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Alfred's Self-Teaching Basic Guitar Course Book & CD
If you're looking for a detailed yet simple way to learn to play guitar (even if you know nothing about the instrument), the Alfred's Self-Teaching Basic course is an excellent choice. Start with basics such as how to hold a guitar and tuning. It starts with foundational knowledge of notes so students learn what notes their playing rather than only "first string, second fret, etc., resulting in a more complete music education. The book teaches chords as well, allowing for more modern accompaniment-style playing but puts an emphasis on both chords and individual notes as the book progresses.
Maybe you're a "learn by hearing type of person. Don't worry! An included CD has all of the teaching tracks which accompany the book. Chord names are also included with each song so that a parent, friend, or older sibling can accompany the student as the piece is played. This was something that my brothers and I did frequently when one of us learned a new instrument!
The back of this book includes a chord chart, providing a great resource for helping you learn songs you already love. There is also a good amount of information about how to play with other musicians, joining a band, preparing for shows, and general information about being a "real guitar player which I found to be very beneficial.
The difference between this book and the Alfred's Basic Guitar Method (060662) is quite simple. The Basic Guitar Method has a more streamlined approach, featuring only music, charts and photos. This book is far more text heavy with lots of information to read about each step, appealing to an older student, someone who learns better when reading or someone who needs more information. Both use the same music and cover the exact same elements of music. So if you decide to switch from one to the other part of the way through the book, you'll know exactly where to pick up. The only other difference is that this book comes with a tangible CD. In addition, the Self-Teaching Course is available with or without an instructional DVD. The DVD provides video instruction and demonstration of all lessons. 127 softcover pages Laura
Over the past 45 years, more guitar teachers have used Alfred's Basic Guitar Course than any other course---over three million copies sold, in fact. Now, for the first time, this best-selling course has been adapted for young adults who want to teach themselves. Using the same music and fundamentals included in the latest edition of Alfred's Basic Guitar Course, easy and user-friendly Study Guide pages have been added to introduce the music in this new edition. The Study Guide pages are almost like having a guitar teacher sitting beside you as you learn the skills needed to perform popular and familiar music. A CD is also included so you can hear how the music sounds. These two features assure that you will soon be playing the guitar like you have always wanted. Also, a DVD is available to give you the added advantage of video demonstrations of every lesson. The special pleasures only music can bring will be yours to enjoy for a lifetime.
Product Format: | Paperback |
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Brand: | Alfred Publishing |
Grades: | 5-AD |
ISBN: | 9780739079140 |
EAN/UPC: | 038081417110 |
Length in Inches: | 11.875 |
Width in Inches: | 9 |
Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
Weight in Pounds: | 1 |