Guitar Class Method Volume 1

"This approach really works. It holds my students' interest." These are typical comments on the effectiveness of William Bay's Guitar Class Method.


As an instrument, the guitar is incredibly versatile, covering music styles from blues and folk to rock, country, classical, flamenco, and jazz, making it an integral part of American musical expression. The Guitar Class Method was written to offer a meaningful, authoritative, and easy-to-follow approach for people of all ages.


Designed for individual or group study, Volume 1 provides a comprehensive overview of guitar styles and techniques. It also includes expert advice on purchasing and caring for your instrument, selecting strings, and proper playing positions. Includes special sections on chord strumming, blues structure and style, fingerstyle technique, note reading, and music theory. The sections can be used simultaneously in any order, allowing the class to move in any direction. This book is written in standard notation and tablature with chords presented in both diagram and photo format. Lyrics are included for many songs, and a few melodies are presented as duet arrangements. Includes access to online audio.