Absolutely everything you need to know to start playing now.

Simple instructions to start guitar lessons.

Do you want to play the guitar but are afraid you need to take lots of lessons? Worry no more! This book teaches the complete beginner everything needed to start playing right away. The music lover who has never even held a guitar will play easy songs immediately, learning everything from chord strumming and fingerpicking to basic lead guitar and improvisation. There is even a chord dictionary with lots of chords to help you play from sheet music. The video gets you started with many of the techniques found in the book, and audio tracks for every example are included, so you can play along. Susan Mazer's warm and encouraging style will motivate even the most casual hobbyist to learn---so stop waiting and start playing now!

Let’s face it – in the music world, guitars set the standard for cool. Since the 1950s, many of the greatest performers in rock ‘n’ roll, blues, and country have played the guitar. Playing electric guitar can put you out in front of a band, where you’re free to roam, sing, and make eye contact with your adoring fans. Playing acoustic guitar can make you the star of the vacation campfire sing-along or allow you to serenade that special someone. And playing any kind of guitar can bring out the music in your soul and become a valued lifetime hobby. Guitar For Dummies delivers everything the beginning to intermediate guitarist needs. The information has been carefully crafted so that you can find exactly what you want to know about the guitar. This clearly written guide is for anyone who wants to know how to Strum basic chords and simple melodies Expand your range with advanced techniques Play melodies without reading music Choose the right guitar Tune, change strings, and make simple repairs Figure out how to play anything from simple chord progressions to smokin’ blues licks. Guitar For Dummies also covers the following topics and more: Hand position and posture Basic major and minor chords Adding spice with basic 7th chords and barre chords Playing melodies in position and in double-stops Different styles including rock, blues, folk, and classical Buying a guitar and accessories Taking care of your guitar Guitar For Dummies also contains a play-along audio CD that contains all 97 songs and exercises from the book. Whether you’re contemplating a career as a heavy metal superstar or you just want to strum a few folk songs for your friends, this friendly book-and-CD package makes it easy to pick up the guitar and start playing. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

One of the most popular classical guitar methods ever written. A basic and orderly presentation of the necessary information and exercises essential to beginning guitar instruction. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.

A guitar method for absolute beginners. This book accompanies the DVD & online lessons available from www.andyguitar.co.uk that is used by around 5000 people per day! Andy created the most viewed guitar lesson on youtube, which is an absolute beginners first guitar lesson. This course follows on from this lesson giving structure, practice routines and help all aimed at helping beginners progress a quickly and smoothly as possible!