“ NBN guitar tutorials have taught me more than I could have ever thought possible.
Josh Rogers is a phenomenal guitarist and teacher whose deep knowledge of music is effortlessly conveyed through his videos.
Thanks Josh for all that you have and continue to teach me.”
- Daniel Eccles (OR, United States)
The Reality Is This…
PLAYING GUITAR IS A JOYOUS FUN-FILLED ADVENTURE
…think of learning the guitar as something you’ll do and enjoy for a lifetime. That isn’t to say that it’s always super easy, but look at it as more of a marathon than a race. The goal is to play well and enjoy little improvements over time rather than rushing to try and learn everything in a few short weeks or months.
The goal of the Essential Primer course is to gradually introduce you to the fundamentals of guitar playing:
NEVER PLATEAU
Many aspiring guitarists find themselves hitting roadblocks or giving up early on due to challenges stemming from bad habits or a lack of professional guidance. With us, you'll never feel stuck. We provide the support and resources necessary to keep you moving forward on your musical journey.
SOLID FOUNDATION
Whether you dream of playing like a rock star or strumming your favorite tunes around a campfire, our course offers academically proven fundamentals. These essential skills serve as the cornerstone of your guitar playing, empowering you to explore endless possibilities and reach new heights.
LIFELONG SUPPORT
Enrolling in our course means gaining more than just access to lessons it means joining a family. Instantly become part of our vibrant community, where fellow guitar enthusiasts and professionals alike are ready to support you every step of the way. With us, your musical journey is not just a course - it's a lifelong adventure shared with like-minded individuals.
Discover your learning journey
Take A Sneak Preview Of Some Of The Modules In The Essentials Primer
Module 1
- Naming the First Three Strings: Identify and memorize the names of the first three strings on the guitar.
- Abbreviations for the Picking/Strumming Fingers: Learn the standard abbreviations for your picking and strumming fingers.
- Fretting/Finger Hand Thumb Positions: Understand the proper thumb positions for effective fretting and finger placement.
- Basics of Tablature and Music Notation: Get introduced to reading guitar tablature and basic music notation.
Module 5
- D7 Chord: Learn the D7 chord and its finger positioning.
- Pivoting from C Major to D7: Master the simple transition from C Major to D7.
- G – Em – C – D7 – G Progression: Practice this chord progression using preparation, pivoting, and guiding techniques.
- Minims & Crotchets: Understand and use half notes (minims) and quarter notes (crotchets).
- Counting & Strumming: Improve your skills in counting and strumming minims and crotchets.
- Strumming & Rhythm: Resolve issues related to keeping time and maintaining rhythm.
Module 11
- Ode To Joy: Explore and master this classic piece.
- G to D7 Chord Change: Perfect the transition between G and D7 chords.
- A7 to D7 Chord Changes: Practice switching between A7 and D7, and learn about C natural and the repeat two bars symbol.
- Chordal Accompaniment: Accompany "Ode to Joy" using G, D7, Em, and A7 chords.
- Playing Two Guitar Parts: Learn and perform two distinct guitar parts for "Ode to Joy."
- Reading Music & Tablature: Enhance your skills in reading standard music notation and guitar tablature.
Module 15
- Lack of Guidance: Address the challenges of learning without proper direction.
- Consistent Practice Habits: Build and maintain a regular practice routine.
- Proper Technique Development: Focus on developing correct playing techniques.
- Equipment Limitations: Overcome obstacles related to insufficient or inadequate equipment.
Remember This Is Just A Small Reveal Of The Incredible Stuff Within The Essentials Primer!
DEDICATION TO THESE FUNDAMENTALS PRODUCES THE BEST LONG-TERM PLAYERS – IT’S A JOURNEY, NOT A RACE
This will enable you to:
- Confidently play your favourite songs
- Learn new songs quickly and easily.
- Make music on your own and with others
- Enjoy and understand your guitar and how it works
- Become part of the beautiful world of creating music
Developing these 3 key areas will ensure that you have a complete and thorough grounding in guitar playing. Trust me when I say that you will make excellent progress and your skills, theory, and mindset will BLOSSOM and THRIVE as each day passes.
Josh is patient, he gives me a chance to be myself but always shows me the proper way to play music.
This style of teaching works really well for me.
Thank you, Josh, I look forward to more lessons.
- Stephen Pandov (TX, United States)
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It’s Time To Meet Your Guitar Guru
Kia ora! My Name Is Joshua Rogers. I Have Been Exactly Where You Are…
I still remember what my first guitar lesson like it was yesterday (it was in March 1988). I was nervous, excited, and out of my comfort zone. I’d been singing since I could remember and I’d watched older cousins and my dad play guitar occasionally, however I knew nothing about guitar apart from it being pretty cool.
I have taught students curriculum for graded exams for the Royal School of Music, Trinity College of London, and the New Zealand NCEA Music Levels 1, 2, and 3. During that time I was accountable to students, boards of trustees, and other music teachers, so I had to get results because my job was on the line if I didn’t. If I took shortcuts in teaching they may have passed initially but it would’ve become more and more difficult and problematic as they advanced.
Some teachers claim to teach without theory, but in truth all lessons contain some type of theory. Failing to teach some theory is a grave injustice to a student. The key is to introduce theory within a practical context.
