(Play Today Instructional Series). A complete guide to the basics! This self-teaching method offers quality instruction, terrific songs, professional-quality full-demo audio tracks and video lessons online. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher or watch the videos. Topics covered include: how to assemble and care for your instrument, producing a sound, reading music notation and rhythms, fingering chart, glossary of musical terms, and more!