Most every guitar learning method out there already tells you what to play.
The Returning Guitarist’s Assessment shows you how to assess your playing—evaluate timing, coordination, technique, and musical control using clear, practical tasks—and follow targeted exercises designed to fix the root causes, not just the symptoms.
This book is written for guitar players who’ve already spent time with
the instrument, stepped away for a while, and are now returning with a desire to become a
well-rounded player.
It's not licks and tricks, it's a thorough resource for all types of guitarists,
musicians, songwriters, and performers. It gives you a clear framework for understanding what to
focus on and why, so your time spent learning is more intentional and productive.
Whether you take private lessons, follow online courses, watch YouTube tutorials, play in a band, or learn songs on your own, this book provides the structure that helps all of those efforts make more sense. When used alongside videos or method books, it helps you choose material that targets specific weaknesses rather than jumping randomly between topics.
The real value is in the practice approach, not the
specific notes,
which makes The Returning Guitarist’s Assessment:
More Universal
- Works for any style
- Compliments your existing materials, not replacing them
- Assessment framework and practice methods fit all levels, interests, and goals.
More Practical
- Instead of guessing what to practice, you’ll learn how to assess your current skills
- Identify what’s actually holding you back, and rebuild your playing with intention
More Content
- Includes guitar setup and comfort tips
- How to use tools like a metronome and recording to get objective feedback
- Planning worksheets to build a sustainable practice approach.
If you’ve ever thought “I should be better than this”
this
universally applicable book shows you how to
turn that thought into clear direction and real
progress.