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This Will Work for You — Even If...
You think you have "no ear for music", you believe you lack natural talent.
...Or if you’re a total beginner or returning player.
🎶 Can you picture this?
On a warm, sunny evening, you softly fingerpick a melody that’s lived in your heart for years.
Your partner pauses — a smile spreading across their face as they recognize the tune. Your grandchild sways beside you, softly humming along.
In that moment, your guitar doesn’t just make sound — it sings, it speaks, it connects. It becomes your voice… and a bridge across generations.
That’s the magic of fingerpicking. And it’s easier — and more joyful — than most people realize.
In just 20 minutes per day, you can:
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Dear Guitarist,
"Hi, I’m Dan Thorpe. I’m not a rockstar. I'm just a passionate teacher who’s helped 1,000s of adults play with confidence and joy.
I struggled for years before discovering a simple 4-step method that works for thousands of students worldwide.
Let me show you how it can work for you too.
From Pain to Joy: How Mike Transformed His Playing After Years of Struggle
Mike, 67, was frustrated.
After a year of struggling with YouTube tutorials, his fingers hurt, his playing sounded “off”...
And even his dog left the room when he picked up his guitar.
All Mike wanted was to play his favourite folk, pop, and blues songs — but his blood would boil as confusion and pain got in the way.
In our first lesson, I gave Mike one simple fix and an easy daily plan to follow.
A Simple Fix. A Beautiful Moment.
A few weeks later, he played “I Will” by The Beatles for his wife on their anniversary.
It was a moment that brought her to tears.
Relief washed over Mike as he finally truly believed he could do this.... And now Mike plays daily with confidence, jams with his grandson, and gets more song requests from his wife.
And yes… the dog stays in the room when he plays now too.
Real student proudly holding his copy — and yes, the dog stayed!
The Solution: A Simple 20-Minute Plan That Works
Now, you might be thinking…
“I’m a hopeless beginner. I've got no plan and I feel like my playing is going backwards... but I don’t know why.”
The real cause?
It’s not you. It’s the “Random Practice Effect”.
Guitar teachers (especially those on YouTube) don’t show beginners exactly what to practice.
That leads to years of slow and frustrating progress.
...But I've got a plan for you called:
The T.E.S.T. Method: A Proven 4-Step Approach
It took me over a decade of teaching...
And hundreds of lessons to simplify fingerstyle into a clear, proven system — especially for older beginners.
The system is called the "T.E.S.T. Method".
It’s already helped thousands play with more confidence, clarity, and joy.
Within just a few minutes you can get mastering your first fingerpicking pattern so you can play real music with ease.
If you want to see real tangible progress quickly, turbocharge your motivation...
And get the buzz of excitement to practice, this is for you.
The "T.E.S.T. Method" stands for:
Mike followed this done-for-you practice plan and you can too.
Every lesson follows a clear path so you always know what to do next — even on busy days.
And you'll learn to play with emotion and musicality, so you can focus on what matters most— playing real music and songs!
Real Results From Real Guitarists
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Fingerstyle 101 is a simple, easy-to-follow guide — fully updated and refined to help you become the fingerpicker you want to be.
The 2nd Edition takes you step-by-step to being a confident, skilled guitarist — with clear lessons that are fun and effective.
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Play Guitar With Confidence — And Real Joy!
With this easy-to-follow guide, you’ll:
If you’re tired of struggling, I'll show you how you can fix multiple bad habits (like the issue in this image)... All in the first few pages of the book.
What these Happy Students said:
Recently, I had a handful of students "beta test" the book for feedback. This is what they said...
Gordon Lynch
Dan’s second edition of Fingerstyle 101 incorporates customer feedback, taking fingerpicking patterns to impressive new heights. A gold mine of fingerstyle techniques and advice for guitarists of all levels.
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Dan has done it again! This new, second edition of Fingerstyle 101 is another G.R.E.A.T. book. This is exactly what I, an old fart, need to boost my fingerstyle technique and motivation to practice.
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Everything in the book is organised in order of difficulty in 3 parts from the absolute basics up
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Guitarists over 50 share how Fingerstyle 101 helped them play with confidence
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"I look forward to working through these lessons and I am finally seeing a progression.
Includes the TAB, notes, audio. There's nothing left for him to do but sit down beside you in person." — Gibby
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"Well structured and clear. It 'speaks' to you almost as if Dan is in front of you giving you a lesson.
Each chapter flows logically into the next. The building blocks soon start to stack up and you get visible results. — Anne Matthews
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"It's deceptively simple, but full of the basics needed to play fingerstyle. The exercises are entertaining.
Not only that this is definitively making me a better player, but also a better composer and performer. — Ulric B.
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"Opened my eyes to so many new patterns"
Peter went from frustrated to confident... Using the book to play the songs he loves — even with arthritis.
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3 More Reasons Why This Will Work for You
🧠 1. Playing Guitar Is Good for Your Brain — And Science Agrees
Studies show that learning an instrument like guitar can support memory, focus, and brain health.
