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      Hal Leonard Guitar Method, – Complete Edition

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      60 reviews for Hal Leonard Guitar Method, – Complete Edition

      1. Christopher James Friesen –

        Meh.

        It has the content, but it’s out of order. A horrible companion if you’re making comparisons to the physical book. Just buy the paperback. It seems that Hal Leonard is not very invested in providing quality digital content.

      2. Alberto –

        Excellent guitar method.

        This is a complete down to earth guitar method which I’m certain that a six year old can comprehend, and succeed.

      3. Amazon Customer –

        Guitar lesson for a Senior

        This is the book that I have been looking for so I could learn to play like I did 55 years ago. I still have a lot to learn from it.

      4. Stillman –

        Excellent beginner’s resource!

        Solid resource for beginners. Gradual progression in difficulty with popular licks like Greensleeves, Star Spangled banner etc thrown in early enough to keep you motivated. There are youtube support videos for all the tracks that someone has created. All in all a great resource.

        One person found this helpful

      5. Range –

        Durable book that is easy to follow

        Great book that is easy to use. My 10 year old son could follow easily. Plus, it stood up to his abuse so overall, a durable book.If this review helped, please let me know by liking it.

      6. Madison Paxton –

        I play better than prince now.

        I bought this guitar book and although I’m disappointed it didn’t include an actual guitar and 30 free hours of instruction for the price, I now can play better than Prince, May he Rest In Peace.

      7. Amazon Customer –

        For every guitar lover

        This is a great guitar tutorial book for every level.

      8. George Gartner –

        I have been very busy but the content is good for the money spent

        I have been very busy but the content is good for the money spent. I will use it and enjoy the knowledge it can give me.

        One person found this helpful

      9. Curtis P Burson –

        Always wanted to play guitar.

        Like the spiral binding. Makes it easy to use on a stand. My teacher recommend this book.

      10. Amazon Customer –

        however is great book and I have made much progress in just …

        Could be more clear about fret position for self-taught learners, however is great book and I have made much progress in just a month.

      11. Curtis R. –

        Shown to professional guitar player

        I shown this book to a professional flamenco guitar player who is also my Spanish teacher and he said that this book will allow me to go anywhere I want to with this book, whether it’s fingerpicking country songs or heavy metal I’ll be able to branch off from this book alone. He also learned from books so he knows a good book when he sees one and he was super impressed with this one.

        4 people found this helpful

      12. Jackson Wong –

        Recommended Guitar Book

        This was the recommended guitar book from the music school. We originally bought only book 1, but that went by pretty quick (~2-3months). Recommend to purchase this complete series instead of book by book.

        2 people found this helpful

      13. Shane Bland –

        Best book for beginners with old time ethic.

        This is a very comprehensive intro to the guitar. If one were to buy only one book to begin this should be the one. I have gifted it to two others already who were just beginning. For those who do not already read music, this will get them up to primary speed easily. If one were to simply follow this instruction and remain OFF YouTube, they would become proficient. The YouTube gig only complicates the process as well as displays many bad options. Just get a private quiet place and work through it. There is no shortcut, no play in 5 minutes. Just get over it and LEARN it properly. Without that ideal as a guide you will simply have a guitar in the closet somewhere soon. Without the old time ethic of simply settling in to actually learn something students will always give up and drift away from the goal.

        35 people found this helpful

      14. Jennifer Singh –

        Worked Fantastic For Self Guided Learning

        I am using this to learn at home without in person instruction or tabs. The lessons are easy to follow with what feels like a nice pace. Exercises give good tips to pay attention to.

        2 people found this helpful

      15. Christopher Hallissy –

        Essential Book, but get the one with audio files.

        Must have book for beginners to learn how to read sheet music. Beware, though, that this version does not have the accompanying audio files which makes things less useful since you can’t see how something is played, particularly for the more obscure tunes. Overall, would buy again if I lost it, it I’d get the one that has the audio files.

        3 people found this helpful

      16. Andrew Helfer –

        Outstanding method book

        This book is outstanding!If you want to teach or learn by method, this book is really hard to beat. By the time you’re through all three sections, you’ll be able to:-Read music-play most any chord in a pop fake book-know more than basic rhythms-know finger picking patterns (including Travis picking)Once done, you’ll be able to pick up just about any guitar songbook and play along.

        10 people found this helpful

      17. Walkr –

        Easy to follow

        Grandson wanted lessons, but not in the budget, He uses this tutorial every day and is learning the guitar and basics quickly and at his own pace. Great starting option

      18. TWM –

        Not a bad start

        This is more for a begginer however its lessons do go from very begginers to the experts. In the start it does tell you how a scale is formatted and notes are counted, does spend time teaching you to read them. However thats what I wanted, yes I know the scale (I played clarinet in school) yes I know how to read notes. I also didn’t know how to play a C on a guitar. This is not really for someone who wants to just play songs on this is more for someone who wants to learn a wide verity of songs, from country to rock, classical to metal. If you want to specialize in one maybe this book isn’t for you. However I like this book because its not just a tab book of here is Bon Jovi’s “You Give Love a Bad Name” (its playing on the TV at this time) or whatever song you may want to play.

        4 people found this helpful

      19. Amazon Customer –

        Warning – this does NOT come with access to the audio files

        Pay attention to which of these you are buying. I didn’t as I assumed they all came with audio access.If the particular version you are purchasing does not specifically state audio access you will not be able to access the online audio files to play along with.Lesson format seems solid – unfortunately I’ll be purchasing a second copy so I have online access.

        2 people found this helpful

      20. Clyde C. –

        Received promptly and without product bloat.

        I hate going to music stores: limited choices, inflated prices on materials written decades ago, trying to find options sourced from other stores… Modern music outlets just suck.The fact that I can buy the same book online, minus the triple inflated price point because of DRM coded audio books included, is amazing. Wife and sister-in-law will love using this to learn and for me to brush up on my music reading skills that are lacking.

        3 people found this helpful

      21. Lilti9er –

        Good for my kid

        This book was recommended by my 8 yr old’s guitar teacher. She can easily follow this book and learn guitar from it. She is always studying ahead of what her teacher assigns so I like that it is easy for her to go through.

