Las Primeras Lecciones de Guitarra (First Lessons for Guitar) by Julio S. Sagreras is a cornerstone in classical guitar education. Designed specifically for beginners through early-intermediate players, this method spans several progressive books and has been used by generations of guitarists worldwide.
First published in the early 20th century, the series is celebrated for its methodical approach, musical depth, and pedagogical clarity. Each book builds upon the last, helping students progress steadily in both technique and musicality.
What You’ll Find Here
This website presents all exercises from Books 1 through 4, organized and embedded for easy access and study. Whether you’re just starting your journey or reinforcing your foundational skills, these lessons are structured to help you grow as a guitarist.
About the Method
Authored by Julio Sagreras, an accomplished Argentine virtuoso, composer, and educator, the method is built on:
- Right-hand technique – including tirando (free strokes) and apoyando (rest strokes)
- Left-hand control – finger placement, position shifts, and legato phrasing
- Rhythmic discipline – from simple note values to more advanced meters
- Musical expression – with lyrical etudes, melodies, and duets
Each lesson introduces new material gradually, reinforcing previous skills while gently increasing the challenge. This progressive structure is what makes the method so effective — and why it’s stood the test of time.
Learning Resources Included
To support your practice, you’ll also find:
- Video demonstrations of every exercise
- Supplementary sheet music downloads where available
- Audio tracks for listening and reference
- Links to full performances of entire books
Whether you’re learning on your own or alongside a teacher, Las Primeras Lecciones de Guitarra (Books 1–4) offers a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to mastering the classical guitar.
Start exploring the exercises now and deepen your technique, timing, and musical sensitivity — one lesson at a time.