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I want to apologize for not answering questions left in my comments section. I'm new to this.

1) Starter guitar for 5-year-olds: You might do some research on travel or parlor guitars. They're smaller than standard acoustics. If I didn't know better, I'd think they were made for kids. The downside: they use steel strings, which causes this result to first-timers. If you want to avoid this mess, classical guitars have nylon strings, which are very easy on finger tips. Before buying, visit an independent guitar shop (stay away from chains unless you know what you're talking about or are accompanied by someone who does), pick up a few guitars, and play them. Don't worry about models or brands. This might help. As for the "old" comment, guitarists plays guitars.

2)Learning on acoustic or electric: I learned on a classical guitar. I have no empirical evidence, but electric guitars have skinny necks and cut-aways that allow your fingers to reach more of the fretboard, which might encourage more musical expression. I'm convinced talent is only 10% of playing an instrument. It's 90% enthusiasm. Then again, what do I know?

3)I never recorded a performance, so no luck there. I played parties, bars, and battle-of-the-bands contests.

4)I still cry when I hear the "Look for the Union Label" song. How 'bout you? I never named my guitar. I guess I'll call her Charlene.