A beginner book which introduces all the important basic chords, rhythm patterns and techniques. Includes Major, Minor, Seventh, Minor Seventh, Major Seventh, Major Sixth, Suspened and Fifth Chords. Covers Syncopated, Triplet and Sixteenth Note Rhythms, Bass Strum and Arpeggio Styles. There is "Easy Read" Rhythm Notation in this book which also includes a CD covering all lessons. Also included is a section on choosing a guitar, as well as practice and technique.