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Summary: One of the best instructional books I have found.
Review: I have to say when I first bought the book I didn't have a clue that I would be playing as well as I am now. Its like when you hear certain pieces played and you say "One day I may play like that" Well with this book you do. Its a very easy read,and the only true test is finding time to play. For me, I never want to put the book down. You learn to play, to read and to understand music. Well worth the small price.
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Summary: One of the best instructional books I have found.
Review: I have to say when I first bought the book I didn't have a clue that I would be playing as well as I am now. Its like when you hear certain pieces played and you say "One day I may play like that" Well with this book you do. Its a very easy read,and the only true test is finding time to play. For me, I never want to put the book down. You learn to play, to read and to understand music. Well worth the small price.
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Summary: Great Instructional Book
Review: Im a beginer in classical guitar although I've been a rock guitarist for 4 years now and this book realy helped me cross that wide gap. This book will keep you interested and it's lesson can be easily understood. It covers theory, techniques, and notation. Its all you need to play the classical guitar. it comes with a CD too.
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Summary: Attractive and practical
Review: The book teaches music theory along with the guitar lessons. The information is given in easily digestible segments. The purpose of each exercise is clearly spelled out. I appreciate the spiral binding that keeps it flat without any struggle. It has a CD to demonstrate how the exercises and pieces should sound. The book includes a section on buying a guitar. It's nicely illustrated and fun to use.
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Summary: OK
Review: This book is one of many classical guitar-teaching books that I own. They are: Solo Guitar Playing (Frederick Noad), Progressive Classical Guitar Method (Jason Waldron), Pumping Nylon (Scott Tennant) and a couple of Mel Bay books just to name a few. Each one approaches teaching and how to play the classical guitar differently. This book by David Braid was made by an excellent publisher, hard back, spiral bound (stays open easy), full color pictures, top quality paper and a cute brunette model showing you how to hold the guitar between your legs. But as they say "Don't judge a book by its cover" the content of this book for me falls very short. It doesn't seem to follow any logical progression of teaching, example: It has you playing in two voices, chords, doted notes and ties before even teaching you the notes on the base strings. Then it puts nail care at the back of the book, and tells me to memorize the studies so I can watch my left hand (contrary to every other book that I have) This all to me just left me frustrated and confused. I am sure David Braid is amazing classical guitarist but just because you can play well doesn't mean you can teach well. Compared to the exceptional book Solo Guitar Playing and the no thrills but concise Progressive Classical Guitar this one sat and collected dust.P.S. If you really want to give your fingers a work out try Pumping Nylon
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Summary: Wonderful instruction.
Review: This book starts at the beginning covering posture, notation, timing, dynamics, etc. There are exercises in each lesson segment. Each section builds upon a previous exercise. Of course, you are going to want to get supplemental material to build further upon your skills. Giovanni's 120 Right Hand Studies is a good book to help give an extension of finger picking. I recommend this over many other books out there.
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Summary: Wonderful instruction.
Review: This book starts at the beginning covering posture, notation, timing, dynamics, etc. There are exercises in each lesson segment. Each section builds upon a previous exercise. Of course, you are going to want to get supplemental material to build further upon your skills. Giovanni's 120 Right Hand Studies is a good book to help give an extension of finger picking. I recommend this over many other books out there.
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Summary: Great classical method for adults
Review: This excellent tutor will take you from beginner to intermediate status in short order. The exercises are a cut above the ordinary. The explanations are clear, firmly anchored in musical theory without being overwhelming. There is a very nicely produced cd included. I am an adult beginner. This is the sort of material that I have been looking for since I first laid finger to string. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to get "there" from "here" elegantly, competently, and happily. Enjoy!
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Summary: Excellent choice for learning classical guitar techniques
Review: This is a beautifully put together book. It includes a CD with all the exercises pieces. It starts by discussing general posture and body position for playing. It then presents carefully organized studies that incrementally develop playing skills. These exercises integrate music theory with techniques for right and left hand in such a manner that it provides a very pleasurable learning experience. This book is the product of careful thought. It is well organized and clearly presented. It moves the student along at a reasonable pace and keeps the student's interest. I very highly recommend it.
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Summary: Just make sure you have the self restraint to put it down :)
Review: Unlike "the Noad book" (which seemed to turn learning guitar into a chore,) Play Classical Guitar starts fast and teaches quickly. After only a few lessons, I already found myself playing pleasant little tunes. Excercises quickly get more difficult, but reward you with songs that you're proud to play for friends. The included CD also helps you compare yourself to "the right way." I heartily reccomend this outstanding book -- except for the fact that you need a lot of will-power to put it down!
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