Tutorial for new players

I'm new to the BG franchise and from watching LP's on Youtube I've noticed the unforgiving difficulty level. Will there be some kind of tutorial or learn as you play mechanic?
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First of all WELCOME to the one of the best rpgs ever created!! if it keeps us busy for 14 years, it cant be wrong
second I recommend you to read the excellent @Winthal thread:
http://forum.baldursgate.com/discussion/1992/basic-game-tips-for-new-players#latest
last advice, be cautious reading this forum - Its a Mega-Heaven for spoilers!