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String Theory Album UI v4 — Bob Harris Guitar
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STRINGTHEORY

A Course by

Bob Harris

& Sharifu

10,000,000+ YouTube views
1st Place, Guitar Player International
Sessions with Johnny Cash & Bob Dylan

Guitar Course

Beginner
to Intermediate
in 6 Weeks

One song. Ten essential skills. A journey from your first clear note to flowing fingerstyle at 180 bpm — guided by a master of the craft.

"Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a Great Teacher." — Japanese Proverb

Distinguished Teacher

Bob Harris

  • Creator of YouTube's all-time most popular "Fingerpicking For Beginners" video — over 10,000,000 views
  • 1st Place Winner, Guitar Player International's "Ultimate Guitar Competition" (1992)
  • Session guitarist who has recorded & performed with Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and more
"Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a Great Teacher." — Japanese Proverb.  Bob is that Great Teacher.

10 MILLION VIEWS!

Assistant Teacher

Sharifu

Sharifu brings warmth, patience, and precision to every session. As assistant teacher he demonstrates everything from lullaby pace to full 185 bpm performance speed — bridging the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

Together, Bob and Sharifu create a rare environment: technically exacting, deeply encouraging, and alive with the joy of music.

The Format

  • Live weekly Zoom sessions with Bob & Sharifu
  • Access to Bob's private website
  • Supportive student community
  • One-on-one lesson with Bob — included

The Heart of the Course

"Fireflies"

Instead of scattered exercises, this entire course is built around one original piece — Fireflies. By learning it thoroughly, from your very first note to a flowing 185 bpm, you absorb every technique that unlocks intermediate guitar.

Master the song; master the skills.

Maestro Bob — Section A1

Sharifu Demonstrates

Lullaby → 185 bpm

Lullaby Speed

Full Speed — 185 bpm

What You Will Learn

Skills — I

01Transitions & Seeing Ahead
02Accuracy
03Timing
04Brush Stroke
05Pull-Offs

Each technique is woven into Fireflies — learned in real musical context, not in isolation.



What You Will Learn

Skills — II

06Slides
07Harmonics
08Dynamics
09Legato (Sustain / "Floaters")
10Reaching 180 bpm

At Week 6

You'll play Fireflies smoothly at full performance speed — with the expressiveness, timing, and touch of an intermediate guitarist.

Written Testimonial

Joel S.

Joel S.

Student

"Bob's precise and detailed teaching style made learning complex techniques — like tempo, natural harmonics, legato, speed, dynamics, pull-offs, and slides — easy to understand. Even for a senior citizen like me, who has never played any instrument.

The real-time Zoom sessions and Bob's private website foster a strong sense of community. It was a safe, pressure-free space to grow. This has been a truly productive and unique experience. I couldn't be more pleased to recommend this program!"

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Student Stories

In Their Own Words

Written Testimonial

James G.

James G.

Student

"Wow, what a fantastic experience! The course exceeded my expectations. Bob's teaching methods made learning enjoyable and effective.

The Zoom sessions were interactive — everyone shared their progress, thoughts, and goals while supporting each other. Everyone was there to learn and grow together! I sincerely thank Bob, Sharifu, and the class for making this a special experience. Thank you all, and God bless."

Course Overview

A Glimpse At Our Program

A quick look at what makes this program different from anything else out there.

Extended Preview

A Deeper Look

Want to understand the full arc before you commit? This extended video walks you through everything.

Getting Started

What You Need

  • A guitar in standard tuning (EADGBE)
  • Basic familiarity with reading tabs
  • A computer with a good internet connection
  • Camera & mic  (Live Students only)
  • A free Zoom account

Who This Is For

Guitarists who know the fundamentals and want to develop skills that make playing more dynamic and expressive — beginner-plus to confidently intermediate, in six weeks.

The Experience

How It Works

  • Weekly live Zoom sessions — interactive, real-time feedback with Bob & Sharifu
  • Access to Bob's private website between sessions
  • Supportive student community — pressure-free and encouraging
  • One-on-one lesson with Bob included in the course
  • All this at a fraction of the cost of private lessons

One more page — there's something else worth knowing.

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Also Available

String Theory
Guitar Club

An ongoing musical home. Membership includes this course — plus a growing community of players learning and growing together around the fire.

Join the Club  →

Ready to Begin?

The fire is lit.
Gather around.

Start your 6-week journey from beginner to intermediate — guided by a master, supported by a community.

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String Theory Guitar Club

String Theory Guitar Club

You will start your membership with our “Beginner To Intermediate Guitar in 6 Weeks” program, and then proceed to more advanced songs and techniques — including songs you always wished you could play.

We meet twice a month to discuss your latest guitar challenges.

With maestro Bob Harris and teaching assistant Sharifu

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Guitar Beginner Plus+ to Intermediate in 6 Weeks | String Theory
String Theory Guitar Club

GUITAR BEGINNER PLUS+ TO INTERMEDIATE IN 6 WEEKS

The class is for the guitarist that wants to go from a beginner + level to an intermediate level.

This class is based on the live version with maestro Bob Harris and teaching assistant Sharifu.
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Mandy and The Meow Meows

I had been stuck in the twilight zone of beginner guitar learning for a while when I came across Bob's and Sharifu's self-paced course and later decided to join String Theory.  

Not only is the practice material clearly structured and easy to follow,  Bob is also a very attuned teacher whose experience,  patience,  and love for the instrument provide an excellent environment for learning. Both Bob and Sharifu are very generous with their time and always give guidance when needed. If you want to make real progress, you're in the right place!

Bob has taught thousands of students from around the world fingerpicking guitar