Book 1A
The starting point for classical guitar. Introduces fundamental techniques, basic notation reading, and early-level pieces with online audio support.
Mastering the Classical Guitar
A comprehensive 4-volume progressive series by Wissam Abboud, published by Mel Bay Publications. Build a solid classical guitar foundation through carefully graded studies, technical exercises, and rhythmic reading.
About the Series
A Structured Path to Classical Guitar Mastery
Each volume is organized into three complementary sections that develop musicianship from multiple angles simultaneously. Every book includes access to online audio recordings, allowing students to hear and study each piece.
Progressive Studies & Pieces
Carefully graded repertoire that builds technique and musicality step by step, from beginner through advanced levels.
Technical Exercises
Targeted drills for both hands covering scales, arpeggios, slurs, and coordination exercises essential for classical guitar technique.
Rhythmic Reading
Dedicated sight-reading exercises that strengthen rhythmic accuracy and fluency, a skill often overlooked in guitar instruction.
The Collection
Four Progressive Volumes
Book 1B
Builds sight reading through scales, intervals, chord construction, second position, rhythmic studies, and progressive recital pieces.
Book 2A
Develops melody and accompaniment, dotted-eighth rhythms, barre technique, movable chord shapes, and intermediate recital repertoire.
Book 2B
Advances through slurs, ornamentation, polyphony, third and fifth positions, seventh chords, jazz progressions, and intermediate recital repertoire.
The Publisher
Published by Mel Bay
Mel Bay Publications is one of the most respected names in music education publishing, with a catalog spanning thousands of titles across every instrument and genre. Having this series published by Mel Bay ensures worldwide distribution and a trusted standard of quality that music educators and students rely on.