Guitar Basics

The Guitar Basics Repertoire book contains over forty pieces offering a rich and varied mixture of folksongs from around the world (Aura Lee Sakura) classical tunes (Bizet - March of the Kings J. S. Bach - Minuet in G) and popular film music (including themes from Pirates of the Caribbean and Harry Potter) alongside evocative originals (Falling Leaves Havana Goodtime Samurai Sword Tudor Dance) and established Guitar repertoire by Sor and Carulli. Designed both to consolidate the areas of study covered in Guitar Basics and present new topics in the fun but clear style of the popular method book Guitar Basics Repertoire introduces accidentals moving up the neck two part music arpeggios and plucked chords as well as fun extended techniques that even a beginner can master. Guitar Basics Repertoire contains both solo and ensemble pieces backing tracks for many of which are available below and is the perfect companion to Guitar Basics whether being used for group teaching or to prepare students for graded examinations. Both solo and ensemble repertoire is included with backing tracks and teachers' part for many pieces provided on the accompanying ECD.

Carefully devised by established authors Nick Walker and James Longworth Guitar Basics - Sight-Reading introduces beginning guitarists to sight reading in a fun and unintimidating manner. This step-by-step guide to sight reading offers bite-sized exercises and specimen pieces to help young players improve their sight-reading and general musicianship skills. Short and approachable exercises ideal for use in individual and group lessons when time is of the essence. Unintimidating approach develops players? skills gradually over time. Bespoke advice and practical tips that will helpprepare students for the Grade 1 sight-reading tests (ABRSM and Trinity).

Guitar Basics Workouts offers aspiring players a fun and accessible way to learn their scales and arpeggios. Following the step-by-step approach and clear layout of Guitar Basics tutor this book introduces major and minor scales and arpeggios through an assortment of simple pieces activities warm-ups and technical tips.  Introduces the scales and arpeggios that feature in the current ABRSM and Trinity Grade 1 syllabuses   Includes well-known tunes such as Beauty and the Beast and You Are Not Alone to make learning fun and put scales into their wider musical context  Comes with a fantastic CD containing backing tracks

The Complete Guitar Player Rock Songbook features a massive collection of 50 hard-rocking hits from the best of classic and contemporary rock music for Guitar. Each song includes full lyrics and Guitar chordsas well as strumming and picking patterns making this songbook great for the aspiring rock rhythm or lead Guitarist.   Each and every tune included in this Guitar songbook is a true rock classic perfectfor cranking the amp up to 10 or should that be 11?. Old favourites like All Day And All Of The Night by The Kinks and Hey Joe by Jimi Hendrix are matched by modern classics such as Radiohead'sCreep and Use Somebody by Kings Of Leon. The rock songbook presents the best in music to plug in and rock out to. It's designed to be accessible and enjoyable showcasing the best songs by the best rockbands and songwriters like The Clash AC/DC Eric Clapton and David Bowie. Past and present tunes are included ensuring there's something for everyone in this complete rock songbook.   Each song hasbeen carefully arranged for Guitar and Voice including the melody in standard notation lyrics and Guitar chord shapes. Not only this but there are also suggested strumming and picking patterns to help you dial up the volume andnail the exact sound of the song straight away. This rock Guitar songbook is ideal for beginners and intermediate Guitarists looking to expand their repertoire with powerful songs new and old whereas absolute beginners new to theGuitar will find that the four books of the famous Complete Guitar Player series by Russ Shipton will help them out with the basics.    With these 50 rock Guitar songs you'll be singing strummingyour power chords and soloing your way through the best rock songs of the past half-century in no time at all. The Complete Guitar Player Rock Songbook would make a sterling addition to any guitarist's bookshelf

This Guitar course provides the beginner guitarist with the essential playing techniques and music theory basics simple to follow steps. All information is both valuable and clearly explained meaning it can be instantly put into practice. Electric Guitar Basics comprises of three cohesive sections:Playing chords and accompanying songsPlaying single notes and power chordsMusic theory and foundationsThe chapter on power chords contains everything you need to know about this indispensable playing technique. The accompanying CD with exercises and music pieces offers a valuable aid topractise.Making playing the E-Guitar even more fun!

