Hey, Missouri checking in. I am enjoying Mike's website and have found his methods really easy. I picked up the Spanish song in two sessions and am now teaching it to my 15 year old daughter--who has only played the guitar for a week now. She has the idea down, but her fingers are sore. I have on light Clear Tone strings. Those strings sound nice, but are not as smooth as Elixers. Practice a little each day and the fun begins. Many blessings, Mikal