Ultimate Beginner Series: Acoustic Guitar Complete: Guitar Book & DVD (Sleeve)

This combines three complete learning tracks into one cohesive resource, eliminating the guesswork about what comes next. The integration of 4 hours of video instruction with printed diagrams and audio tracks means students can learn in multiple ways simultaneously, which accelerates progress and holds attention better than printed material alone.

Starting with open chords and building toward fingerpicking patterns and classic rock licks creates a genuine sense of progression. The mix of blues and acoustic rock styles grounds the learning in music that feels accessible and rewarding to play.

This resource is built for adult learners and teenagers picking up acoustic guitar for the first time, or those who tried learning from apps or videos alone and need a structured, comprehensive path. Anyone wanting to play recognizable rock and blues songs quickly will find the combination of visual, audio, and printed instruction invaluable.

• Use the DVD instruction to watch hand positioning and finger movement in real time; pause frequently to match what you see on screen before moving forward.
• Play along with the audio tracks at reduced speed first, then gradually increase the tempo as chord changes and transitions become automatic.
• Return to the open position chord diagrams whenever you feel stuck; mastering these foundational shapes makes everything that follows easier.
• Work through one section completely before advancing to the next, rather than jumping between fingerpicking and rock riffs.

This works well as a primary text for beginner guitar instruction in a school setting or private studio, whether used one-on-one or with small groups. The video format allows students to learn at home and bring questions to lessons, while the three distinct learning tracks mean you can customize pacing based on individual progress.

• Open position chords (E, A, D, G, C, and related shapes)
• Chord transitions and smooth changes between positions
• Fingerpicking patterns and right-hand technique
• Acoustic rock rhythm patterns and strumming
• Blues riffs and left-hand fretting accuracy
• Reading chord diagrams and tablature
• Timing and coordination between hands