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By far the most comprehensive DVD ever offered for the beginner guitarist---well over 3 hours long! Over 50 Interactive Lessons! Step-by-step lessons incorporating clear, easy-to-follow 3-D graphics and unique play-along tracks teach the viewer the essential chords, scales, and techniques used by acoustic guitar players in every popular style, including rock, blues and country. This DVD is separated into two major sections: 1)The First Step: tuning up · string names · essential chords and scales used by all players · music reference section (notes, rhythms, chords and scales) · practice tips · fretting-hand technique · picking-hand technique · backing tracks for play-along · animated 3-D fretboard graphics. 2)Play Acoustic!: rhythm technique (bare finger/thumb, bass/chord, fingerstyle, etc.) · soloing technique (chord embellishment, open-string chords, using a capo) · electrified acoustic · rock, blues and country styles · rhythm and solo technique in each style · backing tracks in each style for play-along · tips on caring for your instrument from the Fender Custom Shop. Special DVD Features include: Bonus footage, including a Fender Factory Tour! Also: Web links, including a web site specifically designed for beginning guitarists · Multi-language feature so you can hear the DVD in English, Spanish, German, French, or Japanese. |
I based my purchase on the reviews of some of the other buyers, and since I agree with them in substance, I'll be brief. Keith Wyatt (the instructor) is indeed clear, well spoken, and precise in both his technical descriptions and his suggestions for application of the skills he discusses. However, the other reviews don't mention that he's just a likeable guy. He's sincere and approachable, without being nerdy or sappy.
He comes across as someone who's played more than his share of concerts, who's sat in countless studios, and who has never stopped learning his craft for even a single day. He's just a cool dude.
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