The FJH Young Beginner Guitar Method, Performance Book 2: Late Elementary Guitar Book

Approachable and rewarding. These songs live in that sweet spot where students feel capable of pulling off a complete piece without oversimplifying the musical experience. The stylistic variety keeps each rehearsal fresh.

Late elementary guitarists who have completed Lesson Book 2 and need reinforcement through performance-ready material. This book works equally well as a primary supplement or as a secondary source when you want to diversify your students' repertoire.

• Match the tempo to your students' technical comfort level first, then build toward the marked speed. Rushing these arrangements defeats the point of playing them live.
• Select pieces that align with your concert theme or season. A variety of styles means you can program a cohesive set without sounding repetitive.
• Record yourself or a strong student playing the piece beforehand. Hearing a finished product helps younger students hear what they're working toward.

Use Performance Book 2 to populate your early-year concerts when students need frequent performance opportunities to build confidence. Its suitability for public performance means every student can contribute meaningfully to an ensemble or recital program.

• Reading in multiple styles and musical contexts
• Reinforcing fingering patterns and chord shapes from Lesson Book 2
• Sustaining focus through complete pieces
• Connecting technical exercises to musical performance