Childrens Starter Books

The Guitarist's Way by Peter Nuttall - Book 1 Book number 1 in Peter Nuttall's popular 4-part series, The Guitarist's Way. Book 1 provides the perfect introductory point for those taking their very first steps in learning to play the guitar. This book is perfect for small groups or individuals and the series as a whole has proved to be popular with teachers. In fact, it is assumed that a teacher w…

The Guitarist's Way by Peter Nuttall - Book 2 Book number 2 in Peter Nuttall's popular 4-part series, The Guitarist's Way. This book moves on from Book 1, reinforcing the skills that book taught whilst moving into new areas of technique and musicianship. The Guitarist's Way Book 2 leads you to discover quavers, dotted rhythms, two-note chords and you'll find sharps, flats and naturals too. through…

Guitarists Way Book 3 By Peter Nuttall An important feature of this book is the development of a secure free stroke technique through the playing of arpeggios and chords. Second and seventh positions, important in both solo and ensemble work, are also explored. Left hand technique is developed by the introduction of slurs, and there is a page of common chords at the end of the book.

The Guitarist's Way by Peter Nuttall - Book 4 Book number 4 in Peter Nuttall's popular 4-part series, The Guitarist's Way. Book 4 introduces a range of new and interesting rhythms and continues to help you develop left and right hand playing techniques. This book builds on and explores a wider range of keys and musical styles including blues, South American and Spanish music. With Book 4 students…

The Young Guitarist's Progress Part 2 David Burden Grade 1 to 3 This book covers the area from approximately Grade 1 to Grade 3. It provides repertoire for students in the early stages with a wide range of music from arrangments of folk songs and Pop classics such as Over the Rainbow and Paperback Writer to original pieces in a variety of styles. It also includes recently rediscovered works by Jos…

The Young Guitarist's Progress Part 3 David Burden Grade 3 to 5 This book covers the area from approximately Grade 3 to Grade 5 and is written for students of all ages who want to learn classical guitar using a wide range of music from arrangments of folk songs and Pop classics such as Thank You for the Music, You Raise me up and Pirates of the Caribbean to original pieces in a variety of styles.…

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 Leaves, Havana Goodtime, Samurai Sword, Tudor Dance) and…

Guitar Basics Workouts Inc CD By James Longworth And Nick Walker Guitar Basics Workouts offers aspiring players a fun and accessible way to learn their scales and arpeggios.  Following the step-by-step approach and clear layout of Guitar Basics tutor, this book introduces major and minor scales and arpeggios through and assortment of simple pieces, scale trail activities, warm-ups and technical ti…

The Guitarist's Progress Book 3 David Burden Grade 4 to 6 Five Techniques Sections provide music to work on specific techniques. Two Repertoire Sections are carefully graded to develop the use of these techniques. They include: *A selection of the best 19th Century works for guitar (including some recently rediscovered works by Jose Ferrer) *Arrangements of Early and Baroque Music *Original compos…

The Guitarist's Progress Book 4 David Burden Grade 6 to 8 Part 1: Four Techniques Sections providing music to work on specific techniques. Four Playing In Style Sections contain pieces to work on the interpretation of music from different periods. Part 2: A Recital Section with music from each of the main periods of music. Throughout the book a wide range of music is used including: *A selection o…

Guitar Basics Teacher's Book Guitar Accompaniment Parts For The Landmark Method By James Longworth And Nick Walker Guitar Basics Teacher’s Book presents accompaniment parts for over 60 pieces in the best-selling Guitar Basics pupil’s book, plus helpful notes and tips for teachers. Guitar Basics is a landmark method for young guitarists. It starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to Initia…

Guitar Basics Sight-Reading Fun activities And Pieces To Improve Sight-Reading And Musicianship. Guitar Basics Sight-reading offers bite-sized exercises and specimen pieces to help young players improve their sight-reading and general musicianship skills in a fun and unintimidating manner. Carefully devised by established authors Nick Walker and James Longworth, this step-by-step approach will get…

The Young Guitarist's Progress Part 1 David Burden The initial stages: This book covers the earliest stages of learning and is specifically designed for young beginners learning individually or in groups. The 'New Things' sections introduce new notes, rhythms and techniques in a structured, systematic way. Simple chords are also introduced and can be used at the descretion of the teacher. This rev…

The Guitarist's Progress Book 1 David Burden Beginner to Grade 2 (ABRSM: 1, 2 & 3) Part 1 Uses carefully graded tunes to introduce the notes in first position. Part 2 A general repertoire section which includes: *A selection of the best of the 19th Century works for guitar (including some recently rediscovered works by Jose Ferrer). *Arrangements of Folk Songs and Early Music. *Original compositio…

The Guitarist's Progress Book 2 David Burden Grade 2 to 4 (ABRSM 4) Six Techniques Sections provide music to work on specific techniques. Three Repertoire Sections are carefully graded to develop the use of these techniques. They include: *A selection of the best 19th Century works for guitar(including some recently rediscovered works by Jose Ferrer) *Arrangements of Early and Baroque Music *Origi…

Guitar Academy Book 1 By Richard Corr Guitar Academy Book 1 is the first in a series of books which together represent a complete method for learning guitar. Written to reflect prevailing views on good instrumental teaching, it combines teaching techniques from both the classical and pop/folk traditions. There is certainly no other tutor that is so wide-ranging and holistic in its approach, or one…

Guitar Basics By James Longworth And Nick Walker "Guitar Basics" is a landmark method for young guitarists. It starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to Initial/Preparatory Grade. The method is set out in fifteen stages and contains original pieces and traditional tunes in an array of styles including classical, folk and world music as well as well-known favourite film and TV themes such…

Enjoy Playing The Guitar Book 2 By Debbie Cracknell This exciting revised edition of Enjoy Playing Guitar: Tutor Book 2 picks up where Book 1 left off, guiding students to the next level in their musical development. Using the same clear approach and careful pacing, it introduces new positions (2nd, 5th, 7th), techniques (left-hand slurs, harmonics, the barré), and musical ideas, supported by tail…

Enjoy Playing Guitar: Ensemble Games, Debbie Cracknell This book has 34 fabulous pieces for beginner to intermediate guitar ensembles. A big range of styles, including blues, tango, classical, and flamenco. Activity notes on each piece, ensemble warm-up ideas and photocopiable pages for students. This book promotes improvisation and creativity, and introduces techniques like tambora and harmonics!…

Enjoy Playing The Guitar Book 1 By Debbie Cracknell This revised edition of 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 musicians…

Enjoy Playing The Guitar Book 2 By Debbie Cracknell This exciting revised edition of Enjoy Playing Guitar: Tutor Book 2 picks up where Book 1 left off, guiding students to the next level in their musical development. Using the same clear approach and careful pacing, it introduces new positions (2nd, 5th, 7th), techniques (left-hand slurs, harmonics, the barré), and musical ideas, supported by tail…

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Enjoy Playing Guitar Going Solo by Debbie Cracknell Enjoy Playing Guitar: Going Solo is an outstanding repertoire book for all aspiring classical guitarists. A refreshed and enlarged edition of Enjoy Playing Guitar Solos, this collection provides an excellent range of practice and concert material. It is the ideal companion to Tutor Books 1 and 2 in the same series, or can equally be used as a sta…