Method Book 01
A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar, Book 1
A beginner classical guitar method covering music reading, fingerstyle technique, and fundamental guitar skills.
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Guitar Learning Essentials
A good learning setup does not need to be complicated. This collection brings together practical books, instruments, strings, picks, and accessories that can help guitar and ukulele students practice more comfortably at home.
Use this page as a simple starting point rather than a list of things every student must buy. The right equipment depends on the player's age, instrument, experience level, and learning goals.
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Method Book 02
A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar, Book 2
Charles Duncan's follow-up method book for students progressing beyond the beginner level, with technique, theory, and practice exercises.
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Ukulele for Kids
A beginner-friendly ukulele book featuring 45 songs along with audio and video learning materials for young students.
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Ashthorpe 38-inch Beginner Acoustic Guitar Starter Kit
A beginner acoustic guitar package that includes a gig bag, extra strings, strap, picks, and learning materials.
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Enya EUC-25D Concert Ukulele
A 23-inch concert-size ukulele with a solid mahogany top. A possible option for students who want to begin with ukulele.
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Music Paper Notebook with Guitar Chord Diagrams
Useful for writing down chord shapes, lesson notes, song ideas, exercises, and material to practice between lessons.
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D'Addario Pro-Arte Nylon Classical Guitar Strings
Normal-tension nylon classical guitar strings in a three-set package for students who need replacement strings for a classical guitar.
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Donner Guitar Picks, 16 Pack
A variety pack with thin, medium, heavy, and extra-heavy picks, allowing students to experiment with different pick thicknesses.
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Guitar Capo 2-Pack
Capos for acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, or ukulele. A useful accessory when learning songs in different keys.
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CAHAYA Folding Guitar Stand
An adjustable floor stand that gives a guitar a practical place to stay between practice sessions instead of being left on a chair or floor.
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You do not need to buy everything before starting lessons. Contact Corey if you have a question about what may be appropriate for a particular student.
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