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Get the fast-track to guitar stardom with this inspirational, step- by-step visual guide with accompanying DVD-ROM. From developing your skills as a performer to learning chord sequences and choosing the right kit, How To Play Guitar Step By Step is the ultimate self- improvement guide for all aspiring guitar heroes. Ever dreamt of soloing like one of the guitar greats? Or forming your own band but no idea where to start? Guitar greatness is within your grasp with this ultimate visual guide featuring ten professional easy-to-follow lessons as well as an accompanying DVD-ROM that will keep you motivated and inspired as you progress. Advice on technique and guitar maintenance will keep you looking and sounding your best and the handy directory of chords and scales will have you reaching for the book time and time again. Whether you're starting from scratch or building on existing skills, How To Play Guitar Step By Step hits all the right chords progressing you from beginner to guitar hero in easy-to- follow stages Table of Contents Introduction Chapter One: The Kit Chapter Two: Essential Theory Chapter Three: The Sessions Introducing the Sessions Session 1: Getting Started Session 2: The Essentials Session 3: Navigating The Fretboard Session 4: Chord Variety Session 5: New Scales and Bends Session 6: Playing with Expression Session 7: Acoustic Fingerstyle Session 8: Blues-Rock Soloing and Improvisation Session 9: Advanced Soloing Session 10: Musical Genres Chapter 4: Becoming an Artist Chapter 5: Guitar Maintenance Chapter 6: Useful Resources Glossary Index Acknowledgements