--- product_id: 55273386 title: "Pumping Nylon -- Complete: The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook (Book & Online Audio & Video): The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook, Second Edition" price: "€ 65.59" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/55273386-pumping-nylon-complete-the-classical-guitarists-technique-handbook-book-online store_origin: FR region: France --- # Pumping Nylon -- Complete: The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook (Book & Online Audio & Video): The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook, Second Edition **Price:** € 65.59 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pumping Nylon -- Complete: The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook (Book & Online Audio & Video): The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook, Second Edition - **How much does it cost?** € 65.59 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/55273386-pumping-nylon-complete-the-classical-guitarists-technique-handbook-book-online) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Upon its first publication in 1995, Pumping Nylon became an instant classic and a must-have technique handbook for all classical guitarists---and many guitarists of other styles as well. This complete edition includes additional early intermediate through advanced repertoire. Scott Tennant's encouraging style, sense of humor, and unique approach to technical training helped Pumping Nylon gain countless devotees throughout the world. At the heart of Pumping Nylon is the famous Daily Warm-Up Routine, which includes 11 clever, helpful exercises to get both hands in shape and ready to play while also improving your technical skills. These invaluable technique lessons are supplemented by Giuliani's 120 Right-Hand Studies, Tarrega arpeggio studies, and music examples from Bach, Turina, and Rodrigo. In addition, original compositions by guitar luminaries Brian Head and Andrew York reinforce the material while also providing concert-worthy repertoire. This second edition of Pumping Nylon Complete incorporates even more great material with new pieces by Evan Hirschelman, Guiliani's Left Hand Studies, Op. 1 , and new technical exercises in tremolo and balancing chord voicings. The music engravings have been improved for easier readability, and a brand-new correlating video, available to download or stream, has been included. If Pumping Nylon Complete is already in your library, it's time to upgrade to this second edition, which is even better than the original. If you are just now discovering Scott Tennant's masterpiece, this is a great opportunity to jump on board and start enjoying this classic. Your practice routine and technical prowess will improve, and you'll have fun as you learn. Complete Second Edition Features * All of the original complete edition content, including easy to advanced repertoire * Three new performance pieces * Giuliani's Left-Hand Studies, Op. 1 * New lessons and exercises * Improved music engravings * An updated, high-definition video to stream or download Review: Demanding practice book - A demanding workout book for the classical guitarist with good advice on how to approach practice sessions alongside exacting drills. Review: Material looks great but Audio Download near Impossible - Like all Alfred.com products the music books have great material and instructions but downloading the audio/video files to be able to listen/watch offline have always been a nightmare. You have to download their app (Purple Media player) and download mp3's from within it. Which NEVER WORKS! You are left in a download queue forever. Everything is so well hidden on their web site and app that you are forced to be constantly online to listen or watch the appropriate instructions. Every music book I've bought from them is the same. Their web site and app is designed to be an absolute pain in the neck!! And I've been using computers since the days of punch cards...That my gripe. HOWEVER, as stated above the material in the book and the online videos (nearly 4 hours) are second to none. I have found material and technical solutions I've never found elsewhere. It really is a treasure trove of information and examples. A really wonderful book!!! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 420,779 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 671 in Music Techniques 953 in Classical Music (Books) 1,228 in Guitars | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 160 Reviews | ## Images ![Pumping Nylon -- Complete: The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook (Book & Online Audio & Video): The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook, Second Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91RnLtuI3ML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Demanding practice book *by R***H on 26 August 2026* A demanding workout book for the classical guitarist with good advice on how to approach practice sessions alongside exacting drills. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Material looks great but Audio Download near Impossible *by A***R on 17 September 2024* Like all Alfred.com products the music books have great material and instructions but downloading the audio/video files to be able to listen/watch offline have always been a nightmare. You have to download their app (Purple Media player) and download mp3's from within it. Which NEVER WORKS! You are left in a download queue forever. Everything is so well hidden on their web site and app that you are forced to be constantly online to listen or watch the appropriate instructions. Every music book I've bought from them is the same. Their web site and app is designed to be an absolute pain in the neck!! And I've been using computers since the days of punch cards...That my gripe. HOWEVER, as stated above the material in the book and the online videos (nearly 4 hours) are second to none. I have found material and technical solutions I've never found elsewhere. It really is a treasure trove of information and examples. A really wonderful book!!! ### ⭐ No CD/DVD included and no way to access online content *by C***R on 2 May 2022* For what is included this book is a bargain for intermediate players. Left hand studies are worth the price alone. It's a shame there was no CD / DVD and online mp3 access included as it is always handy to know what a piece should sound like before taking it on. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pumping Nylon -- Complete: The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook, Book & Online Video/Audio (Pumping Nylon Series) - The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method - Volume 1: Guitar | The Art and Technique of the Classical Guitar | Book for Beginners | Sheet Music and Exercises for Skill Development - The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method – Volume 2 – Classical Guitar Technique and Repertoire | Advanced Skills Including Tremolo, Harmonics, Vibrato, and Slurs | 32 Classical Pieces --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/55273386-pumping-nylon-complete-the-classical-guitarists-technique-handbook-book-online](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/55273386-pumping-nylon-complete-the-classical-guitarists-technique-handbook-book-online) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-10-22*