        One person found this helpful

      22. Nicholas ThompsonNicholas Thompson –

        Hal Leonard’s marketing sucks – Buy books from fundamental changes instead

        So here’s the deal I got exactly what I ordered.There are two versions of the book.One is about 10 bucks more and under the “guitar method” on the front cover, top left, there is (in 10 point smaller type “Audio Access Included”).My book doesn’t have that. I purchased this precisely because the Bass Book came with audio, I just didn’t realise there is a version without the audio. And as others have pointed out, why would you sell a version without the audio.This is pretty scummy, I don’t really mind paying extra (but get this: audio is *free* with the excellent “fundamental changes” books). But having two versions, with no way to get the extra content is just annoying.I went to the Hal Leonard website and there seems to be no option to purchase the audio tracks.Amazon should make it clearer in the listing that there are two versions. So now I am faced with the choice of just using this as is, or returning it (which is a hassle).As the other 1 star reviews might indicate this is just dumb deceptive marketing. Change the cover in a more visible way, or offer the means to purchase the content online. how hard could the latter be? you’d actually make customers happy.Stupid, stupid, stupid.Makes me want to avoid Hal Leonard products in future. And that’s a shame, because the content seems pretty good.

        42 people found this helpful

      23. Steve Brosnan –

        Helpful for beginners

        I am using this book to learn to play the guitar (a challenge at my age-senior). The book is helpful-it seems to go at the right pace and includes interesting songs from a variety of genres. I like the fact that it uses mostly music notation instead of tabs- it helps to learn to read music. Only regret is that it doesn’t come with the Cds.

        9 people found this helpful

      24. Meagan H. –

        Great instruction/lesson book for learners

        Very good book for learning to play the guitar. Me, my son, and my niece all used this same book and we all really liked it. It is very easy to understand.

      25. Chuck’sTravels –

        Very thorough

        Exactly what I was looking for. I’ve been teaching myself to play and using a lot of online courses but there is nothing that compares to starting from scratch and learning the proper way. This book does not spend a lot of time on form but it does provide the rudimentary basics beginning with basic notes and music reading. If I am ever able to master everything this book has to offer I will not only be able to play guitar, I will be a musician.

        4 people found this helpful

      26. Chris –

        Binding needs to be better quality

        The binding is very weak. I had to replace it almost immediately and that’s kind of annoying. Wish they’d fix that as my guitar teacher stated it happens to most of his students.(I’ve purchased both the print edition and the kindle edition when I lost the printed version)

        One person found this helpful

      27. BPW –

        I would highly recommend this book to anyone that want to learn to …

        I would highly recommend this book to anyone that want to learn to play the guitar!!! I have been playing acoustic Guitar for several years using tabs.. I decided i would like to learn to read music and play it on my guitar…. This book makes reading music and playing it super easy!!! You learn the notes one string at a time, at your own pace…. And it don’t stop there you learn chords,strumming(something i had problems with) and more. I have other lesson books that don’t come anywhere close to comparing to this book…

        2 people found this helpful

      28. Zeus R –

        Guitar Hero

        Easy read. Works better if you have a guitar.

      29. George S. –

        Great beginner guitar book!

        Great beginner guitar book, especially for those who want to learn to read notes not just tabs. It also has a code at the front that lets you access mp3 files to play along with the songs included.

      30. Steve Freides –

        The Best, Most Complete Basic Guitar Method Book

        I have been teaching guitar for more than 40 years, and over those years I spent a lot of time with a couple of other popular guitar methods, specifically Alfred’s Basic Guitar and the similarly titled book published by Mel Bay.In my opinion, the Hal Leonard guitar method is more complete than any of its competitors. I used to teach chords on my own, and strumming and finger picking techniques, and leave the book to teach note reading, but the Hal Leonard book does it all and, most importantly, it seems to introduce new things at the right times in the student’s development.

        5 people found this helpful

      31. gaby –

        okay

        starts off with music notation very confusing! would personally not recommend for beginners unless you have someone educated helping you. still seems good for others, not for me though!

      32. Jaidon –

        Great method for teachers to use!

        I use this and the Mel Bay books to teach beginner students (they are very similar methods, but each set of books include different examples to choose from when teaching). I have no complaints, though I do recommend using these books and supplementing them with your own exercises when teaching.

        2 people found this helpful

      33. GG-MA –

        Practice and Self-Guided Studies

        Great for both my Millennial young career adult child that studied piano already and the pre-teen son of a neighbor (guitarist)!

        2 people found this helpful

      34. Ian Cheg –

        Where the notes are on the fret board.

        The book had everything I needed at my stage of learning. Precise and not too wordy. By the time I work my way through the book I should be a good player of the guitar.

      35. bryan g. –

        technical acuracy

        easy to understand. an area that is often not approached by aspiring musicians probably because it can appear daunting, not attractive to the weekender. But can be the most important element for the long term, and rich friendship music can have in store for anyone seeking a buddy.

        3 people found this helpful

      36. Steve Stillwell –

        Great book for beginner guitarists.

        I bought this book to learn how to play the acoustic guitar. When I scheduled my first lesson, I asked the instructor what book I should buy for lessons. This is the book he uses. Very straight forward book. Glad I have it.

        One person found this helpful

      37. Bob –

        Excellent quality.

        Just starting on the guitar and this is the first book I’ve used. Really like it so far.

      38. Gerardo –

        A must have in your collection

        A very complete method, covers a very wide variety of topics, can be used as a stand alone method or can be seen as a reference tool.Amazon didnt provide audio, didnt work, so I contacted Hal Leonard and next day they provided me mp3 files.

        2 people found this helpful

      39. It’s all in the feet –

        Excellent book for beginning guitarist, and for other players needing music reading practice

        This book is good for kids and adults alike. Goes nice and easy, nothing too complicated, but still covers all the basics. Would highly recommend for anyone just beginning to play guitar. It’s also a great refresher for those who have been playing chords awhile, but never learned to read music. I’ve been playing guitar for 8 years, but mostly chords. I never really practiced reading music. My son is now taking lessons, and his teacher uses this book. I’m now learning along with my son. It’s never too late to teach an old dog a new trick!

