Section 2: What books and Course Should you get?
First some advice: I recommend that you follow a two-step path in learning to play classical guitar. First you get an instruction book. One of the three in the first section (section A) would be perfect.
Then, once you start to play and are building a repertoire you should expand your ability by getting one or more of the technique and repertoire books in the lower section (section B.)of this page.
This way you learn how to play then you refine your skills.
A. Learn how to play books
If you want to learn how to play traditional classical guitar there is one book that rises above all the others. It was written two hundred years ago and is still the standard for learning. It assumes you have no knowledge of playing guitar and no knowledge of how to read music. It takes you from there to competent playing. This is the book I learned on. It is a tried a true classic.
Carcassi
Classical Guitar Method
If you are looking for something more contemporary this is an excellent book. It it clearly written and too assumes you have no prior knowledge of guitar or reading music. As a bonus it also comes with a CD so you can hear how things are supposed to sound. A good choice.
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Modern Approach to Classical Guitar
| This premier method for the beginning classical guitarist, by one of the world's pre-eminent virtuosos and the recognized heir to the legacy of Andres Segovia, is now completely revised and updated! Guitarists will learn basic classical technique by playing over 50 beautiful classical pieces, 26 exercises and 14 duets, and through numerous photos and illustrations. The method covers: rudiments of classical technique, note reading and music theory, selection and care of guitars, strategies for effective practicing, and much more! |
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| Once you have started to improve as a guitarist you will be looking for books of compositions, and books that will improve your technique and expand your range. Here are some excellent ones. | |
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Matteo
Carcassi - 25 Melodic and Progressive Studies, Op. 60
Once you have worked your way through the Carcassi Method you should move on to this book of 25 Progressive exercises. It will take your technique to new levels. |
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Andres
Segovia - 20 Studies for Guitar
These 20 pieces were composed by Fernando Sor (Who was a contemporary of Beethoven) and this version is edited, revised and played by the grandmaster himself Segovia. |
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Pumping
Nylon
- This is an excellent book for building your technique. With exercises
and explanations for improving both left and right hands, increasing
speed and much more. It includes an array of daily warm-ups. This
is a best selling book and should be a part of everyones library.
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Fifty
Easy Classical Guitar Pieces This is an excellent first repertoire book for beginners. It has pieces from all the periods of classical guitar and includes a cd of the author playing all the pieces. I highly recommend this if you want to start playing real pieces as a beginner. |
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Beatles
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50
Baroque Solos for Classical Guitar |
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Spanish
Guitar Music |
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Here are two great Guitar Posters that will help you learn.
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