Blues is the foundation of virtually every major American music form born in the 20th century. In this comprehensive program designed by renowned guitarist John McCarthy, you will develop an understanding of general guitar basics and a solid foundation for playing the blues. Learn essential blues chords, scales, lead techniques like string bending, vibrato, hammer-ons, pull-offs and other skills made famous by countless blues legends. There are complete blues rhythms like the 12-bar blues, two strings rhythms, the shuffle feel and more! You will apply what you learn over the full band backing tracks that give you the feel of playing in your own band. Features: iPod-ready video, follow-along tab book, free lifetime membership for online lesson support, authored for Zone 0 and more. 1 hour, 5 minutes

This DVD covers pro microphone placement techniques and placement for vocals, guitar, drums, bass, horns and percussion. Viewers will learn about: room acoustic variations, setting up a final mix, effects (usage and descriptions), compressors and gates, complete mixer explanation, types of PA systems and microphones. Languages: English, Spanish. 1 hour

This program includes everything you need to start playing classical guitar today! Designed by world-renowned guitarist/instructor John McCarthy, this accelerated method for learning modern classical guitar starts off with basics like how to hold the guitar, tuning and proper hand positioning. Learn the most commonly used chords for playing classical guitar pieces, key techniques like fingerpicking and how to create your own melodies. You'll learn arpeggios, strum patterns, picking exercises, scales and more! Features: iPod-ready video, follow-along tab book, free lifetime membership for online lesson support, authored for Zone 0 and more. Languages: English, Spanish. 1 hour

This program, designed by world renowned guitarist John McCarthy, builds on the techniques learned in the beginner program. John teaches you multi-position lead patterns, blues scale patterns, bar chords and natural minor scales. Develop key lead guitar techniques like bending, bi-dextral hammer-ons, arpeggios and more. There is an entire exercise routine for building hand strength and coordination. The full band backing tracks included with this program put you on center stage with your own rock band! Features: iPod-ready video, follow-along tab book, free lifetime membership for online lesson support, authored for Zone 0 and more. Languages: English, Spanish. 1 hour, 15 minutes