Special features of Mastering the Guitar Class Method include: careful grading of all material, use of both standard notation and tablature, numerous guitar ensemble pieces, the combining of music with other disciplines such as history, math, English, etc, presentation of varied musical styles as applied to the guitar, solo material from different musical periods, selections derived from various countries and cultures, graded lessons on improvising, and suggested guitar back-up and accompaniment styles.
 
This method meets current MENC national standards for music education.
 
Original version of book only. No audio or CD included, but available for purchase separately.
 
Book by William Bay and Mike Christiansen. Published by Mel Bay. Item #MB97121