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First 15 Lessons – Acoustic Guitar by Troy Nelson is the perfect starting point for absolute beginners ready to learn acoustic guitar the right way. Part of the trusted Hal Leonard First 15 Lessons series, this step-by-step method is designed for self-teaching or use with an instructor, providing a structured path to build a solid musical foundation.

Written in rhythm tab notation, the lessons guide students through guitar fundamentals including chords, strumming patterns, arpeggios, time signatures, syncopation, hammer-ons and pull-offs, double stops, harmonics, fingerpicking, alternate picking, scales, and basic music theory. Each lesson reinforces concepts with practical exercises and recognizable song excerpts, so players can apply new skills immediately.

Online access includes audio tracks and video lessons, plus a free tuner and metronome to support effective practice. The book features guitar parts from 31 popular songs, including Dust in the Wind, Eleanor Rigby, Good Riddance (Time of Your Life), The House of the Rising Sun, Imagine, Love Story, More Than a Feeling, Someone Like You, Thinking Out Loud, Unchained Melody, and many more.

Whether you're picking up a guitar for the first time or looking for a clear, modern refresher course, this comprehensive beginner’s guide will have you playing real music from day one.

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