The ultimate solution for teaching beginning guitar in middle school and high school class settings. From Mr. Gustafson's experience as a class guitar instructor, he has designed a unique approach to learning to play the guitar. Beginning on day one, students become acquainted with the basics of beat, rhythm, and musical communication by turning their guitars into percussion instruments. Clear, full-color illustrations introduce the guitar in an engaging manner, and help students develop correct hand and playing positions.The Art of Guitar introduces the three basics of guitar music notation - staff, tablature, and chord charts - in a visual, easy-to-understand manner. Notes, chords, and bass tones are introduced systematically in the context of guitar-friendly keys, and each new key is reinforced with songs and technical exercises. Most exercises and songs are also interactive allowing students to fill in the tablature or draw in the bar lines. The musical examples range from French Renaissance dances to the blues and are arranged to be played in three parts: melody strummed chordal accompaniment and bass line. The Art of Guitar - Teacher's Edition presents teacher tips, suggested supplementary activities, and references to duplicate worksheets and quizzes in the back of the book which reinforce new concepts and music theory. Meeting the call for a multicultural approach to music expressed in America's National Standards for Art Education, The Art of Guitar includes a wide variety of well-known folk songs from around the world and provides cultural and historical background for each song. Upon completing the method, students will have an appreciation and understanding of music and the basic tools for advancing to any other guitar music style of their choice.

The ultimate solution for teaching beginning guitar in middle school and high school class settings. From Mr. Gustafson's experience as a class guitar instructor, he has designed a unique approach to learning to play the guitar. Beginning on day one, students become acquainted with the basics of beat, rhythm, and musical communication by turning their guitars into percussion instruments. Clear, full-color illustrations introduce the guitar in an engaging manner, and help students develop correct hand and playing positions.The Art of Guitar introduces the three basics of guitar music notation - staff, tablature, and chord charts - in a visual, easy-to-understand manner. Notes, chords, and bass tones are introduced systematically in the context of guitar-friendly keys, and each new key is reinforced with songs and technical exercises. Most exercises and songs are also interactive allowing students to fill in the tablature or draw in the bar lines. The musical examples range from French Renaissance dances to the blues and are arranged to be played in three parts: melody strummed chordal accompaniment and bass line.

An outstanding instruction book for general music classes that includes 48 pages of the basics for a quick introduction to the guitar. Presented in a sing and strum format, the book teaches finger picking and uses 15 basic chords. Songs include: Hound Dog; Where Have All The Flowers Gone?; The Rainbow Connection; and more.

An exciting new series of guitar ensemble music. Each title includes a full score and parts for four guitars and optional bass guitar. Teacher and student performance notes and a listening CD are included. "Classical Gas" is the most popular instrumental ever recorded. It was the first international hit recording to fuse classical and rock music, and it encouraged other successful fusion experiments by jazz, classical, and rock artists during the 1970s. This arrangement will make a great holiday or final concert selection. Intermediate/advanced level: appropriate for high school students in Levels 2 and 3 of the Method.

Offering the ultimate in sound educational value and maintenance of student interest, this course of instruction for class guitar is truly revolutionary! Each book has more than 45 songs and is 96 pages long. Songs include: Eleanor Rigby; By the Time I Get to Phoenix; Hey Jude; Yesterday; You Needed Me; The Long and Winding Road; It's Hard to Be Humble; Daniel; Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys and more!

These handy flash cards will help reinforce the concepts presented in the EE guitar method book. Concepts covered include: music symbols; musical terms; notes on each string; keys and scales; guitar chords and more.

The top-selling comprehensive method for band and strings is now also available for guitar. With the time-tested classroom teaching methods of Will Schmid and Bob Morris, "Essential Elements for Guitar" is sure to become a staple of guitar teachers' instruction. This method has been designed to meet the National Standards for Music Education, with features such as cross-curricular activities, quizzes, multicultural songs, basic improvisation and more. Concepts covered include: getting started; basic music theory; guitar chords; notes on each string; music history; ensemble playing; performance spotlights and much more. Use the enclosed CD to listen to quality demonstrations or use as an accompaniment background to the songs included in the book. The handy flashcards will reinforce the students understanding of music symbols, musical terms, notes on each string, keys and scales, guitar chords and more.

An exciting new series of guitar ensemble music. Each title includes a full score and parts for four guitars and optional bass guitar. Teacher and student performance notes and a listening CD are included. The hauntingly beautiful "Europa (Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile)" is one of Carlos Santana's most popular instrumentals. In addition to Santana's own classic recording, this song was a huge instrumental hit for tenor saxman Gato Barbeiri. This arrangement will make a great final concert selection. Intermediate/advanced level: appropriate for high school students in Levels 2 and 3 of the Method.

An exciting new series of guitar ensemble music. Each title includes a full score and parts for four guitars and optional bass guitar. Teacher and student performance notes and a listening CD are included. For five guitars and optional bass guitar. This classic first hit from Woodstock-era Santana is a perfect easy-to-play guitar ensemble. The simple two-chord groove to this song is also perfect for experimenting with improvised guitar solos. Excellent for concerts, recitals, and holiday performances. Easy level: appropriate for middle and high school students in Level 1 of the Method.