The Beginner Guitarist has been born out of 20 years of teaching experience. Although specifically designed as a teacher’s aid, it can also be used for independent study. Topics like posture, tuning and phrasing are not prescribed, being left to the judgement of the teacher. With the exception of right and left-hand fingering advice, this approach is used throughout the series. The entire series has the goal of being a measured and progressive tutor. Ideas are usually introduced one at a time to avoid overloading the student. About the author: Nigel Tuffs is an instrumental teacher with more than 20 years of experience in all areas of guitar teaching. Originally a member of several rock bands he completed an honours degree at the Colchester Institute, specialising in composition and performance, and has since worked extensively as a chamber musician, in guitar ensembles, as an accompanist and also as an educator.

The Beginner Guitarist has been born out of 20 years of teaching experience. Although specifically designed as a teacher’s aid, it can also be used for independent study. Topics like posture, tuning and phrasing are not prescribed, being left to the judgement of the teacher. With the exception of right and left-hand fingering advice, this approach is used throughout the series. The entire series has the goal of being a measured and progressive tutor. Ideas are usually introduced one at a time to avoid overloading the student. About the author: Nigel Tuffs is an instrumental teacher with more than 20 years of experience in all areas of guitar teaching. Originally a member of several rock bands he completed an honours degree at the Colchester Institute, specialising in composition and performance, and has since worked extensively as a chamber musician, in guitar ensembles, as an accompanist and also as an educator.

The Beginner Guitarist has been born out of 20 years of teaching experience. Although specifically designed as a teacher’s aid, it can also be used for independent study. Topics like posture, tuning and phrasing are not prescribed, being left to the judgement of the teacher. With the exception of right and left-hand fingering advice, this approach is used throughout the series. The entire series has the goal of being a measured and progressive tutor. Ideas are usually introduced one at a time to avoid overloading the student. About the author: Nigel Tuffs is an instrumental teacher with more than 20 years of experience in all areas of guitar teaching. Originally a member of several rock bands he completed an honours degree at the Colchester Institute, specialising in composition and performance, and has since worked extensively as a chamber musician, in guitar ensembles, as an accompanist and also as an educator.

The Beginner Guitarist has been born out of 20 years of teaching experience. Although specifically designed as a teacher’s aid, it can also be used for independent study. Topics like posture, tuning and phrasing are not prescribed, being left to the judgement of the teacher. With the exception of right and left-hand fingering advice, this approach is used throughout the series. The entire series has the goal of being a measured and progressive tutor. Ideas are usually introduced one at a time to avoid overloading the student. Basic right-hand technique is the foundation of the early part of book one. The ability to strike the string effectively and produce a clear sound is paramount. Left-hand technique is then addressed with notes on the top three strings in first position. Use of the thumb is also covered briefly. Light relief comes in the form of small amounts of glissando and percussive work. Dynamics are then introduced onto a stable base of notes, followed by accidentals (key of G). The book is rounded off with chords and arpeggios, giving the student a chance to ‘swap seats’ with the teacher and play the role of accompanist. Elsewhere the teacher may accompany the pupil with the suggested chords, either playing the root note or the full voicings as notated. A daily practice session for the completion of book one, extra repertoire and other helpful information are all available at www.thebeginnerguitarist.com. About the author: Nigel Tuffs is an instrumental teacher with more than 20 years of experience in all areas of guitar teaching. Originally a member of several rock bands he completed an honours degree at the Colchester Institute, specialising in composition and performance, and has since worked extensively as a chamber musician, in guitar ensembles, as an accompanist and also as an educator.

Pachelbel's most famous work. The transcription succeeds in preserving the beautiful melodies of the Canon within the confines of the technical limits of the guitar.

Classical Guitar Tab Edition. These editions are intended to make the learning of complex solo guitar music easier and more accessible to all guitarists through the use of easy-to-read tablature and standard notation.

About the series: FJH Classic Editions for Classical Guitar editions offer a pedagogically sound version of the most important studies ever written for the classical guitar. They include: suggested and alternate right-hand fingerings to aid technical development, performance notes, and an extensive glossary of all musical terms used in the studies.

Also known as Valse Criollo, this is one of the most popular pieces written by the great South American guitarist/composer Antonio Lauro.

Howard Stern's on air reporter Lisa G. rediscovers the joy of making music. Plus - tips for mixing, a closer look at classical guitar, reviews, music news, and much more.

The September/October issue of Making Music magazine takes readers to Austin, Texas, where John Henry McDonald revived an interest in classical guitar when he founded the Austin Classical Guitar Society. We also travel to Akron, Ohio, getting a glimpse into the lives of several rocking doctors who know that sometimes, music is the best medicine. Along those same lines, the issue explores the health benefits that stem from singing or playing an instrument, as well as tips for staying healthy while enjoying music as a hobby. For the ambitious musician, we inspire musical development and creativity with articles on playing blues bass lines, writing harmony parts, and producing and recording an album. Plus, Scott The Piano Guy Houston shares some advice for learning how to improvise. We encourage readers to let their music take them to new places, by exploring the history of Motown at the Motown Museum in Detroit, and discovering the joyous choro music of Brazil. As always, readers will find all of the latest music products and resources to compliment their music making. There's something for every musician in the September/October issue of Making Music magazine.

Sheet music for solo classical guitar of this beloved Beethoven piece.

Sheet music for classical guitar.

Sheet music for classical guitar.

Classical Guitar Tab Edition.

Sheet music for classical guitar.

Sheet music for classical guitar.

Sheet music for classical guitar.

Sheet music for classical guitar.