page & Eric Clapton, Eddie Van Halen. Oh and of course you.