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The first guitar's lesson for beginner requires an efficient module that covers the essential basic techniques and skills. Resourceful music teaching requires educators to offer right entry to the guitar syllabus while providing quality tutoring based on student’s culture. This study developed chapters of classical guitar method book that incorporates Malaysian folksongs, based on Bulgarian classical guitar techniques. The researcher focused on Bulgarian classical guitar method which introduces the use of apoyando and tirando technique for four fingers in left and right hand. This type of technique provides the best progress and full utilization of the guitar. This research attempt to seek upon the appropriateness of content, instructional design and the technical aspect that been incorporated into the book. The data were collected through a survey and feedback to bring forth guitar experts perceptions and attitudes regarding the suitability of this learning aid. Results of the study showed that incorporating Malaysian folksongs with Bulgarian classical guitar method was suitable for the development of guitar technique and provided strong support to the understanding of basic concepts in student’s guitar skills.
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In-Text Citation: (Nasrifan & Kolev, 2019)
To Cite this Article: Nasrifan, M. N. H., & Kolev, V. S. (2019). Incorporating Malaysian Folksongs and Bulgarian Classical Guitar Method for Teaching and Learning Guitar. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 8(2), 266–285.
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