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Can I be a professional guitarist?
Becoming a professional guitar player can take a lot of time and effort, but learning from the best is sure to help you set yourself up for success down the line. By the way, if you think you might have something to share with the community, you might consider writing a guest post too.
How good is a Grade 8 guitarist?
Grade 8 at 4 years is very respectable! The repertoire is comprised of great works that even professional and concert guitarists regularly perform. If you have achieved this then congratulations and you should feel very good about your progress!
Is it too late to become a professional guitarist?
Yes, you can become a professional musician later in life. You may not be able to land yourself a deal with a label, but you can certainly create widespread independent success. Do the few things that make a difference in your career and ignore the rest.
How do you pass guitar Grade 8?
Practical Guitar Grade 8 exams consist of three pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading, and aural tests. Total marks in all individual Practical exams are 150. You need 100 marks to achieve Pass, 120 marks to pass with Merit and 130 marks to pass with Distinction.
Can I make money with guitar?
You can freelance your way into guitar playing to earn money. There are many session guitarists who are asked to play live or for recordings when other bands or musicians require a guitar player. Many people have found success on Fiverr selling their own guitar songs or riffs, or even recording for others.
Is guitar a good career?
It’s not really a career option at all. It’s very unlikely you, or anyone else, would ever manage to make a living from solely from playing guitar. If you were one of the tiny minority of players who managed it, it’s likely to be a very poor living and one that’s very insecure.