A step-by-step self-instruction method. Includes care of the Autoharp playing positions chord changes back-up strums arpeggio strums melody picking rhythm picking and much more. Each song teaches something new and eachstrum pattern is built on the previous one.When you have practiced each selection and perfected each strum you will have the necessary foundation to go on to more advanced styles and more intricate picking. The songs inthe book are arranged for the 15-chord instrument since it is the most popular for beginning students. In the 60-minute instructional audio recording the author uses Autoharp and Vocals to demonstrate the major styles presentedin the book from simple to advanced strums to melody picking. The player learns effective ways to practice each new style and has a chance to play along with the singer on the songs that are repeated unaccompanied. Includesaccess to online audio.

A brilliant beginners' DVD that teaches the rudimentary and fundimental skills and techniques needed to play the Autoharp - one of the most beautiful (and easiest)traditional instruments. Step-by-step instruction of everything you need to know from proper use of the chord buttons strumming and fingerpicking techniques and how to pick out melodies and play instrumentals in the styles of the great traditional players. John Sebastian of Lovin' Spoonful presents his detailed but easy method which is perfect for novices and beginners as it teaches how to hold the harp how to tune it play simple strums and co-ordinate the fingers and thumb in fingerpicking for the first time.