        3 people found this helpful

      40. maxine yeager –

        All levels of learning

        Best overall guitar learning book

      41. Amazon Customer –

        Great start

        Great for beginner, easy to follow.

      42. elizabeth w –

        Great book

        really useful for beginners

      43. Amazon Customer –

        Review

        This book is excellent for beginners

      44. JackJack –

        Book opens all the way and lays flat.

        Great having three thin books all together on a binder that opens all the way on the music stand.

      45. Robert L Guzman –

        She says it’s very good and easy to use

        Bought as a gift for my grandchild . She says it’s very good and easy to use .

        One person found this helpful

      46. Missy –

        Great beginner series

        I love this collection of books.it is a compilation of three method books in one.

      47. Madhav Desabhotla –

        Really good book

        All 3 volumes in one is ready good. A good book for a learner

      48. Helen –

        Still using the book but a bit disappointed that the book1

        Still using the book but a bit disappointed that the book1,2,3 edition does not include a CD or a digital code as mentioned in some of the product comments.

        One person found this helpful

      49. Kare R.N. –

        Otherwise it looked really good.

        I had toreturn this item there was no DVD to accompany it. Otherwise it looked really good.

      50. Anay –

        Money Well Spent!

        Awesome! Says its used but looks very new 🙂 On google play book 1 is more than this, and this is book 1, 2, and 3.

      51. ranjanty –

        Guitar course which is very practical and easy to learn

        He really goes in depth into theory if that’s what your looking for. I also bought Justin’s. Guitar course which is very practical and easy to learn.

        2 people found this helpful

      52. C. adams –

        no audio support for this book

        there is no audio for this version making it useless. Amazon didn’t make this clear so i bought a guitasr book i can’t learn from

      53. Robert D. Heffley –

        Well laid out, easy to understand

        Easy to learn from

      54. USALAS –

        Great buy! Great Price!

        I’ve only been using this book a few days and I’m several lessons, notes, songs, chords and notes in! It teaches you quickly and easily! Having never played guitar before this week, I have complete confidence that this was the right purchase for a beginner.

        4 people found this helpful

      55. Andy Anderson –

        Great Book

        Product arrived fast.. packaging excellent…All the lesson’s are planned perfectly..

      56. Louise Teutschman –

        Great review books for those with a musical background

        Good, basic instructions. Easy to understand

      57. Amazon Customer –

        I recommend this book

        I am swinging for four weeks in Internet. So many information, but only confusing. This book is a path I can rely on. This is my first experience with guitar. And the book has become my second best mate (after the guitar) on this journey.

        2 people found this helpful

      58. S. Early –

        Great for a beginner adult

        I am adult beginning guitar player and I purchased this book as a supplement to the book my instructor required. I really like this book. It is a great introduction for those who don’t know the names of the strings or how to play notes and chords. I highly recommend the book for a new student wanted to start with the basics to learn guitar.

        3 people found this helpful

      59. Ray Schwartz –

        Good instructional guitar book series (in one volume)

        Most cost effective way to get a beginner to intermediate guitar course in book form.

        One person found this helpful

      60. REN MIAO –

        three books in one

        contains all three books and cheaper than buying three separately. good value!

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      Essential Elements for Strings – Book 2

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      Essential Elements for Strings – Book 2

      $8.00

      SKU: 0634052659 Category:

      60 reviews for Essential Elements for Strings – Book 2

      1. blanca –

        Strong cover and thick pages.

        I bought this product for my son to use for his violin clases. The book cover is strong and steady, the pages it’s self are thick enough to handle a boys careless flips.

      2. RideUtah –

        As described

        The book arrived exactly as described and in new condition. This is the one my daughter needed for her violin class at a lower price than other places.

      3. Alicia Havranek –

        Great Series!

        This book and the ones in the series are just great for beginners! I took a few violin lessons but I am basically having to teach myself. Easy to follow and the CD is great! If you are new to the violin, get a book with a CD. I’m still on book #1 and have been for the past 2 months. I finally busted out the CD and wow, why didn’t I do it sooner! So helpful to hear the music and then play along and alone. Helps a lot and you really start to learn how to train your ear. I would highly recommend this book and #1 and 3 in the series.

        4 people found this helpful

      4. JRM –

        Not a big fan…

        I played through books 1, 2, and 3 and this is my honest opinion. While book 3 is a little different than books 1 and 2 in that it has more scales and technique studies, all 3 books are pretty similar. What I don’t like about these books is this: The exercises and songs you learn on one string are the same for all the strings. This makes it too easy to fall into playing from memory rather than by actually learning the notes on the fingerboard. You know how the exercise is supposed to sound because you have played it several times before so you just make the right sounds. I guess I am kind of old school in that I would prefer more note reading than these books offer. I am not saying that playing by ear is not a good thing, I am just saying that these books kind of fail in the “learning the notes well” department. JMHO

        3 people found this helpful

      5. Dimiter –

        Essentials will help a lot

        Essential Elements for Violin (and for other string instruments) are extremely useful. I got part 1 and after that part 2. Just by myself I learned the basics of the violin in a level, that I can prepare myself to play almost everything that I would. It was as a joke, but my wife order the violin for my son. but he decided to play cello, because was BIG. so the violin was sitting a while till I got Essential Element Book 1. when I started learning I realized how enjoyable and insparational was set up that manual. So, that book hook me up and now I’m playing violin.As a last word for the I can say: It is extremely intelligent way to learn violin. Highly recommend.

        11 people found this helpful

      6. Ariel Perry –

        As an adult I am trying to expand my musical knowledge and this has been a great help! It comes with all kinds of tips …

        Essential Elements is what I used to learn music in band as a kid. As an adult I am trying to expand my musical knowledge and this has been a great help! It comes with all kinds of tips and tricks as well as access to their website which gives the lessons online! It is a valuable resource for learning how to play an instrument! I bought all 3 volumes for Violin.

        6 people found this helpful

      7. Momma knows –

        Great lessons!

        We needed this for my child’s violin lesson. My only complaint is she uses it to much and pages do eventually come out. Maybe they can work on that. Other than that it’s a great book for learning quick.

        2 people found this helpful

      8. tool man –

        Great book

        Great book

      9. AllaGudumacAllaGudumac –

        Arrived with deformation

        The media could not be loaded.

