(Guitar Method). Have you always dreamed of playing the guitar? Join the millions of other musicians who have started their musical journey with the Hal Leonard Guitar Method! The second edition of this renowned method by Will Schmid and Greg Koch is a favorite among teachers for its effectiveness and ease. Students love its simple format that teaches them music fundamentals while allowing them to play songs right from the start. Book 1 covers beginner basics like tuning, easy chords (C, G, G7, D7, Em), rhythms, solos and strumming, along with a chord chart and traditional songs to build a strong foundation. But it doesn't end there! The Hal Leonard Guitar Method offers supplemental methods and songbooks to help you grow into the guitarist you aspire to be. Start your musical journey today with the Hal Leonard Guitar Method, Book 1! This deluxe beginner edition for Book 1 includes the book, online access to 48 audio tracks and 85 minutes of video lessons. Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.