The book is divided into two main parts. The First part consists of the Introduction -containing exercises for the right hand on the six open strings- followed by a series of exercises for both hands on each separate string, gradually combining the six strings altogether. Every group of exercises is followed by a number of Studies-duets of equal difficulty, for the student to play together with the teacher or some other advanced student. This will help the student realise the polyphonic nature of the instrument, having to play simple melodies as a beginner, and also aquire a sense of rhythm.

The second part consists of Twenty-four lessons, each one including a number of exercises on a different technical issue, and followed by a number of Studies for further practice. Between the two parts, I have placed a number of Rhythmic exercises (Prima Vista) plus the Twelve Ballads for two guitars technically based on the first part's exercises and duets. Notice that much concentration is needed here, as tonalities and rhythm become more complex.

Musical terms attached to ballads and studies of the second part (such as allegro, moderato etc.), as well as metronome indications, are not obligatory in case there is a different approach in interpretation.

Pages: 200
Language: Greek, English
Editions: Papagrigoriou-Nakas