         The book looks like new, however it has cover deformation.What made me unhappy:(

        One person found this helpful

      10. Karen M –

        Good book with plenty of songs

        Good book with plenty of songs. We are about to order the CD to accompany it, as it doesn’t come with it, but you can either download it, order it online or use the postcard to order it (for the price of postage). The CD’s contents are on the book’s back cover. My son will need this for school next year, so having it for the summer to practice with will only help!

      11. Krysta R –

        Makes u feel like a superstar

        I ordered volume 1-2 of this and also the Suzuki method and u gotta say this is BY FAR the best! I like how I can log into my library online with the activation code on book to play along to songs. Seriously, it’s amazing. U can also ordere the cd, but what’s the point! Just play it on your iPhone or laptop (I use my iPhone and sound bar via Bluetooth and play along)It’s so awesome. I’m 30 and self teaching and I definatelu recommend it

        7 people found this helpful

      12. Davis Rodriguez –

        ALWAYS GREAT

        ALWAYS GREAT JUST ONE OF THE BOOKS CODE DOES NOT WORK ONLINE LOOKS LIKE SOMEONE USED IT ALREADY.

      13. Libby DeSotel –

        Quality instruction

        Love buying my children new books-it means they are advancing! This book follows right where book 1 left off. Great instruction and good illustrations to assist practicing at home.

      14. Kimble –

        As advertised, fair price

        We needed this book for lessons and youth orchestra so I won’t comment on content (Though it seems good) but the price and convenience of getting it here quickly was great!

      15. Robert C. Koehler –

        just what I wanted

        good series

      16. Kevin & Kellie Ventroni –

        Essential elements-violin

        Exactly what we needed and was delivered when it was suppose to.

      17. freda.y –

        good book for beginner

        good book for violin beginner

      18. Jennifer E. –

        These books are great for some one self teaching

        I wanted to learn to play violin and cant afford lessons so I bought both these books. They were very helpful. My violin I bought from cicilio came with a book but it was to hard for an an absalute beginner. These books are great for some one self teaching.

        2 people found this helpful

      19. G –

        very, very good

        the CDs/DVDs that come with this are pretty useless- if you are a complete beginner you really do need a teacher, there is just no substitute for that, but these books are a great tool. I hadn’t played in almost 8 years and was able to play decently again using these books as my only re-teaching tool in less than a week (but some things you just never really forget). If your teacher/tutor wants you to buy this- or you are brave enough to learn on your own- don’t think twice about buying these books, just do it!!

        2 people found this helpful

      20. JENNIFER CASSIMAN –

        6th grade violin book

        Fast delivery just in time for my daughters class. Great job!

      21. Brenda Perez –

        Essential elements for strings book

        It nicely book and no scratch or damage.

      22. M! –

        Good

        This book came in great shape. No folds, marks, scuffs. Love this book to work through! I reccomend.

        2 people found this helpful

      23. Eddie Man –

        Great book well worth it

        If you’ve begun in the EE Book 1, this book is the logical next step. Great music materials, lots of helpful hints

        One person found this helpful

      24. Joyce –

        It’s what she needs

        Perfect for what she needs at school

      25. Dani Arteri –

        Great series, but Book 2 CD does not have all the songs!

        At the time I write this review, I have been teaching myself violin for about 6 months. I have used the Essential Elements series and am thrilled with how easy to navigate and thorough they are. Book 1 teaches you the basics; Book 2 has been a good follow-up, but not a whole lot of new material is introduced. This book reviews the info learned in Book 1, teaches you how to play flat notes (whereas Book 1 covers the sharps), has some fun “performance” songs near the end, and very briefly covers sliding to another position and playing chords at the very end of the book.One thing that was frustrating to me- the CD that comes with the book does NOT have all of the tracks to play along with. Those CDs are one reason why I love this series- since I’m teaching myself, being able to play along with “backup” helps me make sure I’m playing the correct notes and corrects me if my timing is off. I was practicing one day, and all of a sudden my CD stopped because it ran out of tracks; I was only 1/3 to 1/2 way through the book!!! It was very frustrating that it is not mentioned in the description that you need to purchase the additional CD for all of the songs. The CD is found here: 

        Essential Elements 2000 for Strings (Play-Along CD Set, Book 2)

        So, 4 stars for needing to purchase additional materials without much warning (I might let Amazon know though, so I can see if they’ll add it to the description), and also because not a whole lot of new stuff is brought up in the book. However, it is still an excellent series, and I would not be where I am now in terms of learning the violin without Essential Elements 2000!

        26 people found this helpful

      26. EUGENIA SHOOK –

        TONS FOR YOU MONEY

        once i got the book and started using, i see why it has been around forever. it is the best for self- or instructional-teaching. I gives the violinist the basic information needed to succeed. Of course, any one achieving mastery always turns to video, tutors, and more, but for someone trying to pick up the violin in a at-home setting can easily do so with this book. shares theory, techniques, scales and an evolving tutorial to understand what to do, terms to use and practical pieces to play. Very well written compared to others I have looked at.

        One person found this helpful

      27. D’asia Denise –

        Awesome Information!

        I purchased this product because I wanted to teach myself how to play theViolin. I thought this would be a good option because it was a beginners series . I used to play the clarinet, so I already know a lot about music. I was inspired to learn by Lindsey stirling on YouTube. When I recieved the book it was in good condition. All the pages were perfectly intact and nothing was missing. My order was delivered a lot faster than I expected. The book also was a lot bigger than I thought that it would be. The content in the book is very useful. It’s a pretty good series and if you don’t know how to play this would be good for you! I don’t think a advanced player would benefit much from this book. I was also impressed because it was so informational but affordable. All in all I would recommend this book to anyone who is a learner. You would probably also benefit from getting a teacher. If your in a school band this can be something extra you use as a study guide.

