With over 180 photographic examples, diagrams and
illustrations; a comprehensive and
understandable Guitar method book, including downloadable audio tracks.
ePub £1.49
PDF £1.49
Print £10.99
Print length: 132 Pages Print Dimensions: 8.27" wide x 11.69" high
the Basics
How to hold a guitar correctly and how to tune it. Tablature is
explained clearly and the typical beginners problem of reading it the
correct way around is addressed.
musical pieces
To get straight into playing music, numbers have been added
underneath pieces to indicate rhythm as tablature on its own does not
indicate this.
chords
Open chords; major chords and minor chords (open chords have
non-fretted strings within them). An explanation of chord construction.
Barre chords and Power chords are also covered.
rhythm
Changing chords and Strum patterns are presented separately at
first so you can focus on each individually. They are then brought
together from basic to more advanced until there’s a rhythm guitar piece
to play.
techniques
Explaining basic techniques that can be taken for granted by
more experienced players. Palm muting and some basic lead guitar
techniques are also covered including hammer ons, pull offs, sliding and
string bending.
theory
Music theory basics explained in terms of the fretboard and
reinforced by musical pieces in various styles making the learning
process of this guitar method book practical and enjoyable.
audio
42 downloadable audio mp3 tracks in various styles with a demo
and backing track for each. Listen to samples on player.
Calm BeachArtist name
00:00/ 00:10
Power ArpeggioArtist name
00:00/ 00:10
The Bikers EnteredArtist name
00:00/ 00:10
"We loved the book. The information was well paced and concise enough not to overwhelm. Any beginner would definitely benefit from having this book, and it's a great reminder for those who might have forgotten details or are looking for them"
Nimal de Silva
The Music Garage (Singapore)
"Awesome. It is well laid out, easy to look at and there is the supplemental material to top it off. The theory may get tedious for some...its hard to not teach theory but most people seem to have an aversion to it.....the idea of discipline I think.”
Gernot Schlegel
Professional Guitarist & Teacher
"I think this book is great. It covers all the stuff I teach, in a really clear but detailed way. I always find that different people take different amounts of theory to others, but this would be a great book to keep referring back to during lessons and song learning. It's pretty much exactly how I would make a guitar tutor book."
Kieren Wade
Guitar Tutor & Performer (UK)
"This top value eBook and MP3 package covers a wide range topics essential for all guitarists. Over 100 pages with plenty of information and solid advice that a player can dip into as needed. Evans does not gloss over the often neglected area of reading notation for rhythm."
Hedley Timbs
BA(Mus), Grad.Dip. Teaching (New Zealand)
"Would recommend this for anyone who is looking to get a really solid grip on how to play the guitar, and also to tutors who are looking at ways to improve their own tutoring abilities."
Logan Ellis
Mgr. Spiderhands Productions Ltd (New Zealand)
"Too many beginning guitar player guides sacrifice basics in favor of quick gratification without creating a foundation of knowledge or provide the 'how' without the 'why'. Learn to Play Guitar's attention to all these details, with illustrations at every step and backed by audio, makes this book recommendable above most other beginning guitar instructionals on the market"
Diane C. Donovan
Midwest Book Review
"Plenty of detail that goes into posture, hand position, thumb position, etc. The notation and strumming is really good here because it builds up in stages. In a real life lesson, you can introduce it in this way piece by piece and not overwhelm the student."
Michael Hanna
Grade 8 RS.Guitar - Larne Guitar School (Ireland)
"Learn to play Guitar is an ideal companion to support the beginner on their new found musical journey. Highly recommended."
