Basic Classical Guitar Method, Book 3: Guitar Book & CD

Tennant's progression through all three books creates a coherent learning arc that respects how classical guitarists actually develop. Book 3 introduces intermediate techniques without overwhelming students, and the inclusion of genuine repertoire by Baroque and 19th-century masters means students build technique while playing real music, not exercises in disguise.

A gateway into the classical guitar canon. The pieces by Bach, Sor, and Giuliani feel attainable yet dignified, and learning techniques like barres and position shifts opens up a much larger world of music that suddenly becomes playable.

Students who have completed Books 1 and 2 of this series and are ready to expand their technical vocabulary and fingerboard knowledge. This book suits both private studio students and classroom guitarists who benefit from structured, methodical technique development alongside recognizable repertoire.

• Photograph the barre positions shown in the book and review them before each practice session; muscle memory benefits from visual reference beyond the moment you're reading.
• Work hammer-ons and pull-offs at half tempo with the accompaniment first, then gradually match the recorded tempo once the coordination feels secure.
• Position your left hand so you can see the fingerboard clearly when moving between positions; this speeds up orientation and reduces anxiety about losing your place.
• Use the grace note examples to understand the rhythmic relationship between the ornament and the principal note, then apply that understanding to the repertoire pieces.

Use Book 3 as the core curriculum for an intermediate classical guitar course spanning one academic year. The included CD allows students to hear professional models and practice with accompaniment, making it suitable for self-directed study or ensemble classes where recordings support group learning.

• Barre chords and partial barres
• Hammer-ons and pull-offs
• Grace notes and ornamental technique
• Position shifting on the fingerboard
• Reading and executing classical repertoire from multiple composers
• Left-hand independence and coordination