By the end of these ten lessons you"ll be confidently playing scales, improvising solos, finger picking, and strumming chords in every key. Packed with 800 photos and illustrations, and written by a guitar teacher who"s a virtuoso in his own right, this guide offers straightforward coaching that makes mastering even the complicated techniques painless. From advice on buying a guitar to adopting the correct posture, from guidance on reading tablature to music theory, beginners will find everything they need to become proficient players. Also included: a directory of more than 250 essential chords.