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The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method - Volume 1: Guitar Technique | 
 enlarge | Authors: Christopher Parkening, Jack Marshall, David Brandon
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Category: Book
List Price: $12.95
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Rating:  26 reviews
Sales Rank: 18474
Media: Paperback
Edition: Revised
Pages: 112
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.3
ISBN: 0793585201
Dewey Decimal Number: 784
UPC: 073999952285
EAN: 9780793585205
ASIN: 0793585201
Publication Date: August 1, 1997
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Product Description
This premier method for the beginning classical guitarist, by one of the world's pre-eminent virtuosos and the recognized heir to the legacy of Andres Segovia, is now completely revised and updated! Guitarists will learn basic classical technique by playing over 50 beautiful classical pieces, 26 exercises and 14 duets, and through numerous photos and illustrations. The method covers: rudiments of classical technique, note reading and music theory, selection and care of guitars, strategies for effective practicing, and much more!
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 The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method - Vol. 1: Guitar Techique August 23, 2008
D. Richards
This is a great book containing many familiar songs arranged in a very comprehensive way. I think everyone should get this book.
Awesome Learning Tool May 29, 2008
Stephen M. Bero (Chicago, IL)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have personally used a lot of different beginner guitar books to get a grasp on playing the guitar. 99% of them all lack a basic understanding of certain techniques, and information on properly playing the guitar. This book hands down is the best beginner book I've used. In conjunction with a teacher, you will very quickly understand many aspects of the guitar that most other books don't ever cover. And Parkening doesn't miss a step. Highly Recommended for any teenager or adult whom wants to learn the guitar. This book will teach proper technique for all guitar players (ie, electric, acoustic, classical (of course), etc.) The techniques in this book will save you hours of frustration later when you hit a road block, or need to re-learn proper guitar technique.
Great Beginers tool August 21, 2007
C. Fisher
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have been playing the guitar on and off for over 10 years. I have never really gotten to a point that I can say that my skills were really great. Primarily I have taught myself to play. I have learned a few songs and played mostly cords, and tab.
I first got interested in arpeggio, or classical guitar, a couple of years ago. I have read a few lessons, from books mostly, and learned a little.
I bought this book a few weeks ago and have not stopped playing since. The key to learning the guitar, in my 10 years experience, is persistence. You have to keep practicing to build up your finger strength and the tips of your fingers. Prolonged absence of practice will weaken your finger strength slightly, but weaken your finger tips greatly.
This book brings you through some classic lessons and techniques that will help to build the use of your fingers. It also shows you the proper positioning and posture that should be used while playing. This is important because it helps you to play longer if you are comfortable.
This book also has some really great practice pieces. The songs are a mix of duets and solo pieces. The duets can be played solo just for the practice. I find myself going back to them often for two reasons. Practice is one and the other for note recognition. Some of these pieces are really very nice and sound really great.
I would recommend that anyone who wants a really challenging form of guitar playing to purchase this book. I would also like to state that I had read that this book should take a person 1 year to complete. I tend to disagree. I have made excellent progress in the book so far. I have had a few road blocks, but persistence had been its own reward. The point is, your progress will be determined by your dedication to practice. The only thing that has slowed me down, or prevented me from practice is the soreness of my fingers.
I am glad I bought both Volume 1 and Volume 2 at the same time. Before I know it I will be in the second volume.
A very good method book April 22, 2007
Bourbeau (Ann Arbor, MI United States)
This is my first recommendation for students of the classical guitar who are approximately age 9 and up. It has many photos and illustrations and moves at a swift pace.
Quality book--well worth the money March 9, 2007
David Conklin (Albuquerque, NM USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was looking for some quick motivation, and this book has provided. It has an attractive layout and is well-written and organized. It contains much good information and advice for beginners--or those of us who may have played off and on for years but still don't feel like true "intermediates".
The most valuable thing is the nice selection of compositions. Several of them are new to me, and really fine, like the "Catalonian Song" and "Simple Gifts." Chances are you'll find things in here that you really like and want to work on. The arrangements are interesting but not too difficult. Left hand fingering is provided, which certainly helps.
I'm more motivated than I've been in years. This book is a great value.
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