GUITAR BOOKS BY MICHAEL MCCLINTOCK

Unlock your playing with Michael’s published guitar method books — written to guide students from the very first steps to advanced mastery of the fretboard and music theory.

Master the Guitar Fretboard and Essential Music Theory in Just 10 Weeks

Join Michael on a 10-week journey to unlock the fretboard and transform the way you play guitar. Using a simple yet powerful method — learning the neck one string at a time — you’ll gain the confidence to improvise, read music, and create without feeling boxed in by scale shapes.

With over 50 musical examples, clear explanations, and practical exercises, this guitar method book will help you:

Demystify the guitar fretboard
Build confidence in improvisation and composition
Apply music theory directly to your instrument
Develop a solid foundation for world, Latin, jazz, and classical guitar styles

Whether you’re a beginner ready to break through barriers or an experienced player looking to expand your skills, this book is a valuable tool for every guitarist.

HOW TO GET YOUR COPY?, you can order the book in two ways:

Amazon — available HERE in eBook and paperback for worldwide delivery.
Direct purchase for 10 EUR / 10 USD depending on your location — order directly from us to avoid platform fees and receive your PDF copy by email.

To request a PDF copy, send an email to michaelmcclintockmusic@gmail.com with:

Subject: PDF Book Request
Message: Your full name and country.

We’ll reply with payment instructions. After payment is confirmed, your PDF will be delivered to your inbox.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Personalized instruction in guitar, bass, ukulele, Cuban tres, and music theory — in English, Spanish, or French. Book a lesson, check availability and schedule your first session: michaelmcclintockmusic@gmail.com

VIDEO TUTORIALS

His YouTube channel (youtube.com/@MichaelMcClintockMusic), with 8,000+ subscribers and videos surpassing 120,000 views, is a go-to resource for students learning world and Latin guitar styles. Enjoy his YouTube content by browsing through the playlists to explore a variety of tutorials, concert highlights, and selections from his discography. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay updated on new videos!

CHORDS / CHARTS

Get exclusive chord sheets and iReal Pro charts that go hand-in-hand with Michael’s YouTube lessons — and support his work at the same time. Join Michael's Patreon page (patreon.com/cw/MichaelMcClintock)

ABOUT THE TEACHER

Michael McClintock holds a Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City Conservatory and has pursued advanced studies in Flamenco, Jazz, Brazilian, and Cuban music. For more than 20 years, he has taught students of all levels while performing internationally across Kansas City, Paris, and Havana.

As both a performer and an educator, Michael brings his real-world experience into his writing. His method books reflect the same clarity and cultural depth that have made his lessons and tutorials so valuable to students worldwide.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Michael McClintock Music Studios (2003–Present)
Master Class – Tres Cubano at Folk Alliance International (USA, 2017)
Master Class – Tres Cubano at Escuela Nacional de Música (Havana, Cuba, 2019)
YouTube Channel: 8,000+ subscribers | 120,000+ views on top videos

Full Bio HERE Full discography HERE

STUDENT FEEDBACK (via YouTube)

"You make relatively complex music seem straightforward!"

"Brilliant guitarist and excellent teacher. Makes the chords seem easy!"

"Your bossa nova tutorials are incredible! I've been trying to play these songs for a while but never found an easy way to follow along. Thank you so much! It is helping me out! Keep up the incredible work!"

"It's funny, I grew up in Brazil, yet I found your videos the most accurate and clear to understand. Finally, I'm able to learn to play bossa nova. Thanks a lot."

"This is one of the best, if not The Best, lesson on Corcovado. Very clear explanation and easy to follow video. I've been wanting to learn this for a long time. Where do you teach? Online or in person also? I am in S. CA. Thanks for the great tutorial. Bravo."