"How to Play the Guitar - Volume II" is a multimedia tutorial created by a professional guitar trainer. It is a sequel to Volume I, covering the fundamental aspects of playing different styles of guitar. The software teaches a step-by-step guide to playing guitar.
This multimedia tutorial takes you through the fundamentals of playing blues, rock, folk, finger picking, and more, on either electric or acoustic guitar. Volume II is pitched at beginning and intermediate musicians, with 23 lessons covering guitar skills, technique, and musical theory.
Tab and standard musical notation are used throughout the course, to teach students how to master the pick, arpeggios, finger-picking, hammering on and pulling off, slide, chords, and performing basic rhythms to a steady beat. The program recreates the atmosphere of a private guitar lesson, and covers common mistakes encountered by most students such as difficulties with rhythm, fingering, and musical interpretation.
Each lesson builds on prior ones and is progressively more challenging, helping you develop your skills over time. You can also play along to the exercises in standard MIDI format, and even add a bass and drums accompaniment to keep time.
The course includes a metronome to help you keep time and a tuner to ensure your guitar is in tune. So, if you're looking for a comprehensive, well-structured guide to learning the guitar, How to Play the Guitar - Volume II is an excellent choice.
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