Don't Press Too Hard! is a free stroke Guitar tutor which aims to provide a method of learning to play the Guitar combining maximum musical effect with minimum physical effort in an entertaining and purposeful way. This is achieved by: Giving priority to right hand development so that fluency, simplicity and rhythmic control are always given prime consideration. Most of the right hand patterns are arpeggio based and lend themselves best to free strokes. Pima are used in an integrated way that does not relegate p to a supportive bass role. In keeping with most other tutors of stringed instruments, more sophisticated rhythms are introduced at an early stage rather than extending the note range. Stopped notes are introduced in order of accessibility, beginning with those in the resonant middle register. Use of the left hand stretch between the 1st and 3rd left hand fingers has been deferred in favour of an early introduction of the 4th, encouraging use of a balanced tripod between 1, 2 and 4. Rests and articulated bass notes are introduced at a very early stage. The indication to stop over-ringing bass notes is discontinued half-way through the book, hopefully by then the pupil will have gained the habit and aural awareness. Minimal left hand fingering avoids 'reading by numbers'. There is little written text, most things are best explained by the teacher.

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.

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The second volume of this anthology series contains 25 original works by composers of the 17th and 18th centuries, transcribed for guitar by co-author Stuart Willis. Including pieces by Corbetta, Falkenhagen, Gallot and Weiss, amongst others, it offers a wide stylistic range of works, many of which are rarely available. The collection is accompanied by a CD recording of all pieces performed by Jens Franke, and is suitable for students of c.4-5 years of playing experience, or those of grades 3-4 level (UK and Commonwealth). The book also includes composer biographies and teaching notes on each of the pieces. Content - Reusner: Aria - de Richée: Aria - Daube: Menuet I - Menuet II - Richée: Sarabande - Richée: Menuet - Corbetta: Prelude - Matteis: Prelude - Anon. (Rosani Lautenbuch): Minuetto - Anon. (Rosani Lautenbuch): Air Gracieux - Daube: Arioso - Conradi: Menuet - Gallot: Sarabande 'La Pièce de Huit Heures' - Hagen: Aria - Hagen: Andante - de Visée: Chaconne, transposé du théorbe - de Visée: La Montfermeil, Rondeau, transposé du théorbe - de Visée: Allemande - Mesangeau: Sarabande - Bittner: Courante - Falckenhagen: Cantabile - Kellner: Pastorel - Hagen: Minuetto - Anon. (Rosani Lautenbuch): Allegro - Weiss: Minuet - Weiss: Minuet

Fantasy on an Old English Melody is based on a fragment of melody called The Leaves be Green which was popular in Elizabethan times. Queen's Temple Publications is delighted to publish this wonderful work, which was recorded in 2009 by the Eden Guitar Ensemble on their CD, "Music for an Island" (BGS117).

Edited by Frederic Zigante.

15 beautiful solo guitar arrangements in standard notation and tab that are perfect for church interludes. Titles include: Bind Us Together