Classical Guitar Method - Debut, is the first part the the "Classical Guitar Method Series" by Wissam Abboud

A beginner's guide to playing the guitar.

Mastering the Classical Guitar, Book 1A is the first in a progressive series using a wide variety of musical repertoire and educational material to provide a solid technical foundation for classical guitar students, exposing the full range of the instrument’s potential and repertoire. Book 1A is most appropriate for students with no prior knowledge of the guitar or music theory, or for those who simply want a fresh start with the classic guitar. It is written in three broad sections: Progressive Studies and Pieces, Technical Exercises and Rhythmic Reading. Tips on how to integrate the three sections are provided throughout the book. Every chapter begins with exercises written specifically to improve a certain aspect of one’s playing, followed by various examples from the classical music repertoire and traditional songs from various cultures. While every aspect of classical guitar technique is clearly described and illustrated, students using this book would still benefit from the advice and constructive feedback of a competent teacher. Consequently, teachers will find opportunities to assert their individual teaching perspectives within this method, making it a perfect road map for the instructor and student’s musical journey. Written in standard notation only, Mastering the Classical Guitar, Book 1A comes with extensive online audio examples. Fingering is kept to a minimum to encourage effective sight reading, allowing teachers and students to annotate their own ideas about digitation and contribute to their own learning process. Includes access to online audio.

Now in one volume, much of what the novice classical guitarist will need to know to place him or her on the recital stage. From proper Instrument care and maintenance to the necessary technical skills, musical mindset and the standard repertoire?all is exposed and explored in enough detail and insight that the student will wish to keep this book close at hand for years to come top serve as a ready reference source.

Complete in three volumes, this widely used text presents classical guitar instruction in a logical and clear manner. the student is thoroughly grounded in left and right hand technical studies and is acquainted with the works of the masters. In notation only.

(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.

For music lovers who've always wanted to play guitar but have been put off by traditional guitar methods, these books get you playing right away without having to pick through heavy theory and music-reading lessons first. Every book in the For Beginners series progresses from the very basics of buying your first instrument through the fundamentals of playing your favorite style of music. 48 pages each with enhanced CD.

Complete in three volumes, this widely used text presents classical guitar instruction in a logical and clear manner. the student is thoroughly grounded in left and right hand technical studies and is acquainted with the works of the masters. In notation only.

Classical Guitar Method - Grade 1, is the third part the the "Classical Guitar Method Series" by Wissam Abboud

Complete in three volumes, this widely used method series presents classical guitar instruction in a logical and clear manner. the student is thoroughly grounded in left and right hand technical studies and is acquainted with the works of the masters. In this volume, the student will be introduced to the Third, Fourth, Fifth, Seventh and Ninth Positions. There is complete treatment for the development of these positions including etudes, solos, duets, and chord studies. This book gives much attention to keys seldom presented in detail in other methods, namely the keys of E flat, C Minor, A flat, F Minor, D flat, B flat Minor, G flat, E flat Minor, F sharp, and D sharp Minor. This volume will be a valuable asset to the student desiring to master these more difficult positions and keys. Notation only. the companion CD demonstrates most of the exercises and solos in the book at performance tempo.