FAQ for Werner Guitar Editions

This page lists frequently asked questions about Werner Guitar Editions. If you have any additional questions please email us: bradford@thisisclassicalguitar.com

Is Werner Guitar Editions available worldwide?
A: Yes, our pdfs and hardcopies are available around the globe for everyone. If there are any complications or tax issues we offer additional sales from our international platforms. 

How do PDF downloads work for sheet music?
A: When you purchase sheet music as a pdf it is available instantly for download. There is no pdf stamping and you can print and save your music. If there is ever a problem you can email Werner Guitar Editions for help. See more at our Digital Downloads FAQ. 

Are hardcopies available worldwide? 
Yes. Hardcopies of Werner Guitar Editions sheet music books and methods are available worldwide with Amazon being the most popular seller. If you can't find Werner Guitar Editions in your country, contact us and we'll find a way to ship to you.

Is This is Classical Guitar and Werner Guitar Editions affiliated?
Yes, This is Classical Guitar is the blog and lesson platform for Werner Guitar Editions. Likewise, Werner Guitar Editions is the publishing and sales arm of This is Classical Guitar. Both are owned and operated by Bradford Werner. 

Is all the music by Bradford Werner?
Although Bradford Werner edits all the editions for consistency, Werner Guitar Editions publishes music composed by a vast number of different of composers from many different musical eras. Check out the full sheet music list here.

Is the music in notation or tab?
Both. Almost all of Werner Guitar Editions is available both as notation-only scores and as separate notation plus tablature scores. When you are browsing the sheet music look in the first paragraph to see what is included. The tab is usually found at the end of the PDF after the notation edition. The only major exceptions are our beginner method books and full technique book but we also have tab alternatives for those as well.

Is Werner Guitar Editions educational content?
Yes, but it doesn't have to be. When Werner Guitar Editions make a sheet music selection or collection it is presented first as sheet music and a performance video and then also includes a lesson. If you are uninterested in the lesson or educational content you can just grab the music and start playing! That said, educational content is available and a full structured curriculum is there to help you learn if you are interested. 

Does Werner Guitar Editions have a structured curriculum for classical guitar? 
Yes, Werner Guitar Editions has a structured guitar curriculum starting at the beginner method book level leading to a fully graded repertoire lesson series. There is also a progressive technique program for all levels including structured technique routines for organized practice sessions. You can find a curriculum outline here.

If you have any additional questions please email us: bradford@thisisclassicalguitar.com