Boxed set of 64 page, spiral-bound, full-color softcover book and 74 minute multi-angle DVD. Includes key effects, practice exercises and essential techniques. Simon Croft introduces the electric guitar and shares his passion for the rock and roll music music that made it famous. An acclaimed teacher and performer, Simon has been playing guitar for over 30 years, and has performed both nationally and internationally. Learn from his experience as he walks you through the basics of electric guitar from choosing your instrument and setting up an amplifier to playing strategies and effects. With information ranging from holding the guitar, picking, fretting and basic scales and chords through to advanced techniques like sliding, bending and playing a trill. Electric Guitar offers something for everyone, regardless of their experience. This book and DVD set covers essential rudiments, offers expert advice and includes exercises to improve skills, reinforce learning and build solid guitar technique.