Hal Leonard Acoustic Guitar Tab Method – Book 1

Are you looking for an acoustic guitar tab method book filled with music you already know and love? Do you need a reliable resource to teach beginner guitarists the fundamentals? You're in the right place! Hal Leonard Acoustic Guitar Tab Method – Book 1 is the guitar method students and teachers have been waiting for. Written by Jeff Schroedl, this guide uses easy-to-follow instruction and iconic songs to keep learners engaged. This best-selling method is the ideal starting point for anyone learning acoustic guitar.

Covering the Basics

Designed with a step-by-step teaching approach, Book One covers everything beginners need to learn guitar. Key skills and content included: Parts of the guitar, guitar tablature, tempo and time signatures, strumming patterns and arpeggios, slides and slurs, many musical styles, and much more. Beginner musicians will quickly progress while playing iconic songs by artists like AC/DC, The Beatles, Johnny Cash, and Pink Floyd.

Book 1 is Your Ticket to Ride

Learn single chords with songs like “Eleanor Rigby,” single notes with riffs and solos by Nirvana, and arpeggios with Eric Clapton classics. The method's carefully-paced and logical teaching sequence will keep students playing and having fun. Get started quickly with songs you'll enjoy playing: About a Girl • Batman Theme • Come As You Are • Day Tripper • Don't Fear the Reaper • Eleanor Rigby • Free Fallin' • In My Life • Knockin' on Heaven's Door • La Bamba • Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown) • Proud Mary • Ring of Fire • Take Me Home, Country Roads • Wish You Were Here • and more.

Have fun on your musical journey with a method you can trust!