Alfred Publications
The Most Popular Method for Learning How to Play by Ron Manus and L.C. Harnsberger

Recognized for over 50 years as the best-paced and most comprehensive guitar method available, Alfred's Basic Guitar Method has introduced over 3 million beginners to the joy of playing guitar. Features clear, well-paced instruction covering popular styles like rock, blues, country, and jazz. Learning to play has never been easier or more fun.
This package also includes a CD to make learning even easier.

Book 1 covers all the necessities including:
 • how to hold your bass
 • tuning your bass
 • right- and left-hand technique
 • the basics of reading music
 • notes on all four strings
 • scales, licks, songs
 • how to read TAB
 • playing slides and accents

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