Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1: Book Only | Beginner Acoustic and Electric Guitar Instruction | Step-by-Step Guitar Lesson Book with Chords and ... for Self-Teaching and Classes: Second Edition - Softcover

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 079351245X ISBN 13: 9780793512454

Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, 2003

Synopsis

Greg Koch – Guitar Method Book 1 * Kickstart your guitar journey with the most trusted beginner method book. Designed for players of all ages, this instructional guitar book is a top choice for new learners looking to master acoustic or electric guitar. Whether used in private lessons, classrooms, or at home, this book provides a solid foundation in guitar playing. * * A Trusted Method for Total Beginners * Created by renowned educators Will Schmid and Greg Koch, this method has helped millions of guitarists learn the instrument. Its structured, easy-to-follow format introduces essential skills including tuning, playing position, note reading, and rhythm fundamentals—making it ideal for self-learners or a music teacher resource. * * Step-by-Step Guitar Instruction with Chords and Songs * The book covers important beginner chords such as C, G, G7, D, D7, A7, and Em, while also guiding you through basic strumming and picking techniques. Lessons build sequentially, reinforcing musical concepts through over 80 examples and exercises. Players can immediately apply what they’ve learned by playing familiar songs and riffs. * * An Excellent Supplement to Any Music Curriculum * Compatible with other titles in the same guitar method series, this book is perfect for use in classrooms or as part of a structured private lesson plan. It also makes a thoughtful gift for beginner musicians looking to explore the fundamentals of guitar. * * Songs Included * This collection features: Amazing Grace * For He's a Jolly Good Fellow * Greensleeves * Ode to Joy * Rockin' Robin * When the Saints Go Marching In * Yankee Doodle * 12-Bar Blues Rock * Blues Bass * Shenandoah * Simple Gifts * This Train * Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho * Tom Dooley * Time Is On My Side * Frere Jacques * Snake Charmer * Will the Circle Be Unbroken * Give My Regards to Broadway * The Star-Spangled Banner * and many more.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 079351245X
• ISBN 13: 9780793512454
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 48