THE WOLF MARSHALL METHOD Primer

This primer is designed for the beginning student interested in the fundamentals of guitar playing, reading music, and getting a proper start. Included are etudes and pieces which have redeeming musical value in addition to simply presenting notes to read. By these means, a link between learning the basics and creating a playing repertoire is established early on in the guitarist's career. The teaching philosophy is a "hands on" approach for the student, striking a balance between theory and performance.

This primer to the Wolf Marshall Guitar Method series is for aspiring guitarists everywhere as a vital first step.

Topics Covered: Parts Of The Guitar, Basic Technique, Tuning, The Staff, Time Signatures, The Fingerboard Grid, Note Reading, Etudes, Rhythms, Rests. Songs: "House Of The Rising Sun," "Greensleeves," "Midnight Special," "Amazing Grace," "Kreutzer’s Etude," "Beethoven’s 5th Theme," "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik," "Scarborough Fair," many more.

Includes photos, charts and diagrams.

Recommended for older children, teens and adults.