Having created the first day-long workshop devoted exclusively to rhythm playing, renowned flatpicker Orrin Star has helped guitarists around the country improve their rhythm skills. This 95-minute video offers an enhanced version of Orrin's live workshop, featuring additional bass runs and songs, a new section on playing with other guitarists, and a guest appearance by Kenny Smith. Starting with the basics and working up from there, it will show you: - a full range of strums and bass runs - how and when to apply them - the key to killer bass runs (rest strokes) - the 'cool' chord forms - how to approach faster songs / Guitare (Flatpick) Et Plectre

Tab Edition-The Hal Leonard Classical Guitar Method is designed for anyone just learning to play classical Guitar. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide by renowned classical guitarist and teacher Paul Henry uses the music of the master composers to teach you the basics of the classical style and technique.The book includes pieces by Beethoven Bach Mozart Schumann Purcell and many more and includes lessons on:TuningProper playing techniqueNotes in open positionPIMA techniqueTime signaturesKey signaturesScalesChordsandmore.Includes access to audio demo tracks online for download or streaming.

Finally a guitar method designed specifically for girls that teaches how to play using real songs by the world's most popular female artists and songwriters!This fun and easy-to-use book/CD pack will get you strumming chords and singing your favourite songs in no time without even having to read music. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a budding songwriter you'll gain many valuable tools as you progress through the book which is loaded with inspirational quotes and words of encouragement. Topics covered include: guitar basics tuning basic chords strumming techniques chord alternatives power chords tab single-string picking palm muting using a capo creative songwriting ideas and more! Songs include: Angel â?¢ Back on the Chain Gang â?¢ Beautiful â?¢ Come to My Window â?¢ Girls with Guitars â?¢ I Love Rock 'N Roll â?¢ Landslide â?¢ Mean â?¢ We Got the Beat â?¢ You Oughta Know â?¢ and more.

Here are two DVD lessons that will be deeply satisfying for any acoustic guitarist who wants to move beyond simple chords and easy strums. Beginning and intermediate players will quickly gain an understanding of Guitar basics through the process of creating beautiful compelling arrangements of well-known much-loved traditional songs. DVD 1: The Cuckoo Delia's Gone The Water is Wide. DVD 2: Hard Times Come Again No More Wayfaring Stranger Come All You Fair and Tender Ladies.

Four Lessons: Lead Guitar Basics Chord-Tone Soloing Blues Rock Licks and Connecting Pentatonic Patterns.A first of its kind the At A Glance series pairs an instructional DVD lesson taught by a professional guitarist with a supplemental book for a comprehensive learning experience.Each pack features several lessons pertaining to one topic and the DVD lessons feature on-screen music from a vast array of classic songs.

In his friendly, humorous style, Greg Horne makes learning acoustic guitar fun and easy. This revised edition features examples in TAB and standard music notation and a new DVD hosted by guitar virtuoso Jared Meeker. You'll learn how to hold the instrument, play with a pick, count time, read music, and play simple chords. After mastering the basics, you'll be introduced to fingerpicking, barre chords, improvisation, music theory, and a variety of styles including blues, rock, country, and folk. Beginning Acoustic Guitar is a must-have for anyone serious about starting to learn acoustic guitar. Second Edition Features: * Updated examples in the styles of acoustic guitar masters * New companion DVD demonstrating the examples in the book * Improved instruction on acoustic guitar techniques and theory, covering flatpicking, fingerstyle, and strumming / Guitare

Learn to Play Flamenco Guitar with Step-by-Step Lessons and Authentic Pieces to Study and Play. Here's your complete guide to learning flamenco guitar! This method uses traditional Spanish flamenco song forms and classical pieces to teach you the basics of this style and technique. You'll learn to play in the style of Paco de Lucia Sabicas Niño Ricardo and Ramón Montoya. Lessons cover: Strumming picking and percussive techniques Arpeggios Improvisation Fingernail tips Capos and much more. Includes flamenco history and a glossary and both standard notation and tab. The CD features 58 tracks for demonstration and play-along.