My first guitar was a Christmas gift from my dad, I must've been around 8 years old. It was a green Yamaha electric guitar. I couldn't tell you the exact model. I'll have to find a picture of it to post. (Haha it actually may have been a backpacker acoustic guitar, either way they were both one of my first guitars.)
Music has saved my life in many ways. It kept me out of trouble when I was a kid when things were not looking so good. As an adult, it has helped me center myself when I am feeling anxious or disturbed by the negativity of the world. It keeps me focused in the present and even after 25+ years of being involved in music, I still feel like I have endless room for musical and personal growth.
Music has been the source of income for many purchases, like pretty much all of my bills, food, cars, and gifts for loved ones.
I'm really grateful that my dad got me guitars when he did. What a gift, it changed my life!
Music is a gift: getting someone you love a musical instrument can change lives for the better. It is an unwrapping of their greatest memories, melodies, and magic to come!
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