Blues

Blues

Author: Dick Weissman

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 9780415970686

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First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.


Blues: The Basics

Blues: The Basics

Author: Dick Weissman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2004-10-28

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 1135877122

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Blues: The Basics offers a concise introduction to a century of the blues. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the major eras in the growth and development of this popular musical style. Material includes: a definition of the blues and the major genres within it key artists such as Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson and Blind Lemon Jefferson key recordings Complete with timelines and suggestions for further investigation, this fascinating overview is ideal for students and interested listeners.


Blues: The Basics

Blues: The Basics

Author: Dick Weissman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2004-10-28

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 1135877114

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Blues: The Basics offers a concise introduction to a century of the blues. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the major eras in the growth and development of this popular musical style. Material includes: a definition of the blues and the major genres within it key artists such as Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson and Blind Lemon Jefferson key recordings Complete with timelines and suggestions for further investigation, this fascinating overview is ideal for students and interested listeners.


Blues Guitar Basics: Steps One & Two Combined with CD (Audio)

Blues Guitar Basics: Steps One & Two Combined with CD (Audio)

Author: Keith Wyatt

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781576236383

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Take the first step towards mastering blues guitar. This book & CD will guide you through everything you need to know to begin playing blues guitar, including shuffle rhythms, turnarounds, blues soloing, call-and-response patterns, play-along "jam" tracks, slow blues, blues scale positions, and the "B.B. King secret scale pattern." Includes complete play-along tracks on CD.


Blues You Can Use (Music Instruction)

Blues You Can Use (Music Instruction)

Author: John Ganapes

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 1995-10-01

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 1476857385

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(Guitar Educational). A comprehensive source designed to help guitarists develop both lead and rhythm playing. Covers: Texas, Delta, R&B, early rock and roll, gospel, blues/rock and more. Includes 21 complete solos; chord progressions and riffs; turnarounds; moveable scales and more. The audio features leads and full band backing.


Beyond Basics

Beyond Basics

Author: Keith Wyatt

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 1997-11

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9780769200385

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Acoustic Blues Guitar teaches blues chord forms, stylistic licks and patterns, blues scales, turnarounds, solo country blues style guitar, independent bass line and melody ideas, and more. The book includes a full-color photo section showing all types of slides. Written in standard notation and tablature.


Piedmont Style Country Blues Guitar Basics

Piedmont Style Country Blues Guitar Basics

Author: Valerie Turner

Publisher:

Published: 2017-07-15

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780999067000

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Piedmont Style Country Blues Guitar Basics presents accessible guitar arrangements inspired by the repertoires of Country Blues artists like Mississippi John Hurt, John Cephas, Elizabeth Cotten, Mance Lipscomb, John Jackson, Blind Willie McTell, Lead Belly, Papa Charlie Jackson, Rev. Gary Davis, Furry Lewis, and Son House. With over 20 music arrangements aimed at the beginner and intermediate levels, the songs in this book span a variety of keys, tunings, and timings, and are represented using a combination of chord charts, tablature, standard music notation, and accompanying audio. Interesting photographs, lyrics, and anecdotes round out the book and add to its charm.


Complete Acoustic Blues Method

Complete Acoustic Blues Method

Author: Lou Manzi

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2006-06

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780739038291

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The conclusion of this power-packed acoustic blues guitar method begins with a review of transposition and immediately proceeds to great acoustic blues music. It provides an in-depth and exciting exploration of fingerstyle blues---with lots of pieces in standard, open and alternate tunings. Slide guitar technique is also covered, with examples in standard and open tunings. The book takes a much closer look at pentatonic and blues scale theory and application. Modal theory is introduced, with special attention given to the Mixolydian and Dorian modes. Jazz blues, walking bass lines, popping the bass and advanced muting techniques are all covered as well. Any player, no matter how advanced, can improve their playing and learn lots of great music with this book.


How to Play Blues Guitar: the Basics and Beyond

How to Play Blues Guitar: the Basics and Beyond

Author: Richard Johnston

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2002-06-01

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781617744891

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(Book). Packed with musical examples, charts and photos, this is a complete, step-by-step course for learning acoustic or electric blues guitar. In-depth lessons teach you to build your own style while exploring the music of traditional bluesmen and modern stars. From practicing your scales and turn-arounds to breaking out Chicago-style, this book from the former editor of Guitar Player brings you: essential lessons on blues basics; insights into the music of masters like B.B. King, Eric Clapton, John Lee Hooker, T-Bone Walker, Albert Collins, Buddy Guy and many others; advice on selecting gear and setting up your guitar; a great blues discography; and even free access to audio lessons on the web!