Modern Guitar Method Grade 1
(Author) Mel BayThe world's premier method for learning modern plectrum/flatpick style guitar, time-tested and proven successful in building the theoretic and technical foundation needed to play in any style. All seven grades of this method are written in standard notation to encourage better sight reading. In Grade 1, the student guitarist will learn to play solos, duets, scales, and chords in the keys of C, A minor, G and E minor. Even in Grade 1, the student is already exposed to the chord melody concept of guitar performance. In addition an audio recording of the solos and studies and also a video recording are available with this books as downloads.
Mel Bay
Mel Bay was an American musician and music publisher best known for his series of instructional guitar books, including "Mel Bay's Modern Guitar Method." His clear and accessible writing style revolutionized music education, making it easier for aspiring musicians to learn and master the guitar. Bay's contributions to music literature are invaluable.