The Only Basic Guitar Instruction Book You'll Ever Need

The Only Basic Guitar Instruction Book You'll Ever Need
Author: Jack Wilkins
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2006-06-22
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1440517789

Narratives on famous guitarists and the extra details on guitar history are fine, but that’s not what readers need or want when they are eager to master their new guitar. The Only Basic Guitar Instruction Book You’ll Ever Need jumps straight into teaching beginners note reading, hand positions, and other essentials, including how to hold their guitar properly and pick notes with their right hand; progress beyond the basics to integrate playing with both hands; shift positions, play harmony, and understand chord structures; and more! Although learning the guitar can seem intimidating, this easy-to-use, step-by-step guide is simple enough even for novices, who can start picking simple tunes and learn to play chords in no time.

Basic Instructor Guitar

Basic Instructor Guitar
Author: Jerry Snyder
Publisher: Alfred Publishing Company, Incorporated
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780739058541

This newly revised edition of the second book in Jerry Snyder's popular Basic Instructor Guitar series covers extended chords, accompaniment, theory, moveable power chords, bass runs, and the art of transposing. Like volume one, this new edition includes a CD featuring music from the book performed by the author. Whether used in guitar class or for individual instruction, this classic method gives every beginner the necessary versatility and solid foundation needed to become a successful musician.

Basic Instructor Guitar, Bk 2

Basic Instructor Guitar, Bk 2
Author: Jerry Snyder
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1985-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780739058527

"Pickstyle or fingerstyle guitar for individual or group instruction"--Cover

Basic Instructor Guitar 1 (3rd Edition)

Basic Instructor Guitar 1 (3rd Edition)
Author: Jerry Snyder
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2009-05-28
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1457432862

Now in its third edition, Jerry Snyder�۪s newly revised first book in the popular Basic Instructor Guitar series features additional songs, exercises, photos, and recordings to inspire a new generation of guitarists. As before, the book is divided into two parts: chords, theory, and accompaniment; and notation, solos, and ensembles. Whether used in guitar class or for individual instruction, this classic method gives every beginner the necessary versatility and solid foundation to become a successful musician.

Basic Instructor Guitar, Vol 2

Basic Instructor Guitar, Vol 2
Author: Jerry Snyder
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 102
Release: 1985-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780769209753

Includes many additional accompaniment techniques used in Latin music, bluegrass, ragtime, running bass patterns, hammers -- plus theory, chord solos, notation and ensembles.

Alfred's Basic Guitar Method, Book 5

Alfred's Basic Guitar Method, Book 5
Author: Alfred d'Auberge
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 44
Release: 1957
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457431388

Alfred's Basic Guitar Method has expanded into a library, including theory, chord study, play-alongs and more. This best-selling method teaches the basics in a logical sequence, with concise and complete information that is easily accessible to students. Numerous chord diagrams and fingering photos help students quickly learn how to read music and play chords. Exciting music arranged in pop, rock, blues, country and folk styles makes learning to play the guitar an enjoyable and life-long reward.

Guitar for Kids - Book 2

Guitar for Kids - Book 2
Author: Chad Johnson
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 58
Release: 2015-07-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1495035654

(Guitar Method). Guitar for Kids is a fun, easy course that teaches children to play guitar faster than ever before. Continuing where Book 1 left off, popular songs in this volume, such as "Eight Days a Week," "Let It Go," "Rock Around the Clock," "Fields of Gold," "Oye Como Va," and "Dust in the Wind" keep kids motivated, while the clean, simple page layouts ensure their attention remains focused on one concept at a time. The method is equally suitable for children using electric or acoustic guitars. It can be used in combination with a guitar teacher or parent, even if they've never had any musical training themselves. The price of this book includes access to over 30 audio demonstration tracks online, for download or streaming.

Blues You Can Use (Music Instruction)

Blues You Can Use (Music Instruction)
Author: John Ganapes
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1995-10-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1476857385

(Guitar Educational). A comprehensive source designed to help guitarists develop both lead and rhythm playing. Covers: Texas, Delta, R&B, early rock and roll, gospel, blues/rock and more. Includes 21 complete solos; chord progressions and riffs; turnarounds; moveable scales and more. The audio features leads and full band backing.

Essential Elements for Guitar, Book 1 (Music Instruction)

Essential Elements for Guitar, Book 1 (Music Instruction)
Author: Will Schmid
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2007-12-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1476826269

(Essential Elements Guitar). Take your guitar teaching to a new level! Hal Leonard's top-selling comprehensive method for band and strings is now also available for guitar. With the time-tested classroom teaching methods of Will Schmid and Bob Morris and popular songs in a variety of styles, Essential Elements for Guitar is sure to become a staple of guitar teachers' instruction and get beginning guitar students off to a great start. This method has been designed to meet the National Standards for Music Education, with features such as cross-curricular activities, quizzes, multicultural songs, basic improvisation and more. Concepts covered in Book 1 include: getting started; basic music theory; guitar chords; notes on each string; ensemble playing; and much more! Songs used in Book 1 include such hits as: Dust in the Wind * Eleanor Rigby * Every Breath You Take * Hey Jude * Hound Dog * Let It Be * Ode to Joy * Rock Around the Clock * Stand By Me * Surfin' USA * Sweet Home Chicago * This Land Is Your Land * You Really Got Me * and more!

Guitar Today, Bk 1

Guitar Today, Bk 1
Author: Jerry Snyder
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 68
Release: 1995-08
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780739008089

A thorough method of instruction that teaches both pickstyle and fingerstyle playing for acoustic and electric guitar. You will get a thorough introduction to note reading, scales and chords. Includes optional duets, favorite classical and folk melodies from around the world arranged for guitar solo or duet. Designed to be used simultaneously with Bass Today. Clear diagrams and photos included.