Playing for Fun

First Guitar Pieces, Gerald Garcia, John Whitworth. A very popular collection of eight attractive pieces, drawn from many parts of the world. The pieces are suitable for the first year player who is ready to study music in two voices, and have been chosen for their musical value while remaining within strict technical limits. Younger players can use the book as a companion volume to Books 2 and 3…

First Adventures On The Guitar By Peter Nuttall The very start for young players. This book is written specifically for young beginners, and is designed for the first year or two of learning. It is particularly effective for small group tuition, as many pieces are carefully written to be flexible "school concert" ensemble material, suitable even for the very early stages of learning.

Half Moon And Other Pieces For Guitar Solo By Peter Nuttall A set of rhythmic pieces, together with a set of lyrical melodies and cool harmonies. Nostalgic,romantic, blues, stomping! These colourful pieces are beautifully written for the guitar and are a delight to play! "It's lovely to have this new collection of pieces from Peter Nuttall. His music is so good for beginner and intermediate player…

A Taste Of Jazz Rock Blues For Starters By Peter Nuttall Easy Guitar Solos In Popular Styles A set of pieces mostly in simple “jazzy-rocky-bluesy” styles - appealing to students of any age!. A great introduction to this popular part of our musical heritage. Genuinely accessible to students around “Guitarist’s Way book 3” level! These are always “hits” with students and are great fun to perform. "B…

On The Way By Peter Nuttall Very first repertoire pieces. Appealing preparatory level solos with optional easy accompaniments. Ideal for the student around the level of “Guitarist’s Way book 2.” Can be used as solos or duets or trios (!), and also introduces some simple basic chords. ​"This is ideal material for the initial grade level of any age - highly recommended." Difficulty Level Preliminary…

Going Places By Peter Nuttall An attractive “travelogue” of easy and entertaining pieces for the early player. An ideal companion to book 3 of “The Guitarist’s Way”. “Peter Nuttall has a proven track record in writing for the early player, and this book is no exception. There is not one weak piece... a valuable book by a talented teacher-composer” Difficulty Level Grades 1-2

Travelling In Style Series 2 The Restart Grade 1 & 2 The second series of Travelling in Style gives the student more attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is again on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in…

Travelling In Style Series 2 Trek One Grade 2 & 3 (T/G 2) The second series of Travelling in Style gives the student more attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is again on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and piece…

Travelling In Style Series 2 Trek Two Grade 3 & 4 The second series of Travelling in Style gives the student more attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is again on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in thi…

Duet And Ensemble Series Book 1 David Burden Beginner to Grade 2 Part 1 Uses carefully graded tunes to gradually introduce the notes in first position. Part 2 A general repertoire section. Part 3 Duets covering the new musical techniques encountered in Part 2 The Book contains Duets, Trios and Quartets. A wide range of music is used including: *Original compositions. *Arrangements of Folk Songs. *…

Duet And Ensemble Series Book 2 David Burden Grade 2 to 4 Six Techniques Sections provide music to work on specific techniques. The book contains Duets, Trios and Quartets. A wide range of music is used including: *Pieces from the 19th Century guitar composers *Arrangements of Folk Songs *Original compositions *Arrangements of Early and Baroque music *Pieces from the 19th Century guitar repertoire…

Travelling In Style Stage One Grade 1 & 2 This book contains attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in this book include: Blues Set No. 1 Suite Espanola No. 2 Pop Ar…

Travelling In Style Stage Two Grade 2 & 3 This book contains attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in this book include: Blues Set No. 2: House of the Rising Sun Ca…

Travelling In Style Stage Three Grade 4 & 5 This book contains attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in this book include: Blues Set No. 3 Celtic Collection Part 2…

Travelling In Style Stage Four Grade 5 to 8 This book contains attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in this book include: Jazz Bar Set No. 2 Celtic Collection Part…

Travelling In Style Series 2 Trek Three Grade 4 & 5 The second series of Travelling in Style gives the student more attractive and accessible solos to work on a wide range of guitar and musicial techniques. Throughout these arrangements and original pieces the emphasis is again on learning with enjoyment, developing technique and absorbing different styles of music. The collections and pieces in t…

Christmas Collection - Carols for Guitar Groups A collection of Christmas Carols for guitar groups by David Burden. All parts are approximately Grade 1. What every guitar teacher needs for Christmas time. 15 well known Carols that work as ensembles or duets including: Silent Night Good King Wencelsas Joy to the World We Wish You a Merry Christmas Away in a Manger

Certain Hits 2 David Burden Version 1 Grade 2 to 3, Version 2 Grade 1 The ever popular James Bond Theme arranged for guitar quartet. It can be used in two ways: Version 1 is about Grade 2 to 3. Version 2 is shorter and simpler about Grade 1. Which ever version is used, pupils will be shaken and stirred by playing one of film music's most well known themes!

Simply Latin By Vincent Lindsay-Clark Simply Latin evokes the sounds of South American folk music. These five sketches take the listener on a tour through the Andes, Venezuela and Brazil. They capture the exuberance and complexity of this rich cultural heritage. Contents: Montañas Nebulosas, Tango esta noche, Vals - Homage to Antonio Lauro, Rio by night & Danza del Arpa Practical Music Exam repert…

Simply Spanish by Vincent Lindsay-Clark Simply Spanish has established itself as an indispensable part of the early student repertoire. The six pieces are miniature classics, each evoking a Spanish scene in all its rich colour and rhythm. Contents: Fandango, Oloroso, Tango, Zincarlo, Vals Navarra & Pamplona

Simply Swing By Vincent Lindsay-Clark Simply Swing brings alive the jazz era with five stylish pieces capturing the atmosphere of the 1940s. Contents: Ragatelle, Steely Blue, Swing Swang Lane, Icy Blue & Mississippi Ditty UK Practical Music Exam repertoire ABRSM Grade 4: Steely Blue, Mississipi Ditty Trinity/Guildhall Grade 4: Steely Blue

Five Pictures Of Sark by Vincent Lindsay-Clark For solo guitar. The magic of Sark inspired Vincent Lindsey-Clark on his honeymoon in 1991. Five scenes from around this enchanting island in the Channel Isles illuminate the contrasting locations. Contents: Maseline Harbour, Havre Gosselin, Cycles in the Avenue, La Moinerie, Descent to La Coupee UK Practical Music Exam repertoire ABRSM Grade 5 piece:…

Guitar Basics Repertoire, James Longworth / Nick Walker Containing over forty pieces, Guitar Basics Repertoire offers a rich and varied mixture of folksongs from around the world (Aura Lee, Sakura), classical tunes (Bizet - March of the Kings, J. S. Bach - Minuet in G) and popular film music (including themes from Pirates of the Caribbean and Harry Potter), alongside evocative originals (Falling L…

Simply Baroque By Vincent Lindsay-Clark The latest addition to our catalogue, this is an exciting new album of intermediate level solos in the style of the celebrated baroque masters: Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Domenico Scarlatti, etc. There are five pieces that have been composed with the same combination of musical invention and technical accessibility to be found in other ‘Simply’…