Teach Yourself to Play Guitar - This guitar method for beginners is the ideal starting point for anyone who wants to learn to play the guitar without experience in reading sheet music. Published by Hal Leonard, the world leader in music education, the book uses modern tablature along with simple rhythmic notation for quick, clear, and practical learning. With concise explanations and practical examples, it represents an effective alternative to traditional books that are text-heavy.
Features:
- Perfect for beginners – designed for those without experience in reading music
- Easy-to-follow TAB format – modern tablature combined with rhythmic notation for precise execution
- Essential guitar techniques – tuning, hand and finger positioning, strumming, picking, and more
- Fundamentals of chords – open chords, power chords, and barre chords explained step by step
- Melodies and riffs – includes melodic lines, patterns, fills, and excerpts from songs
- Diverse musical styles – rock, folk, classical, country, and others
- Visual support for learning – clear diagrams, photographs, and illustrations for guitar structure, chord shapes, and instrument anatomy
- Clear and concise approach – minimal text, maximum practical value
Specifications:
- Title: Teach Yourself to Play Guitar
- Subtitle: Quick and Easy Introduction for Beginners
- Author: David M. Brewster
- Instrument group: Guitar
- Instrumentation: Guitar
- Product type: Book (Softcover)
- Series: Guitar Educational
- Format: Instrumental Tutor
- Language: English
- Publisher: Hal Leonard
- Genre: Education / Music Lessons
- Publication year: 2004
- Number of pages: 48