Most teachers that claim you don’t need theory either don’t know enough theory to teach it well and/or it is simply a sales pitch to make playing guitar seem easier.
Over the thirty plus years since that first lesson and the many lessons I have taught, I have developed my own method of teaching that fuses classical guitar pedagogy with the rapid acquisition mindset of modern students focused on long-term results rather than short-term satisfaction.
Take A Look At What Is Inside The Course
THE ESSENTIALS PRIMER METHOD
The Essentials Primer Course is built upon my experience of teaching and being taught during a career spanning more than thirty years.
You can benefit immediately and start playing with confidence, all the while building an impressive practical technique supported by a matching level of music theory.
The word Primer was chosen because this course primes you for any style of guitar playing that you may wish to focus on in the future. Some students like to learn a bit of everything, others decide they want to play rock or grunge, and others take the folk or classical path. This course perfectly primes you to play anything when you have decided on what you want to play.
The course is divided into seventeen modules that cover everything from naming the strings; correct hand position; reading tablature; playing a scale and much more.
Each module is a logical progression from the previous module; constantly building on and referencing earlier material so that it always feels familiar whilst nudging you gently forwards.
This Is An Easy To Follow, Progressive Lesson Plan
Order is essential, chaos is not. Chaos is the enemy of efficient learning and positive outcomes. Learners doing it on their own often take one step forward and three steps backward because a learning plan with solid outcomes is absent.
The Essentials Primer Course takes you by the hand and walks you through a very clear series of lesson plans with clear and predictable outcomes. You’ll never feel overwhelmed or out of your depth because the progression is incremental and logical.
The online nature of the course enables you to take control of how quickly you tackle each new module and lesson. This also means you can replay anything at anytime if you need a quick refresher. The convenience and comfort of online learning is truly amazing!
What's Included
80+ Super High Quality Video Lessons
Professional level audio & video lessons are a joy to watch. Graphics and on-screen notes are added to aid the learning experience. Stream each video at your leisure from the comfort of couch or classroom.
110+ Essentials Primer PDF Course Workbook
This workbook perfectly matches the video content. It also contains a very handy Table of Contents that lets you access any lesson instantly with a simple click instead of endlessly scrolling to find the right lesson!
Forever Access
The course is yours forever. As we know life happens and sometimes you need to take a break from learning. No worries because you can come back and carry on from where you left off at anytime from anywhere.
Primer Practice Spreadsheet
The importance of a structured practice routine cannot be overstated. This simple-to-use spreadsheet will allow you to map out and track your progress as you move through each module.
THIS IS HOW YOU JOIN
- Click any of the Play Now buttons you’ve seen as you’ve been reading
- When you arrive at the cart select your payment option and enter the necessary details
- Head to the inbox of the email address you entered and click on the link in the confirmation email from NBN Guitar
- Watch the Introduction Video and download the Essentials Primer Workbook
- Grab your guitar and start guitaring!
“Josh has a relaxed, informal style of teaching which puts you at ease and gives you confidence, yet without compromising on his high standards as a musician.”
- John Poulton (United Kingdom)
30-day Money Back Guarantee
I BELIEVE THAT WHAT & HOW I TEACH GETS MASSIVE RESULTS
I Stand By My Word and Abilities
I am very confident that the Essentials Primer will give you amazing results in a timely manner. However, I also understand that we need to connect and establish a relationship. Not every student will ‘gel’ with my teaching approach and methodology.
In light of this I am willing to offer a 30-Day ‘No Questions Asked’ guarantee. I would like to add that if you do decide to action a refund I would dearly love to know why so that I could take steps to improve, modify, or add to the course content.
I must add that it is super important to go through the modules at a good pace and in the correct order. It’s so tempting to jump modules and skip forward, but I urge you to resist that temptation. Be patient and remember we’re in this for the long haul rather than a quick trip.
Regular Practice Yields Regular Improvements.
If you aren’t satisfied with the learning experience you can reach out to the NBN Guitar team and we’ll action a refund for you.
This Is a “30-Day” Money-Back Guarantee
This gives you 30 days to explore the course and its bonuses thoroughly. If you practice as recommended and don't see any progress or are unsatisfied with the quality of the lessons, just let us know. We'll promptly issue you a full refund.
Plus, You Get These 3 FREE Bonuses!
$47
Special Bonus #1
120 Fingerstyle Patterns For The Picking Hand
An astonishing course that contains 120 exercises to develop your picking hand technique (comes with an accompanying eBook).
These exercises were created by Mauro Giuliani over two hundred years ago and they’re still considered as one of the most important technique guides ever written.
$47
Special Bonus #2
Beginner Classical Guitar Collection
My own handpicked selection of beautiful classical guitar pieces that will impress you, your family, and your pets.
Classical guitar pieces are great especially if you can’t or don’t like singing because you’re like your own little orchestra playing many parts by yourself!
$47
Special Bonus #3
12 Month Full Access To The NBN Private Guitar Community
Being able to chat with other like-minded individuals is priceless. Free from spam, irrelevant topics, and advertising, the community is the place to be. In addition to hanging out there on the daily, twice a month I’ll host a workshop sharing exclusive resources and knowledge.
FAQ
QUESTIONS ARE GOOD. OTHERS HAVE ASKED. I HAVE ANSWERED
IF YOU DO THE MATH THE COST OF EACH LESSON IS LESS THAN $3.47