In fact, research published in Neuropsychology* found that adults with musical training performed far better on mental tests later in life.
Another study in The Neuroscientist** explains how musical practice helps protect against age-related decline.
🎸 2. You Are NOT Too Old to Learn
I’ve taught dozens of guitarists in their 50s, 60s, and 70s.
Many doubted themselves, but they followed this plan and now play with confidence and joy.
You don’t need so-called “natural talent” — just:
👨👩👧 3. Create Music & Memories With Loved Ones
Imagine playing music with your child or grandchild...
Jamming together and sharing music that creates lifelong memories.
Or playing songs that your parents would sing to you as a kid, the songs from your college years, or tunes that remind you of your kids.
I’ve experienced this joy jamming with my own son, Archie — and you can too.
Play something your family stops and smiles at. It’s not about talent — it’s about connection, joy, and doing it your way.
Hear What You’ll Be Playing Soon…
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Who’s This NOT For?
This is NOT for very advanced players or those who want a "quick fix"
If you’ve already mastered fingerpicking or you're expecting to sound like Clapton in an hour — sorry, not here.
But if you want a clear, step-by-step path that actually works (without the fluff or frustration)...
Then the 2nd Edition of Fingerstyle 101 comes with 3x more content, 80+ audio tracks, and bite-sized lessons so you can enjoy the mental, physical, social, and emotional benefits of playing beautiful music — at your pace!
Dan Thorpe
I’m Dan from Birmingham, UK. I struggled for years on the guitar.
Now, I help guitarists 50+ play with better technique, less pain, and more joy.
My goal?
To help you fingerpick confidently — and smile every time you play.
...And remember, it’s available here with 50% off today, but only for a limited time
This is the book I wish I had when I started. I made it for people like you — and it’s helping thousands of over-50s play guitar with more confidence.
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Here are a few more nice words from other happy fingerpickers...
Steve
Texas
I bought my first guitar 6 months ago. I have stubby, arthritic fingers... and I'm having the time of my life. Every day I learn something new.
John
Washington
Dan Thorpe is a refreshing guitar tutor. I’ve tried many books and rarely finish them — but this one’s different. He genuinely wants you to succeed, and that’s incredibly motivating. It makes me want to pick up the guitar every day.
Allan
U.K.
A terrific book. It is definitely a positive force in keeping those of us over 50 to keep pluggin' away and having fun playing the guitar.
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🎸 Got Questions?
Here are the most common ones I get from guitarists just like you...
Especially those starting later in life or feeling unsure....
❓ "What exactly am I getting when I order Fingerstyle 101?"
You’ll get the complete Fingerstyle 101 book... PDF or spiral-bound version (with free delivery) - your choice.
It comes with 80+ audio tracks you can easily access online, a special printable TAB file, and step-by-step lessons.
Plus, you’ll receive all 5 bonuses with lifetime and instant access — so you can start playing today.
❓ "I’ve bought other books but never finish them. How is this different?"
This book is fun and easy to follow — with bite-sized lessons that fit into 20 minutes a day. For many, it’s the first guitar book they’ve actually finished.
❓"I’m 72 and still struggle with chords. Will this help me?"
Yes! This method is designed specifically for beginners over 50 — even if you’ve just started or have struggled for years.
You’ll learn fun techniques that make playing guitar comfortable and enjoyable.
❓ "Will this still help me if I have arthritis or stiff fingers?"
Yes! Many students over 50 come in with arthritis, joint stiffness, or finger pain — and this course is designed with that in mind.
In fact, you’ll get a special bonus called “Playing Guitar With Arthritis" which shows you exactly how to play guitar with comfort and ease.
It’s included free for now — but may be removed soon. If you see it on this page, make sure to grab it while it’s still available.
❓ "How long will it take to see results?"
Most students start to feel progress within just a few days using the simple 20-minute routine.
❓ "Why is there a 250 order limit?"
Two reasons.
1) I get 250 copies printed at any one time. Once we sell out, I'll get more printed but that takes time. So I'll remove this page at that point.
2) Each week, my small team and I answer questions and give personal support — and we want to ensure every player gets the attention they deserve.
That’s why the offer is limited to just 250 new customers at a time. It will be available again ...but not with these bonuses.
❓"Do I need to read music?"
Nope! Everything is taught using simple instructions, TAB and audio examples, so you can follow along easily.
If you can't read TAB yet there is a simple guide on how to do that in the book.
❓"How does the money-back guarantee work?"
It’s completely risk-free.
Try it for 90 days, and if you're not having more fun or making progress, just email me for a quick, no hassle refund — no questions asked.
❓"Be honest… can I really play Amazing Grace with just one finger?"
Yes — and students love it. You’ll get the full note-for-note lesson as a free bonus when you order today.
It’s beautiful, simple, and confidence-boosting, even if you’re coming back to the guitar after years away.
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*Source: Hanna-Pladdy & Mackay, Neuropsychology Journal, Vol. 25, Issue 3 (2011)
Results may vary. These testimonials reflect the experiences of a few students; individual results will differ.