        One person found this helpful

      28. Amazon Customer –

        Lesson book

        I understand that many instructors love this series, but I found ABCs of Violin a bit better for self study. The CDs are nice to hear what it is you are supposed to sound like and to play along with after you get the piece down. Do get both book 1 and 2 if this is the series you are going to use. Once you get going, it doesn’t take long to want more pieces to play that you like. I play every piece in the book, but I play the pieces I like much more often for practice. If you push yourself you can get through book 1 and 2 in less than 2 months. Do get the books with both the CD and DVDs, they are a big help.It may take hours of practice but when you start playing songs (pieces) you like it is a ball. I’m at 3 months now and am starting to learn Vivaldi’s Spring, and a number of Fiddle tunes. Bach’s Jesu (full solo version (advanced)) is still giving me fits, but I have just started learning second and third posistions.I find the advanced Fiddle books teach, or at least make you learn, double stops much more than many of the violin lesson books.Good luck and enjoy.

        25 people found this helpful

      29. EstherEsther –

        Perfect!

        I’m not sure if this was meant to be included or not but I actually am happy you left this sheet music ! Gives me something new to play thank you 😊

        One person found this helpful

      30. Matt Cates –

        Just what I remembered it being!

        This is a great book for learning, I was in advanced with book three but I haven’t played in 8 yrs so I got the intermediate book 2 again and I remember everything like it was back in middle school

      31. Amazon Customer –

        Perfect for 8th grade!

        Son loves it.

      32. James B. –

        No tabs here

        Good second book. This series emphasizes reading music, not relying on tabs.

      33. Huong LeHuong Le –

        Essential elements for strings BK2

        It is very good book for my nephew. Thank you very much.

      34. Makda –

        Packaging

        This book was for my daughter. She loves it. I’m happy that the book came like new and packaging was perfect and clean.

      35. Margaret Hoagland –

        It is straightforward and easy to understand

        I taught myself how to play the violin using this series. It is straightforward and easy to understand. I would highly recommend lessons as well, but this book will teach you all the basic things you need to know.

        9 people found this helpful

      36. Lora Salazar –

        Book is required by class.

        This book is required by Orchestra class.

      37. Llerena –

        Really good

        Helps you learn the violin really well you can go to a bad player to a good one in a year

      38. Jerry E. Semler –

        New Violinist

        I am a student who is just finishing Essential Elements 2000, Book 1. This is the series that my instructor likes to use. If you purchase the Essential Elements 2000 Violin Book 2 Bk/CD you will also want to purchase the Elements 2000 for Strings (Play-Along CD Set, Book 2) as not all of the songs in Book 2 are on the companion CD.

        One person found this helpful

      39. Kitty –

        Good.

        This is good for anyone new, its very easy to understand.

      40. Yi –

        Good book

        Recommended by our middle school orchestra teacher. A good book

      41. Mohamed –

        Very good

        Good book

      42. Brigette –

        great

        The CDs are nice to hear what it is you are supposed to sound like and to play along with after you get the piece down. Do get both book 1 and 2 if this is the series you are going to use. Once you get going, it doesn’t take long to want more pieces to play that…

      43. E. Moyer –

        your own personal backup band

        The CD that comes with this book gives you your own personal backup band. The software you can install on your computer lets you decide the tempo…slow as you try to master the tune and faster as your playing improves. With this method you can hear what the notes are supposed to sound like and learn the correct timing of the tune.

        2 people found this helpful

      44. Amit B Jain –

        That everything was awesome

        All good. For my child’s strings/orchestra class at school

      45. jenny elizalde –

        I teach violin and this is perfect for beginners

        I teach violin and this is perfect for beginners. Quality of the book is very good and would definitely recommend. The price is spot on.

      46. Lutfia San –

        How about what a violin sounds like when playing each song

        Bought Book 1, 2, and 3.I wish the sample songs/music available online were that of one instrument. How about what a violin sounds like when playing each song? That would have been nice.

        2 people found this helpful

      47. Li Z.Li Z. –

        Books good

        I paid for the two books

      48. GeorgeT. Branch –

        I thing I find fundamental is the violin specific instructions …

        I thing I find fundamental is the violin specific instructions. Im a pianists and I already No scales and some pieces

      49. Rebecca Niles –

        Good

        Its good

      50. Deborah D. Johnson –

        Great for you or your students.

        These are the perfect instructional books and I use them for my students too. Never disappointed.

      51. Alexander C. –

        Wow exclt technique book

        EElements is my favorite Violin book. I had studied using severals methods as Suzuki for example, that I found a little boring.But this book, and the EE series are just exclt. First the book are design for a easy comprehension and guide you in your day-to-day study. The CD is performed by a real orquestra, its an exception in the Hal Leonard books that are usually performance using synthesizer.The EE series for violin is very good option in your violin study. Totally recommended Much better that Suzuki

      52. Phyl Y. –

        get this

        This is one that many teachers are using – its easy to understand.

      53. JRA –

        Great book

        Fast delivery. Good quality. Excellent book.

      54. Ray Ruballos –

        lowered expectations

        I didn’t know how to play the violin before. Now that I have this book I still don’t but I feel better about myself for buying the book to pretend to play.

        2 people found this helpful

      55. B-randon –

        Arrived as described

        Came in great shape. It was the exact music book my daughters music teacher requested.

      56. Randy Slick –

        These books bring me along nicely. All I need to do is open them …

        These books bring me along nicely. All I need to do is open them up and play the pieces in order. I’m happy to be able to learn to read and play music for the violin and get good practice reading music at these early levels so trouble free, I’m really looking forward to progressing to the more expert levels.

        One person found this helpful

      57. Ramon Briones –

        Good book

        Good book if you’re kids are learning the violin

      58. Love my violins –

        Good teaching tool

        I am a beginner adult violinist. Good book – easy to learn from. I recommend it.

      59. Pat K –

        Good starter book

        According to my daughter, who really uses this book: She felt that it’s a good starter book. This was a book that they used in orchestra at her elementary school. She wanted to continue learning, and since she was familiar with this book decided to get it. It provides her with examples and also a cd for her to hear how it should sound.

        One person found this helpful

      60. chel2305 –

        Great Buy!

        Purchased this for my daughter after she finished Book 1. She is 10 and has been playing the violin since she was 7. Essential Elements for Strings has been helped her learn a lot of music stuff.

        6 people found this helpful

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    • Books

      Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 2

      $7.00       Buy now

      Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 2

      $7.00

      SKU: 1423416171 Category:

      60 reviews for Hal Leonard Ukulele Method Book 2

      1. Thomas V. Inman –

        What my wife used to learn the uke….

