Recognized for over 50 years as the best-paced and most comprehensive guitar method available, Alfred's Basic Guitar Method has introduced over 3 million beginners to the joy of playing guitar. This updated and expanded edition features a new layout, making it easier to read and quicker to learn. Now included are blues, country, folk, jazz, and rock music styles, plus more pop songs! Learning to play has never been easier or more fun than with AlfredÂ's Basic Guitar MethodÂ--the first and best choice for todayÂ's beginning guitar students. The most commonly used fingerings, selected for easy reference. LetÂ's face it, practice makes perfect. Finally, guitarists can find a quick way to reference fingerings so they can continue to play their favorite songs. With this easy reference guide, theyÂ'll be playing like a pro in no time.