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Rob's latest release is the new method book for guitar, Mastering Guitar Chords in Open Position Using I-vi-IV-V.  This unique approach to learning chords with one of the most popular chord progressions in popular music through all twelve keys prepares the practicing guitarist to quickly master thousands of songs after successfully completing the text.  Designed for self-study and, particularly, for the homeschooled musician, the text includes a breakdown of chord diagrams, valuable tips, a master chord chart, and a practice log.

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Instrumental Musician's Folio Series Guitar Book I is the perfect companion to any guitar method book.  The 21 folios in the complete volume feature 68 graded studies.  Studies include duets, scale studies, solo pieces and etudes featuring notated chords.

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Quick Start Guide to the Guitar.  A new approach to learning the guitar.  This method book breaks down the techniques required by each hand to play the guitar into two stages.  First the picking hand and open strings are explored, followed by the fretted notes through to advanced playing techniques.  Throughout this process, the practicing guitarist is introduced to the elements of staff notation and the notes of the guitar in open position.  Reading chords from staff notation as well as chord diagrams is also covered.  Full of fun and engaging studies and precise detail of musical concepts, the Quick Start Guide is the perfect volume for the musician interested in getting up and running quickly with a thorough understanding of the guitar and music notation.

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Leaving Open Position The Ultimate Guide to Playing the Entire Guitar Fretboard Using Standard Notation.  Designed for the guitarist who has successfully completed an introductory method for the guitar and is ready to explore the rest of the instrument.  This 206 page volume introduces each note of the entire guitar fretboard in standard notation through exercises that represent the sounds and styles of contemporary guitar music.  Tablature and fretboard note finder included.

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