Classical guitar


Book Description

A beginner's guide to playing the guitar.




The Shearer Method -- Classic Guitar Foundations, Bk 1


Book Description

Aaron Shearer's Classic Guitar Technique is used by serious guitarists all over the world and has long been one of the definitive classic guitar methods. The Shearer Method: Classic Guitar Foundations, Shearer's final work, is the first in a series that encapsulates his lifetime experience as America's premier classic guitar pedagogue. This work is a step-by-step curriculum based on Aaron's innovative and common sense approach that incorporates all the advantages of modern technology. The method includes 63 DVD videos for up-close aural and visual learning, 74 new solo and duet compositions and arrangements (made exclusively for this method by Dr. Alan Hirsh), as well as works by Sor, Carcassi, Giuliani, and more. Plus, recorded tracks masterfully illustrate nuance, tone, and musicality. The book even includes Alfred Music's exclusive TNT 2 software that allows you to slow down and loop tracks for careful practice. In addition, a complete online supplement is available for teachers and students that want a deeper understanding of Shearer's work. The book does not replace Shearer's original classic. It augments and expands on it in ways not imaginable in the early '60s when the original was published. It's a must-have to complete the library of any classic or fingerstyle guitarist The Shearer Method Classic Guitar Foundations is not just a book but a media experience.




Hal Leonard Classical Guitar Method (Tab Edition)


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(Guitar Method). 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: tuning * proper playing technique * notes in open position * PIMA technique * time signatures * key signatures * scales * chords * and more. Includes access to audio demo tracks online for download or streaming.




Progressive Classical Guitar Method for Young Beginners


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Book & CD. Learning to play the classical guitar is fun with this carefully designed method for the young beginner. Features: Easy to follow lesson-by-lesson format for the absolute beginner; Assumes no prior knowledge of Music or the Guitar; Covers six notes on the first and second string; Teaches music theory in an interesting and practical way; Full colour illustrations throughout the whole book; The student can continue on to Classical Guitar Method for Young Beginners Book 2. This method for Young Beginners also comes with a CD with recordings of all examples and exercises contained in the book.




The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method - Volume 1


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(Guitar Method). This premier method for the beginning classical guitarist, by one of the world's pre-eminent virtuosos and the recognized heir to the legacy of Andres Segovia, is now completely revised and updated! Guitarists will learn basic classical technique by playing over 50 beautiful classical pieces, 26 exercises and 14 duets, and through numerous photos and illustrations. The method covers: rudiments of classical technique, note reading and music theory, selection and care of guitars, strategies for effective practicing, and much more!




Basic Classical Guitar Method, Bk 1


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Everything you need to know to get started playing the classical guitar. Includes: step-by-step instructions on positioning, right-hand and left-hand technique; lessons on reading music and basic musicianship; pieces to play solo or in duet with Scott Tennant; instructions for putting on strings; close-ups of the hands, split screens and other techniques to make learning easy and fun.




Alfred's Basic Guitar Method 1 (3rd Edition)


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Recognized for over 50 years as the best-paced and most comprehensive guitar method available, Alfred's Basic Guitar Method, Book 1 has introduced over 3 million beginners to the joy of playing guitar. This updated and expanded edition features a new layout, making it easier to read and learn. Now included are blues, country, folk, jazz, and rock styles, plus more pop songs! Correlating theory, chord, and pop books ensure that you'll get everything you need from one complete method. Learning to play has never been easier or more fun than with Alfred's Basic Guitar Method---the first and best choice for today's beginning guitar students. Book 1 can be used for acoustic or electric guitar and covers how to hold your guitar, tuning, the basics of reading music, the notes on all six strings, chords, scales, songs, bass-chord accompaniments, and duets. Titles: * Singin' in the Rain * Take Me Home Country Roads * Over the Rainbow * Annie's Song * When the Saints Go Marching In




Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1


Book Description

(Guitar Method). The Hal Leonard Guitar Method is designed for anyone just learning to play acoustic or electric guitar. It is based on years of teaching guitar students of all ages, and it also reflects some of the best guitar teaching ideas from around the world. Book 1 includes tuning; playing position; musical symbols; notes in first position; C, G, G7, D, D7, A7, and Em chords; rhythms through eighth notes; strumming and picking; over 80 great songs, riffs, and examples.




Classic guitar technique


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Aaron Shearer's Classic Guitar Technique has long been the core guitar method used by generations of classical guitarists. Alfred Music is proud to present Aaron's first fully revised and re-edited edition of this benchmark work. In addition to new exercises and music, Aaron and music editor Thomas Kikta have included critical new insights into core guitar techniques. Plus, for the first time, the book now comes with a demonstration and play-along CD. Students will be able to hear and emulate the tone and feel of the CD recording and they will have the opportunity to play their pieces as duets with the included recording. In addition, insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and our exclusive TNT software allows you to changes tempos, mute the student part, and even loop sections for repeated practice. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.




Solo Guitar Playing


Book Description

This second volume of the popular classical guitar method features instruction, graded exercises, practice studies, and a survey of the guitar repertoire. Volume Two develops technique, sightreading, and includes an advanced repertoire of thirty works.