Designed for those in the early stages of studying classical guitar, this is part of a progressive series of ten handbooks, primarily intended for candidates considering taking the London College of Music examinations in classical guitar playing. This handbook covers all the material needed for the Grade One examination, however, even if you do not intend to take an examination, given the handbook's wide content of musical repertoire and extensive educational material, the handbook provides a structured and comprehensive method of studying classical guitar.

This handbook contains all the required pieces, scales, chords and arpeggios for the grade and also includes sections on musical knowledge, sight reading and aural ability - in fact, absolutely everything you need for this grade!

There are 12 pieces included, such as Beethoven’s ‘Ode To Joy’ and Brahms’ ‘Lullaby in G major’, as well as pieces by Tchaikovsky, Sor, Giuliani and others.