Product Description

Oxford University Press Enjoy Playing Guitar Tutor Book 1 is the ultimate resource for all beginner guitarists. It introduces the basics of classical guitar playing and musical concepts through an approach that is clear, progressive and carefully paced. It includes tailored solos, duets and trios in a range of styles and it develops musicianship through activities in improvisation, playing by ear and the art of accompanying. To consolidate learning, there are helpful reminders and quizzes covering musical knowledge, plus a CD with over 70 play-along tracks. Encouraging self-directed learning outside as well as during lessons, this is the perfect book for today's aspiring player. CD of play-alongs for school performance or practising at home.

Review

Can OUP improve upon Debbie Cracknell's tried and tested book? The answer is yes. There is no padding here: everything is useful. New techniques are introduced logically, as are notes, rhythms, performance directions and other symbols, and printing is clear. This is one of the very best general classical guitar tutors. ― Al Summers, Music Teacher, August 2011