“As a music classroom and private music teacher, I have used the resource ‘Play That Guitar’ for over fifteen years with great success. The pieces are easy to follow each one being backed up with quality accompaniment enabling concise group tuition. The chord progressions make sense and continuously build on prior knowledge. I can highly recommend this resource for your musical journey as a teacher and/or a student.”
BMusEd, PGMusicEd
“As a guitar teacher working with younger students, I really appreciate having a resource that’s not only easy to follow but also New Zealand-centric. Play That Guitar! is fun, accessible, and full of songs that feel familiar to Kiwi kids. The clear layout and step-by-step approach keep my students engaged and progressing with confidence. It’s a fantastic starting point for young learners, and it’s great to have a homegrown option that truly works.”
guitarist, composer, and educator | hrybowicz.com
“The ‘Play That Guitar’ book which Paul has written contains every piece of information that anyone would need to gain a firm knowledge base on how best to play the guitar. The book has an enjoyable approach, and helps learners to gain confidence in their playing with helpful information on technique and developing good guitar playing habits.”
Luthier and musician
“As a sheet music retailer for nearly 20 years with Shearers Music Store in Hamilton, NZ, I truly appreciate the methodology and techniques employed in this wonderful guitar tutorial. The book provides a clear, structured approach that is both engaging for beginners and valuable for more advanced players looking to refine their skills. The combination of well-explained theory, practical exercises, and thoughtfully arranged pieces makes it a standout resource for any guitarist. 100% recommended! “
Retailer and Musician
“I’ve been using Paul van Wering’s Play that guitar book as a resource for beginner guitarists for over 15 years. The instructions are simple and clear and it is a great start up book for most people who want to get into playing guitar quickly. Its also great for group lessons.”
Guitar teacher