By the end of these ten lessons you'll be confidently playing scales, improvising solos, finger picking, and strumming chords in every key. Packed with 800 photos and illustrations, and written by a guitar teacher who's a virtuoso in his own right, this guide offers straightforward coaching that makes mastering even the complicated techniques painless. From advice on buying a guitar to adopting the correct posture, from guidance on reading tablature to music theory, beginners will find everything they need to become proficient players. Also included: a directory of more than 250 essential chords.
Introduction 6Before You Start 8First Steps 16Open Chords and Fingerwork 25Basic Music Theory 42Barre Chords 68Scales Made Easy 82Soloing 102Understanding Tablature 116Arpeggios and Chord Extensions 120Musical Styles and Moving On 128Chord Directory 134Index 158Acknowledgements 160