Alfred's Basic Guitar Method
About this collection
Alfred's Basic Guitar Method
Alfred's Basic Guitar Method is the foundational series for learning acoustic and electric guitar from the ground up. Developed by Morty Manus and other experienced instructors, these books pair printed instruction with online audio and video to guide players through rock, pop, and folk styles. The series is available in multiple formats: traditional printed books, books with online audio, and complete packages with video instruction and software.
Who it's for
- Guitar teachers introducing students to the instrument
- Beginning players working through a structured curriculum
- Self-taught guitarists seeking organized, proven instruction
What's inside
- Three progressive method books covering beginner to early intermediate
- Online audio accompaniments and video instruction with select titles
- Theory workbooks and chord reference charts to support method work
Things to consider
Start with Book 1 if you're new to guitar; it assumes no prior knowledge and introduces proper technique from day one. If you're teaching a group or prefer structured audio guidance, pair Book 1 with the online audio or video edition. Once you've completed Book 1, the chord chart becomes a handy reference for the styles introduced in Books 2 and 3. Theory books can supplement the method work at any point to deepen understanding of what you're playing.