The guitar is one of the most popular instruments for first-time learners, allowing players the flexibility to play various musical styles. But whether you aspire to play for fun or to live out your ambitions of taking the stage at Wembley, the end goal may seem like a distant dream when you strum your first chord. With what might seem like an endless list of notation marks, scales and chords to grasp, practice and commitment are essential. The Complete Beginners Guide is on hand to be your learning companion, guiding you through the basics and helping you lay firm foundations for future development. • Develop your own playing style • Practise techniques • Understand music • Learn vital chords. With plenty of practice, you will be finger picking, string bending and making compositions worthy of that Wembley stage in no time at all.