The Hal Leonard Guitar Method is designed for anyone just learning to play acoustic or electric guitar. It is based on years of teaching guitar students of all ages, and it also reflects some of the best guitar teaching ideas from around the world. Book 1 includes tuning; playing position; musical symbols; notes in first position; C, G, G7, D, D7, A7, and Em chords; rhythms through eighth notes; strumming and picking; over 80 great songs, riffs, and examples.

Do you want to learn how to play acoustic or electric guitar?

Would you consider yourself a beginner in need of some direction?

Are you interested in developing your technique as a musician?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Hal Leonard’s Guitar Method Book 1 is the ideal place to start! Book 1 follows a simple format, covering basics like; tuning, playing position, musical symbols, notes in first position, rhythms, strumming, and easy chords (C, G, G7, D7, Em). This sheet music book contains the fundamentals of guitar method, making it an excellent resource for students and teachers. Songs included:

Amazing Grace

For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow

Greensleeves

Ode to Joy

Rockin’ Robin

When the Saints Go Marching In

Yankee Doodle

And many more for you to play!

This is just the beginning of your musical journey. Find supplemental songbooks from Hal Leonard’s Guitar Method series to become the guitarist you aspire to be!