Alfred Beginning Mandolin (Book/CD)

Start playing mandolin now! This book introduces easy chord forms and basic strumming patterns, and covers fiddle tunes, bluegrass, and blues. Integral techniques such as alternate picking, tremolo, and slides are taught in a fun manner. Students, teachers, and self-taught players alike will enjoy this thorough, easy-to-use method.

Get started playing with all the basics. Easy chord forms and basic strumming patterns are introduced, and fiddle tunes, bluegrass, and blues styles are covered. Important techniques such as alternate picking, tremolo, and slides are taught in a fun, friendly manner. Students, teachers, and self-taught players alike will enjoy this thorough, easy-to-use method.