This book is supplemental to the FJH Young Beginner Guitar Method. Students may begin the Exploring Chords book at any time in their studies. Three-string chords are presented by chord name and guitar fingerboard (frame) only. Duet arrangements allow the teacher to play the melody while being accompanied by the student.

GuitarWorks, NoteWriter, Composer Corner, and Music Fun sections provide activities to reinforce concepts presented in the Lesson Book. A sound basis for rhythm is established by fun-filled counting and writing activities.

(Strum Together). This new, easy-to-use format features melody, lyrics, and chord diagrams for five popular folk instruments: standard ukulele, baritone ukulele, guitar, mandolin, and banjo. Enjoy strumming and singing 68 traditional American folksongs with your friends: Blowin' in the Wind * City of New Orleans * Down to the River to Pray * The Erie Canal * Folsom Prison Blues * Gentle on My Mind * Hey, Good Lookin' * House of the Rising Sun * I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow * Keep on the Sunny Side * King of the Road * Leaving on a Jet Plane * The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down * The Red River Valley * Sixteen Tons * Take Me Home, Country Roads * Tennessee Waltz * This Land Is Your Land * Wade in the Water * You Are My Sunshine * and many more.

Lesson Book 2 provides a seamless transition from Book 1. It introduces three-string chords along with the natural notes on strings four, five, and six. Additional new concepts include eighth notes, chromatics (sharps, flats and naturals), pick-up notes, ties, and rests. Students are encouraged to strum chords to accompany the melody whenever possible. Many optional teacher duets are included. (Students may enjoy playing the teacher duet parts as well!)

Get the fast-track to guitar stardom with this inspirational, step-by-step visual guide From developing your skills as a performer to learning chord sequences and choosing the right kit, How To Play Guitar Step By Step is the ultimate self-improvement guide for all aspiring guitar heroes. Ever dreamt of soloing like one of the guitar greats? Or forming your own band but no idea where to start? Guitar greatness is within your grasp with this ultimate visual guide featuring ten professional easy-to-follow lessons as well as an accompanying DVD that will keep you motivated and inspired as you progress. Advice on technique and guitar maintenance will keep you looking and sounding your best and the handy directory of chords and scales will have you reaching for the book time and time again. Whether you're starting from scratch or building on existing skills, How To Play Guitar Step By Step hits all the right chords progressing you from beginner to guitar hero in easy-to-follow stages.

(Fretted). The Hal Leonard Ukulele Method is designed for anyone just learning to play ukulele. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide by acclaimed performer and uke master Lil' Rev includes many fun songs of different styles to learn and play. The accompanying CD contains 46 tracks of songs for demonstration and play along. Includes: types of ukuleles, tuning, music reading, melody playing, chords, strumming, scales, tremolo, music notation and tablature, a variety of music styles, ukulele history and much more.