I received a copy of RUS for Christmas and have spent several hours going through it. I have read some of the previous threads on its pros and cons and see valid points on both sides. It looks like a good fit for a group of church friends that have started to get together. We love to sing, but we do have trouble finding songs we all know. I think RUS will be a big help.

Has anyone tried the companion Teaching Tapes? According to the advertisement in the back of the book, the tapes covery every song by singing the melody (at least one verse and the chorus) as well as the guitar chords. This seems like a useful idea, but I could use some opinions before I spring for the $35 per set.

Thanks in advance.