• Open chords 
• Strumming patterns 
• Easy finger picking styles 
• Power chords for rock sounds  
• How to use a capo to make complex chords simple 
• Great sounding alternative chords further up the neck 

Plus guest lesson from Stu G of Delirous teaching how to play the guitar part to Majesty and lots of tips on learning, practicing, band skills and worship leading from people like Chris Tomlin, David Crowder, Tim Hughes and Matt Redman

Beginners Volume 1
Includes how to tune the guitar, using a pick, simple open chords and strumming patterns for a range of worship songs

Beginners Volume 2
Building on the initial learning from volume 1, this volume teaches further chords and strumming patterns and also shows how to use power chords for a rocky sound. Claw hammer strumming, sounding bass notes on strings and varying your dynamics.

Beginners Volume 3
New chord shapes further up the neck, using a capo, finger picking technique, playing with other musicians. Using the learning from all three volumes to play a wider variety of songs. 

Three DVDs in a box set with a total of 6 hours instruction. The equivalent to a year of one to one lessons.

Each of the three DVDs feature:

• On-screen graphics
• Additional backing tracks
• Drum grooves and instrumental worship songs as a daily practice tool

Songs used include Blessed Be Your Name, Here I am to Worship, My Glorious, Forever, God of Wonders, What a Friend I’ve Found, I’ve found Jesus, Majesty, History Maker, Better is One Day and Give Thanks to the Lord.

Also featuring a clip form Onehundredhours "Stronger than My Heart" video and guest lesson from Stu G of Delirous teaching how to play the guitar part to Majesty .

Two hours of professional guitar teaching from Musicademy's Andy Chamberlain with additional practical advice from worship leaders:

• Tim Hughes
• Chris Tomlin
• Stu G (Delirious?)
• David Crowder
• Noel Robinson
• Matt Redman
• Charlie Hall
• Vicky Beeching
• Tre Sheppard (Onehundredhours)
• Alan Frow

Who is it for?

This Beginners series is suitable for complete beginners and will take you to a stage where you can play worship guitar confidently in a house group or small church setting. For existing players, volumes 2 and 3 are great for those who know a few basic chords and some strumming patterns but don’t yet play “power” chords, slash chords or chords further up the neck. Volume 3 also includes a complete guide to effective finger picking. After these volumes try the Song Learner series.

Volume 1 is suitable for complete beginners who have never even picked up a guitar before. 

We often find that people who already know a few chords appreciate starting with volume 1 in order to make sure they fully understand the basics.

If you think you are a bit too advanced for the Beginners Box set (i.e. you already know plenty of open chords, power chords and basic finger picking), then have a look at our Song Learner Series which sits between Beginners and Intermediate in terms of ability.

What do I need to get started?

Apart from the DVDs and a DVD player (or computer), all you need is a guitar, a pick (plectrum) and ideally a tuner.

Although not essential, lots of people find our DVD workbooks a helpful guide to use alongside the DVDs. With these you have the chord charts printed out beside you, rather than just on screen.The worknooks will help you work through the DVDs and turn each DVD volume into a 10 week course that really makes the most out of all the drum loops, backing tracks and interviews as well as showing you further songs to play using the chords and strumming patterns you have learnt.

Is this for electric or acoustic guitar?

The Beginners series is suitable for both acoustic and electric guitarists. Having learnt the basic information on volumes 1-3 you can then progress to our song learner series (more suitable for acoustic players) and our Intermediate Acoustic or Intermediate Electric DVDs.

What else is available to help me practice?

We have a DVD called Worship Backing Band - Musicians Practice Tracks which contains 54 worship songs that you can play along with. Practice is a lot more fun with other people! You can select to take the vocals out of the mix so you are effectively the singer with a pro band. Its like high quality worship karaoke. The DVD shows on-screen words and chords so if you play an instrument you can also play along as you sing. 

Will the DVDs work on my DVD player?

The DVDs are NTSC and coded Region 0 which means they will play anywhere in the world.

Can I get a refund if I don't like the DVDs?

Yes, you are also covered by our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee if having received the DVDs you do not feel they are right for you.