Modern Guitar Method Grade 1

Mel Bay

ISBN 10: 0786693274 / ISBN 13: 9780786693276

Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc., 2015

Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00107080962

Synopsis:

Mel Bay’s Modern Guitar Method Grade 1 by Mel Bay is a foundational guitar method designed for beginners developing essential skills in plectrum or flatpick style playing. Written entirely in standard notation, it supports early sight-reading while guiding new players through solos, duets, scales, and chords in accessible keys including C, A minor, G, and E minor. This structured approach makes it a reliable starting point for those beginning their guitar journey.

Ideal for beginner guitarists and early learners, the book introduces core playing techniques alongside musical concepts such as chord melody from the very beginning. Supported by online audio and video, learners can hear and see studies and solos in context, reinforcing timing, accuracy, and musical understanding. The inclusion of duets also encourages interactive playing, making it suitable for both self-study and lessons.

The method follows a clear and progressive structure, helping players build confidence while developing both technical control and theoretical awareness. By combining original studies with familiar melodies, it keeps practice engaging and musically rewarding, supporting steady improvement and long-term skill development.

Song List
A Little Bit of Hanon * A Serenade * A Study on the Third String * A Visit to the Relatives * Accompaniment Styles in the Key of E Minor * Accompaniment Styles in the Key of G * Amazing Grace * Aura Lee * Austrian Hymn * Billy's Duet * Bluegrass Waltz * Buffalo Gals * Careless Love * Carry Me Back To Old Virginny * Chester * Cindy * Cockles and Mussels * Cradle Song * E-B * Etude * Follow the Leader * Frolic * Gliding Along * Home on the Range * Home, Home, Can I Forget Thee * In the Evening by the Moonlight * Kum-Ba-Ya * Lament * Long, long ago * Maytime * Melancholy * Michael, Row the Boat Ashore * Minor Melody * Morning Song * Night Song * Our First Duet * Playtime * Psalm 100 * and more.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Modern Guitar Method Grade 1
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
Publication Date: 2015
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good