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Can anyone become a great player if they work hard enough? Or is greatness reserved for the "born naturals?" Or maybe it's a combination of both talent and effort. What do you think? Cast your vote in the poll below:

Metal lead guitarist Lori Linstruth shares her views on designing the optimal practice routine for guitar, and the dangers of comparing your own progress on guitar to that of others.

Just a quick heads-up to those of you who have been interested in getting copies of my guitar demo. :woohoo: I've got a few available now, but once they're gone there won't be more until early November. Please form an orderly ...