First Lessons Beginning Guitar: Learning Chords/Playing Songs

First Lessons Beginning Guitar: Learning Chords/Playing Songs

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Book Description
A step-by-step, concise, user-friendly guide to learning chords, strumming, and songs. Music is presented in the keys of G, D, E minor and C with a play-along CD. The book also features sections on types of guitars, frequently asked questions, how to string a guitar, and musical and guitar-related terminology. Ideal for beginners of any age.

About the Author
William Bay is president of Mel Bay Publications, Inc. He is an accomplished guitarist and trumpet player and has performed on both instruments in a wide variety of professional settings. He is experienced as a performer and composer of music ranging from jazz and rock to the classics and sacred. He received his bachelor's degree from Washington University in St. Louis and his master's from the University of Missouri. Bill has received international acclaim for his innovative teaching methods, and he has authored over 200 books with sales in the millions. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

First Lessons Beginning Guitar: Learning Chords/Playing Songs,William Bay,Mel Bay Publications,0786658681,General,Instruction & Study - General,Music,Musical Instruments - Guitar

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