        From “Twinkle, twinkle little star,” to “Michelle,” I can hear amazing progress in the other room. She has used the book learning to play beautifully. Easy to follow because of tableture and music, so she is learning how to read music. Unlike many “how to” books, the layout is user friendly and contains the variety she was looking for. As a guitar player myself, some of the advanced arrangements are easily transferred, so we can pick and strum together. A good buy, even without the CD.

        11 people found this helpful

      2. Michael L. –

        Not as advanced as I expected

        Ukulele lessons

      3. Drowsy Mary –

        Not as Good as Book One

        I thought this wasn’t has good as Book 1. I couldn’t use several of the songs included for practice. The book included the lyrics and chords for these, without the score, so I had no idea how the melody went. There were other songs with their scores and the instruction was just as good as Book 1. If you like the Hal Leonard Method, you will find the book useful, but be prepared for a little frustration.

        2 people found this helpful

      4. Gerry –

        Overall I am enjoying this book.

        I really like the audio access. Some of the music staffs have missing lines so hard to determine correct notes. I like being able to zoom the chord pics.

        3 people found this helpful

      5. Amazon Customer –

        Kindle version doesn’t have audio

        I bought book one and the audio was embedded. I liked it so I went ahead and bought book two even though I am not ready for it yet.The audio is not embedded in this book and there is no code to access the audio. The content is probably as good as book one but you really need the audio as a beginner. I regret this purchase.According to the Hal Leonard website the audio content should be embedded by the vendor so it looks like Amazon screwed this up. I will update if I find out how to get the audio.

        3 people found this helpful

      6. Kim –

        Just as expected

        Just as expected , we needed this one after we finished the first one.

      7. Hope –

        Easy to follow

        I haven’t worked all the way through this book but the parts I have, have been easy and very fluid to learn through. Would highly reccomend!

      8. Myrna Huichapan –

        Hal Leonard Method book 2

        I have had a Uke for some time but finally decided it was time to learn it and Hal Leonard help me accomplish some of that because his way of learning was easy to understand and the lessons helped me to achieve some very good knowledge about my Uke. If you are a beginner this is the set of books to begin with. Good luck you all future Uke players!

        3 people found this helpful

      9. Sarah Sizemore Tilley –

        Another great book

        A very helpful book in bettering ukulele skills!

      10. Bella –

        Helpful book.

        I finished book one.. but will continue to refer to it often still. This is a good continuation of the first book and I would recommend to anyone wanting to learn Ukulele and music.

        4 people found this helpful

      11. mary –

        Five Stars

        Easiest way I’ve found to learn more than chords. I can now play melody as well.

        4 people found this helpful

      12. George –

        Could be helpful but certainly not a “method” at all!

        I didn’t see any method in the “Method..” – it’s a bunch of scores loosely attached to various subjects like hammer-ons, pull-off and like, but 90% it’s picking notes and nothing else, no strumming, no picking patterns, let alone chord-notes melody or different musical genresThe bottom line, it could give you some additional ideas when you’re already good with the instrument, but don’t try to use it as a self-teach book, go straight for “Ukulele for Dummies” if you really want to understand the instrument

      13. Mrs. Dish –

        I am happy I purchased.

        Very good book!

      14. Amazon Customer –

        Five Stars

        Have several of these books and they are all great..

      15. Grand Rapids Michigan –

        HAL LEONARD UKULELE METHOD BOOK 2

        This is tougher than book 1. I am taking my time to get thru book 1. This is well done. If you are an intermediate uke player maybe this is for you.

        One person found this helpful

      16. Daniel –

        Quality beginning uke playe8

        Great advice

      17. Amazon Customer –

        Five Stars

        Book was as expected. Book arrived on time.

      18. David Edward Hudson –

        Four Stars

        Good tuition books

      19. Mauricio Graminhani –

        Five Stars

        Perfect, but it was not said that the disc would no come with the book.

        One person found this helpful

      20. Student –

        Good beginner series.

        This is a good beginner series (book 1 + 2). One of the best.

      21. Lisa Q. Rand –

        Poor to no instructions

        Lots of holes in the instructions full pages of things that have close to no explanation and just don’t make sense. Went through the first book just fine this one is hateful. Not even worth $7.00 Skip it!!!

      22. Daria –

        great book, thanks

        Fast shipping, great book, thanks!

      23. clalien1 –

        Three Stars

        Teaches method for people who read music.

      24. Darling Clementine –

        Go Lil’ Rev

        Continues Bk. 1. Should be part of a ukulele library. Good for making the instrument accessible. Goes well with Bk 1.

        One person found this helpful

      25. Michael E. Califfsr –

        Uke Book,good one

        These Uke Books are great for beginners and are a logical progression in their use.I find them to be quite easy to learn from and the DVD’s included are a much wanted feature.

      26. Donald –

        Great sequel to book 1. I got a new respect for ukulele from this book. Thanks

        Worthy of his great ukulele book 1.

        One person found this helpful

      27. rjbarr –

        great instruction book

        Shipped fast, great instructional book. Was able to start playing uke right away.

      28. Barbara Dahlberg –

        Five Stars

        Love Little Rev, he is a good teacher with clear instructions and guides.

        One person found this helpful

      29. juanita babcock –

        Five Stars

        Will be using it soon.

      30. lee speiser –

        Five Stars

        Good service, good price

      31. akitaken –

        Five Stars

        well-graded good uke book.

      32. Kindle Customer –

        uke

        This is the book that I have been waiting for it has alot of good stuff inside. Get it now.

        One person found this helpful

      33. Wayne –

        Five Stars

        Good book. Now I have to practice and use the information.

      34. Very Pleased! –

        Wonderful learning tool.

        Wonderful learning tool.

      35. Bob Sullivan –

        NOT FOR DGBE BARITONE UKE!

        It is not mentioned in the description anywhere but this book is NOT for DGBE Baritone tuning!

      36. David Mc –

        The book is ok, the songs are boring and outdated

        New cover on some very old and outdated songs – not too inspiring but you can get some good bits of info from this book

        4 people found this helpful

      37. Amazon Customer –

        Five Stars

        The book is fine.

