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Hey Roger,
Thanks for the info. I've only been playing for less than a year and the other day was the first time I changed my strings by myself. 
I was just searching online about strings and found the same conclusion about the buzzing. I wish they had told me this at my guitar store, if I switch to a lighter gauge string. Think I'm going to go buy a new set of "light" strings today. I also read online that it's very common for new players to press too firmly on the strings, causing sore fingers. I am starting to apply less pressure when I play a chord, so all is not lost for my sore fingers. Thanks again Roger and just call me "Heather". The AB just stands for Alberta.
Cheers
Heather
I had a set of Elixir Light strings to try. But my brother in law, whose an accomplished musician, told me to try some extra light strings. I've been playing less than a year and he suggested this as a way for me to be able to play longer on my acoustic guitar, since my fingers get sore after an hour or so with the Light strings. After my lesson on Tuesday I stopped to chat with one of the clerks at the guitar store. I asked if I could exchange my Elixir Lights for a set of extra light but Elixir doesn't make them. D'Addario does though and they're the phosphor bronze coated ones around $20 bucks just like the Elixir. They are easier to play but my guitar has definitely lost it's "tone" and sound and the strings buzz a bit. Think I may go back to sore fingers and Light strings. Or else buy an electric guitar.
BMJacobs
Hiya,
I'm kind of from that area. I'm in Calgary, AB. Definitely North West. Heh, heh, heh.....Maybe a bit more North West than you were looking for though. I've been playing almost 1 year now, taking lessons and loving it. Having a hard time finding someone locally to practise and jam with too. Keep at it. It does get better and easier.
Cheers
Heather
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