Alfred's Basic Guitar Methods Book 1

Rating:
Summary: A Solid Foundation
Review: I have been teaching guitar since 1980 and have taught from other guitar methods. I always return to this one. This method starts with basic music theory as it relates to the guitar. Then one string at a time introduces new songs and chords. Alfred's basic guitar method is a concise and easy to follow book. In addition with each new lesson there are photos and diagrams that show left hand placement. In the back of the book is a chord chart that is arranged to key signatures not in alphabetical order as is in many other methods. This is important for the beginning student to learn which chords sound correct with other chords in various major and minor keys. Overall I would highly recommend Alfred's basic guitar method books 1-6 for a solid foundation in guitar studies.

Rating:
Summary: Great for Beginners
Review: This book is great for someone who has never picked up a guitar before. It teaches you how to read music as well as play. It is set up in an easy to understand and follow format.