      38. D. Zanter –

        Ok

        This book is ok. Not too bad for the price, however I was hoping for more “Hawaiian” instructions on how to play the uke.

        3 people found this helpful

      39. rwalker –

        Good for adults, not suitable for children

        Good for adults but not suitable for children due to the subject matter of some of the songs. “I plunged a knife into her breast” (Banks of the Ohio), fighting and drinking (Sloop John B), drinking (Rye Whiskey), going to jail (Pay Me My Money Down). imprisonment (Worried Man Blues), etc. This is the classic material of folk music and nothing wrong with it, but it is not for kids. For my younger uke students, I like Everybody’s Ukulele Method by Ukulele Mike Lynch.

      40. Phillip J. Keller –

        Five Stars

        Good book.

      41. Kayakgirl grl –

        A perfect follow-up to book one.

        I had wanted to learn chord families and picking to play leads and solos and this book covers that in an easy to follow manner.

      42. Jim –

        Finishing Second Book

        I’m not much of a judge of musical method books but I’ve finished book one and almost this second book and I am learning to play the ukulele. I’ve moved on to sheet music for songs that I’m interested in and that is fun. Most of these “method” books use old public domain music that is not very interesting. There are some online sources for specific songs with uke notation for very reasonable prices. Just look for sheet music.I think that both books of this series have been very useful. There is also a “chord finder” book in the series that is probably worth your consideration.Uke on!

        3 people found this helpful

      43. Kimberly –

        Very happy with my purchase

        All the Hal Leonard books I have purchased over the years have been exactly what was described. They are written in a way that makes them easy to understand. They progress from easy to more challenging songs in a logical manner. I will keep buying from this author for years to come.

        3 people found this helpful

      44. M. R. Taylor –

        A lot to learn here, but some missed opportunities.

        After playing through book one of this method in the morning, I took the opportunity to play through book two in the afternoon. The format is the same as book one, and continues where it left off.The Pros, Weakness and Cons for this Ukulele Method:*Continues to have you pluck traditional melodies, learning new keys, notes and bits of theory as you go.*Continues to include traditional notation & tablature for most of the pieces.*Teaches you three major moveable chords, very useful information. The author does not, however, back this up with much practicle application (though there are dozens possible).*Covers hammer-ons, pull-offs and slides, but only provides one piece to reinforce these important techniques.*Covers a few new strumming patterns and techniques: Ragtime & Calypso Patterns and the Five-Finger Roll & Triplet Stroke.*Introduces the chord families of D, Bb and A as well as further exploration of minor keys. At this point, if you’re using this method, you should be used to the fast pace of learning new, sometimes difficult chords.As with the first volume, I think this is an excellent introduction to melodic picking, but does not fully capitolize on the opportunity to add harmonic counterpoint and other techniques of melodic soloing on the instrument. Chording continues to move along at a fast pace, but that is just the author’s approach – though I’d prefer a more gradual approach, with more reinforcement of the principles introduced (a lot of lost opportunity here). However, if you choose this method and follow through with it, you will learn a lot that you can apply to whatever music you choose to learn later on.M Ryan TaylorUkulelePlay.com

        50 people found this helpful

      45. Rex C. Becker –

        Most Effective & Cost Effective Training

        Hal ZLeonard are the best source of instruction. I am a VA patient who uses these quality books for Music Therapy!! I would not use any other brand.

        One person found this helpful

      46. Dale R. Palmer –

        Great Way to Start

        I like the size of the printed music and the fact that it has tablature along with the melody line and also the ukulele chords (and words). It is easy to follow, well written, and a quality book to get started. I play guitar so the chords and strumming came easily. This book starts with melody playing and helps me learn the location of the notes on the strings. It is a quality product. I also bought book 1. Together they cover most of the commonly used keys.

        5 people found this helpful

      47. Pretzelcityusa –

        Love Lil Rev!!

        Lil Rev is an excellent teacher, so you can’t go wrong with any of his books. They are fun and user friendly.

        One person found this helpful

      48. Jim Hickey –

        Good follow up from Book 1

        Good follow up from book 1, however, you really have to have a good grasp of ALL the material in Book 1 before diving into this. Lots of theory is covered and it’s pacing is good. I teach a lot of youngsters and prefer not to teach them in method books with TAB. I get around this by not telling them how to read it HAHA! If there was a TAB free versions of this book I would give it 5 stars.

        11 people found this helpful

      49. Steplander –

        Needs a better song selection

        I use this book to teach my students.I wish it didn’t have so many religious based songs, but beyond the need for a better song selection it’s a good lesson book.

        2 people found this helpful

      50. Lisa –

        Like Method Book 1

        Like Method Book 1, I was skeptical about this method book, but this was just a reminder to me to not judge a book by its size. Every page of this 50 page book is chock full of lessons and songs that progress as you learn. This is a MUST for a new ukulele player.

        2 people found this helpful

      51. Jackson Dunes –

        A Really Good Start

        I bought both books in this series and they really offer a good start. Simple and basic instructions in an easy to follow format. The books are a little over-sized but that makes them easy to read. The songs are presented in both notation and tab so even a novice can play songs right away.

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      52. Lilly G –

        Four Stars

        Fine

        One person found this helpful

      53. Uncle Kimo –

        Reference book

        If you have some background already with music and or the ukulele this will be of some help. Always good to have to refer back to when the old memory fades.

      54. October –

        Only book. No CD.

        Some of the reviews stated this book had a CD that came with it but it doesn’t. Other than that it is a great book.

      55. Gina –

        simple way to learn uke

        bought the method books 1 and 2 and the easy songs book. super easy to follow and learn. reasonably priced.

        One person found this helpful

      56. William –

        Four Stars

        Good book for beginners

        One person found this helpful

      57. Ranger –

        Just what I needed

        The book is a continuation of book one (e.g., more cords, great new strumming and finger picking styles, additional songs, etc.). Along with the CD, it’s just fantastic for teaching what you need to know. It’s an essential tool for a beginner like me.

      58. ShannyBanany –

        Great learning tool!

        We had such great luck with Book 1, we ordered Book 2 and lessons are coming along wonderfully. I also ordered Easy Songs for Ukulele Supplementary Songbook, which my 11 yo daughter LOVES. These books were recommended by her instructor – highly reecommend!

