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Cl as s i ca l G u i t a r
Me t h o d
Vo lu m e On e
By Bradford Werner
t h i s i s c l a s s i c a l g u i t a r. c o m
2017 Edition | Creative Commons
Classical Guitar Method - Volume One
by Bradford Werner
2017 Edition
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© Bradford C. Werner 2017
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Printing the PDF
I recommend having an office store print this pdf. Place it in a three ring binder with dividers for each
section. Binders are great because you can easily supplement it with extra materials of interest to the
student and/or teacher. You are
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Special Thanks
Uroš Barič, Michael Dias, Erin Fisher, Brett Gunther, Natasha Pashchenko, and Adrian Verdejo.
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Contents
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Part I - Progressive Method
Brief definitions of music notation
Reference for Basic First Position Notes
Open String Pieces: Etude No. 1 & 2, Nocturne Duet
First and Second String Notes, Five Melodies, Ode to Joy Duet, Dynamics, Etude No. 3
Third String Notes, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Etude No. 4, Jazz Cat Duet
Melodies and Duets: Au clair de la lune, Oh Susana, Waltz Duet by Czerny,
Minuet by Wilton Duet, Morning Duet by Diabelli
Open Bass Strings, Bass String Blues, Etudes No. 5, 6, and 7
Fourth and Fifth String Notes, Etude No. 8, C Major Scale, Note Review
Eighth Notes, Minuet Duet by Hook, Etude No. 9, Vsi so venci Vejli,
Flow Gently, Sweet Afton Duet
Two Voice Textures, Etude No. 10 and 11, Dotted Quartet Notes,
Little Birch Tree in the Field, The Skye Boat Song
Fifth String Notes, Note Review, Capriccio Duet by Logy
Sixth String Notes, Note Review, Note Naming, Leyenda Theme by Albeniz,
Accidentals, Chromatic Scale, Greensleeves, Minuet in G Duet by Petzold
Tutu Maramba, Django Swing, Etude 12 - à la Brouwer, Minuet Duet by Krieger
Sor Study No. 1 Op. 60, Siciliano by Carcassi, Übungen by Mertz, Etude13 - Farewell
Part II - Strumming & Fingerstyle Accompaniment
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Strumming: Hey Ho, Frère Jacques, London Bridge, Amazing Grace, Red River Valley,
Tom Dooley, Danny Boy, Shenandoah, Scarborough Fair
Fingerstyle: Scarborough Fair, Will the Circle Be Unbroken, Saint James Infirmary,
House of the Rising Sun
Pentatonic Minor & Blues Scales, Twelve Bar Blues, The Shuffle, Rhythm Riff Blues,
Part III - Technique & Warm-Up Exercises
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Right Hand Technique Exercises No. 1-10
Left Hand Technique Exercises No. 1-3, Single String Chromatic Scales,
Beginner Scales: E Chromatic, C Major, G Major, F Major, A Minor, E Minor, D, Minor
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About this book
This book teaches classical and fingerstyle guitar skills with a focus on the rich pedagogical tradition of
classical guitar. Most learning objectives are covered through pieces and duets rather than exercises or
descriptions. This allows students to perform full pieces from the first lesson. Working with a qualified
teacher as well as watching the lesson videos should provide students with a healthy start to guitar.
More specific information, theory, and exercises are learned in Volume Two.
How to use this book
Part I should be studied in progressive order, mastering every piece on every page. Incorporate Part II
and Part III at any time, even the first lesson. Take lessons with a qualified teacher and watch the free
video lessons to ensure you learn proper technique, musicality, and listening skills.
What will the student learn?
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How to play melodies in solos and duets
Melodies with open string bass accompaniment
Basic arpeggio pieces and patterns
Reading music in first position (without key signatures)
Basic chord strumming and fingerstyle accompaniment
What is left out?
This book omits information that might ‘clutter up’ the beginner learning experience. Music should be
learned through listening and experience. Only a very small amount of theory and musical expression
have been included. I encourage students to explore these topics with their teacher during weekly
lessons. Some advice on theory and expression have been included in the free lesson videos which is a
better medium for communicating musical ideas. After completing this book a more in-depth study of
theory and musical ideas can be found in my Volume Two method book.
Free video lessons for this method
Video lessons have been made for this book to supplement the learning experience. Ideas about
musicality and technique are discussed and demonstrated. Other ideas covered are tuning, rest and
free stroke, and more. Find the lessons here: thisisclassicalguitar.com/lessons/
Volume Two method book
Students must complete Volume Two of this series in order to learn more in-depth musical concepts.
Volume Two includes: new repertoire; new techniques; key signatures, scales, new time signatures;
theory, musicality, rhythm training; new chords and accompaniment styles.
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Rest stroke or free stroke? Nails?
Teachers have different opinions about the use of rest and free strokes for beginners. I have seen good
results from both approaches. My beginner students use only free stroke until proper hand positions
and a relaxed legato playing style are established. Students need not introduce right hand nails until
hand positions and posture are firmly established. I would introduce nails during Volume Two.
Use of the left hand pinky finger
Students should use the left hand pinky for D and G (3rd fret of the first and second strings). This
fingering is required for solo pieces later and also helps align the left hand. Students will have no
trouble using the pinky if it is curved and in the proper position.
Memory and technique exercises
Beginner students, especially youth, do not need to be overly concerned with technique exercises.
Motivation and inspiration should come from experiencing music for the first time through playing
repertoire. Students should memorize their pieces and look at their hands while they play. However, a
brief five minute warm-up with technique exercises can be beneficial to establish certain technical
concepts. I recommend mastering all the right hand technique exercises first.
Great companion books for this method
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Sight Reading For the Classical Guitar, Level I-III by Robert Benedict
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Sight reading with
emphasis on interpretation, phrasing, form, and more: http://amzn.to/2o8bE0P
Celebrate Theory (Preparatory):
Graded theory & musicianship from the RCM Toronto:
http://amzn.to/2qgpHyJ
Tuning the guitar
Students should buy a clip-on tuner, I like the D’Addario Micro Tuner: http://amzn.to/2pecdpN
Tuning by ear should begin during the first lesson and relative tuning should also be taught:
1. Play the 6th string at the 5th fret and tune the open 5th string to the same pitch.
2. Play the 5th string at the 5th fret to tune the open 4th string.
3. Play the 4th string at the 5th fret to tune the open 3rd string.
4. Play the 3rd string at the 4th fret to tune the open 2nd string.
5. Play the 2nd string at the 5th fret to tune the open 1st string.
Follow the website for free lessons, sheet music, and pro videos
• Free and recommended sheet music: thisisclassicalguitar.com/sheet-music-for-classical-guitar/
• Free video lessons and instructional articles: thisisclassicalguitar.com/lessons/
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