Peter F. Sheldon has 4 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 1 narrator. The most-rated is Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: Learn to Play Acoustic Guitar, Read Music, and Play Songs.

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Ukulele for Beginners: 3 Books in 1

Summary

The complete three-book series on learning how to play the ukulele. Book one In this book, you’ll discover: The history of the ukulele  Types of ukuleles and accessories  How to choose a ukulele  Ukulele chords and strumming  Ukulele fingerpicking techniques and melody  Easy ukulele songs for beginners  Troubleshooting and maintenance of the ukulele  Book two This book is an absolute beginners guide on how to play the ukulele and does not require any previous musical knowledge. The purpose of this book is to help a beginner sing and play songs. Ukulele is an easy-to-learn and quickly rewarding instrument. The most important thing to remember is to enjoy your time and not to get bogged down.  This book covers: The Anatomy of Ukulele  Brief History of Ukulele  Chords Music Theory  Playing Styles and Techniques And so much more!   Learning new things is like acquiring a unique experience that gives a sense of accomplishment. Step by step, you will learn basic chord fingerings, rhythms, songs, etc. Book three While the internet is full of various platforms that help you learn different aspects of playing the ukulele, it is a struggle to compile all that information in a condensed and logical flow of information. The uke is a tricky instrument for an absolute newbie who has no prior knowledge. If you are facing the same problem and tired of gathering and collecting information from here and there with no direction, then this book is the perfect choice for you.  This book helps you understand:  What a ukulele is and how it works  Where the ukulele came from and how it is essential in the music industry today  What you can do with your polished ukulele skills  How to read music  How to polish your skills using globally recommended tips and tricks Remember that this book caters to beginners who have no previous knowledge regarding the instrument. Thus, the language is simple and easy to follow and without any jargon, fancy words, or complicated terminology.   So, get this audiobook today to learn to play your ukulele like a pro. 

©2020 Peter F. Sheldon (P)2021 Peter F. Sheldon

Narrator: Ben Herold
Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins
Available on Audible
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Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: 3 Books in 1

Summary

The complete three-book series on learning to play acoustic guitar.  Book one Have you always dreamed of playing the guitar? Do you love the sound of the acoustic guitar, but don’t know how to play it?  If you long to sing and play songs, then this book is for you. This book is not a rote learning tool, nor a textbook. We spared you the annoyance of listening to a mechanical write-up. We’ve tried to be as humane and relatable to your troubles as much as we can. Most of the information you'll get from this book is relevant in any style of guitar playing. By the end of this book, you should be able to: Choose the best guitar for your needs  String and tune your guitar  Play basic chords on the guitar  Play different strumming patterns  Understand how chords are formed  Groove with riffs and the pentatonic scale  And most importantly, you will be able to read music. Book two With this book, you’ll learn the magic of music and musical instruments. Every modern band has at least one guitar in the group. The guitar is not only easy to play, but it is also versatile. And who doesn’t love a great guitar solo? The guitar can fill in the tones ranging from the lows of the bass guitar to the highs of the lead guitar. In this book, you’ll learn about the different types of guitars, the material used to make them, and the kind of music you can play. Underlying music is the theory that defines the arrangement of notes and the way you play chords. Learning this will help you understand how the world of music connects each instrument and forms a song. You can open magical doors by understanding how to transition between notes and use chords.  In this book, you’ll discover:  How to care for and maintain your guitar  Gadget, tips, and tricks to help you refine your playing  Basic major and minor chords found in most songs  Diminished, slashed, and inverted chords  The basics of playing songs for beginners   Book three Each chapter of this book focuses on the basics first and then moves on to some intermediate tips for the individuals who want to learn additional information.  The guide starts off with the origin of the "modern acoustic guitar" and how it evolved into what it is today. The chapters that follow have been organized in the manner of importance. So, the beginners learn about basic chords first and some background surrounding the guitar. The chapter that follows details different strumming and picking patterns/styles prevalent in the music world. In this book, you’ll learn: How to understand chord charts  Tips and tricks to get the best tone out of your guitar  How to play open, advanced, and barre chords with ease  Strumming techniques and easy patterns to play  Fingerpicking basics, including fingerpicking exercises  How to play popular songs  How to record your guitar and get the best sound  Recording tips and tricks  Everything you need to know about which microphone to choose  Each new skill covered in the book is dependent on the skill learned in the previous chapter. If taken step by step, this guide can be useful for attentive beginners who are willing to put in the time and effort.

©2020 Peter F. Sheldon (P)2021 Peter F. Sheldon

Narrator: Ben Herold
Length: 9 hrs
Available on Audible
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Ukulele for Beginners

Summary

The ukulele is a beautiful culturally and historically rich instrument. However, as soulful, melodic, and engaging as it is, it can be quite tricky for beginners who do not have the proper guidelines.  If you are a beginner trying to learn how to play the ukulele, this book is all you need to get started. This book will help every struggling ukulele player so that they not only learn how to play the instrument but also get insight into how to play along with audio recordings and polish their skills.  While the internet is full of various platforms that help you learn different aspects of playing the ukulele, it is a struggle to compile all that information in a condensed and logical flow of information. The uke is a tricky instrument for an absolute newbie with no prior knowledge. If you are facing the same problem and tired of gathering and collecting information from here and there with no direction, then this book is the perfect choice for you.  This book helps you understand: What a ukulele is and how it works Where the ukulele came from and how it is essential in the music industry today  How to read music  How to polish your skills using globally recommended tips and tricks  What you can do with your polished ukulele skills  This book caters to beginners who have no previous knowledge regarding the instrument, featuring language that is simple and easy to follow - without jargon, fancy words, or complicated terminology. Get your hands on this book today to learn to play your ukulele like a pro. 

©2020 Peter F. Sheldon (P)2020 Peter F. Sheldon

Narrator: Ben Herold
Length: 3 hrs and 48 mins
Available on Audible
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Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: Learn to Play Acoustic Guitar, Read Music, and Play Songs

Summary

If you’ve always loved the sound of the guitar and longed to play it, then you’ve come to right place. With this audiobook, you’ll learn the magic of music and musical instruments. Every modern band has at least one guitar in the group. The guitar is not only easy to play, but it is also versatile. And who doesn’t love a great guitar solo? The guitar can fill in the tones ranging from the lows of the bass guitar to the highs of the lead guitar. In this audiobook, you’ll learn about the different types of guitars, the material used to make them, and the kind of music you can play. Underlying music is the theory that defines the arrangement of notes and the way you play chords. Learning this will help you understand how the world of music connects each instrument and forms a song. You can open magical doors by understanding how to transition between notes and use chords. In this audiobook you’ll discover: How to choose the best guitar How to care for and maintain your guitar Gadget, tips, and tricks to help you refine your playing Basic major and minor chords found in most songs Diminished, slashed, and inverted chords The basics of playing songs for beginners Everything you need to know about guitar music is here. Buy now and begin your musical journey. You can start making music today!

©2020 Peter F. Sheldon (P)2020 Peter F. Sheldon

Narrator: Ben Herold
Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins
Available on Audible