Acoustic Guitar Grade 2

Acoustic Guitar Grade 2

based on rockschool syllabus

This is the first edition of the acoustic guitar syllabus written according to the Rockschool Acoustic Guitar Syllabus and personal teaching experience.

This book is written mostly on techniques and theories of acoustic guitar. Techniques discussed in this book include strumming, chords, counting tempo, and rhythm, etc. The explanation for each technique is provided. Theories discussed in this book include a musical note, note value, and chord formation, etc. which are essential to learning at this level.

This book provides clear guidance for students to learn and teachers to teach. It assists teachers to plan and keep track of techniques and basic theories. No songs are provided in this book as the trend of song changes in a short period, hence the book focuses on techniques and theories for contemporary music. Therefore, teachers should choose songs appropriate to the student's level. A student may select songs of their favor and try it out with the teacher. The book provides exercises on sight-reading, improvisation, scales, and listening.

This book is suitable for those who want to proceed with Rockschool Acoustic Guitar Syllabus, as well as to those who only want to learn as a hobby.