        One person found this helpful

      59. Renee Hoffman –

        Hal Leonard is the best

        I started with the Hal Leonard Uke Method book 1. so the book 2 continues. Movable chords and continuation of learning new chords with songs.

      60. Ed The Techy –

        Great for learning the Uke

        I bought all the books in the series. Great for learning the Uke. This is just such a fun instrument. Much easier then playing the guitar.

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      Alfred’s Basic Guitar Method, Bk 2

      $7.00       Buy now

      Alfred’s Basic Guitar Method, Bk 2

      $7.00

      SKU: 0739048902 Category:

      27 reviews for Alfred’s Basic Guitar Method, Bk 2

      1. Cara H. –

        Highly recommend this method

        My son has studied guitar for the past 3 years. He finds the Alfred’s Basic Method challenges him and allows him to progress in his playing.. The level 2 book continues to introduce new notes, chords and scales. There are solos, duets and accompaniments. Alfred is noted for being a fast paced and complete teaching method. I would have to agree with that assessment. My son started playing young so his teacher started with 2 more basic methods. This method continues to challenge my son and move him forward in his guitar playing ability.

        2 people found this helpful

      2. D. Nagel –

        went from the alfreds kids level 3 to this book …

        went from the alfreds kids level 3 to this book. A little more difficult than i was hoping, but my 6 yr old can do it.

        One person found this helpful

      3. F. Sasso –

        Serious Learning Only

        I am relearning the Guitar after a 30 year break. I worked through the first book in this series and am now on the second. 30 years ago I didn’t pay much attention to learning the actual music I just memorized chords and played by ear. These books are excellent for learning all aspects of the method of playing guitar. It is a slower and harder process than just learning Guitar Tab but it is worth it if you have the time. I am actually doing both and I find that what I have picked up in the Alfred’s book helps incredibly even when playing from Tab.

        8 people found this helpful

      4. Jen Magness –

        Great beginner guitar book

        Great book for my son learning guitar. He likes the songs which keeps him interested. Very useful.

      5. Kathy M. –

        Great if you are able to read sheet music

        I would simply advise people 1) Be careful with your clicks 2) Make a copy of your order at checkout. I was going to purchase Alfred’s Book 1 because I’m a complete newbie to guitar. The “bundled offer” included a Book 2 and a Book 1 & 2. Wow, two volumes in one, a no-brainer right? So that’s what I thought I ‘clicked’ to put in my cart. Yesterday I received Book 2 which is basically a book of sheet music with minimal instructions. A perfectly good book for people who knows how to read music, but not much use to someone lacking basic skills. The book arrived in perfect condition and of acceptable quality for the low cost.

        One person found this helpful

      6. brian c –

        Guitar book 2

        Guitar book 2 good for learning how to play

      7. Daniel Stephens –

        Alfred’s is a great way to learn

        I have enjoyed using this method for learning guitar. It would be best to have a teacher, however I don’t have the schedule to allow learning at a set time. With Alfred’s books I have been able to slowly but surely progress on my own.

        One person found this helpful

      8. Jenn –

        Five Stars

        Great book. My son loves it.

        One person found this helpful

      9. A K –

        Good audio but poor packing.

        Good audio but poor packing also no track list.

      10. Amazon Customer –

        Five Stars

        Easy to understand..

      11. impala3400 –

        Easy to learn

        Bought as gift for a friend. He loves it.

      12. SJB –

        This is a great book. I’ve used it with many students

        This is a great book. I’ve used it with many students; however, this appears to be a cheap reproduction. The stickers on the back are pictures of stickers. The cover is not glossy like the original and the inside is all black and white with no color. Another student who ordered one for herself through Amazon got the same fake.

        5 people found this helpful

      13. C. Blackburn –

        Husband likes it.

        Purchased for my husband. He is a beginning guitar player, he loves it.

      14. L. Horseman –

        Alfred’s Basic Guitar Method – Book 2

        Very good. It provides the excellent instruction of the other Alfred’s series of guitar books. It picks upwhere book 1 left off.

      15. DuArte –

        Five Stars

        Great deal!..

      16. Darrence –

        One Star

        Okay to read but learned better through YouTube, will need to take lessons.

      17. Frenchie –

        Challenging experience

        I bought this book recommendation of my daughter’s guitar teacher. She is starting her fourth year of private guitar lessons (she’s 11) and has gone through the three youth manuals that were available. We got this one just before she left for summer vacation so she’d have something new to work on before she came back to lessons in the fall. Working through it on her own was definitely a challenge for her (she had difficulties playing with the CD, mainly because she couldn’t keep up and she was confused since some tracks have multiple parts being played and she didn’t realize she was only supposed to be playing one of them – she did not have a chance to see her teacher for any instruction after the book arrived) but she made great progress with it on her own during the summer. Upon her return, her teacher explained to her how to use the book along with the CD and she’s made great progress. It has helped her work on all facets of her playing – chords, rhythm, scales, melody, etc.

        One person found this helpful

      18. Outlawbak –

        Four Stars

        The book is most helpful.

      19. Paul Andre Lallier –

        Progression on music for learning

        A good follow up to the first volume. Not much theory. Would be nice if the audio was part of the book without extra cost.

      20. Dawn Slater –

        Easy to read

        Illustrated really well , easy to read excellent pictures and reminders about what chords you have already learnt

      21. Donald R Gowan –

        Good book to learn from

        Easy to use

      22. KAVAN SONI –

        Knowledge book

        For Guitar Learning perfect book

      23. operadiva –

        good basic method

        I have already used book 1, but I find some directions a little difficult to understand in book 2. For instance, it is not always clear which part is to be played by the teacher, and which part is to be performed by the student.

        One person found this helpful

      24. David E Evans –

        Good book

        Good product

      25. Cycling Rev –

        The Next Step

        Useful book, written in the same style as Book 1, so if you got on well with that one, this should suit you fine!

        2 people found this helpful

      26. Amazon Customer –

        Five Stars

        Exactly what was needed.

      27. Judy Howes –

        Very disappointed the ad was misleading as the book did not …

        Very disappointed the ad was misleading as the book did not look like the picture and was expecting a cd with the book

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