"This is the outstanding book I wish I'd had when I was studying guitar-fantastic " -Dr. Barbara Oakley author of the New York Times science best-seller A Mind for Numbers, and instructor of the million-learner-strong course Learning How to Learn, from Coursera - UC San Diego. The Ultimate Rock Guitar Dojo for Kids (URGD) is a groundbreaking curriculum for teaching you to play rock guitar The URGD is a fun and systematic teaching method based on a simplified, fun, and rewarding 'Japanese-style' belt system. You will begin your musical journey at the white belt level progressing through five stages of skills and achievement. At each stage of your musical education, you will master the skills necessary to play and perform with confidence and conviction. At the white belt stage, you will master: playing in time, riffs on the E, A, and D strings, blues in the keys of E and A major, blues-rock licks in the open position, the E natural minor scale, and moveable power chords. All while jamming out to simple and enjoyable songs written in the style of your favorite rock guitar gods. So what are you waiting for? Grab your guitar, turn on your amp, and get ready to have some fun "Brian Parham has created an ideal introduction for white belt beginners to the exciting world of rock guitar. Filled with great playing examples, practice tips and historical anecdotes, this white belt edition of The Ultimate Rock Guitar Dojo covers the basics in a way that is fun, effective and engaging." -Steve Myers, Founder and Chief Enthusiast, Theta Music Trainer "Brian has assembled a comprehensive and accessible guide to the guitar certain to inspire even the most reticent of students. His approach is thoughtful, well organized, and paced for attainable goals" -Patrick Greene BA Jazz Performance, Guitar Instructor of 25 years, Music Analyst at Pandora, and Guitarist (Patrick Greene, Swoop Unit)"