Recorded Lessons from one of America's greatest guitarists Johnny Hiland teaches his stellar hi-low, low -hi soloing techniques in a 1-4-5 pattern across the keys of A, D & E. Lessons in standard notation and TAB with complete audio instruction.
100 Transcribed and Fully Notated Country Guitar Licks from the Masters 100 Audio Examples 10 Backing Tracks An Authentic Opportunity to Learn Country Guitar Language In Sam Smiley's groundbreaking book, the essential language of country guitar is broken down in to short, authentic phrases which have been lovingly transcribed from the best country guitar players in the world. Examples come from such diverse players as Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Don Rich and Brad Paisley. In order to quickly master any language, it is best to immerse ourselves in its dialogue. Instead of learning grammar and sentence structure first, the way we naturally learn to speak is by learning words and phrases from our parents. Chicken Pickin' applies this concept to the the way we learn country guitar, and instead of teaching you theory first, you're immersed into a world of exciting, dynamic licks and vocabulary. All the licks are written in standard notation and tab and include corresponding audio examples. Learn Country Guitar Techniques and Tone Chicken Pickin' also includes extensive sections on the important techniques of country guitar, specialized oblique and pedal steel bends, muting and hybrid picking are all covered in detail. In addition, there are biographies and information on all the important players, plus a large section on getting the right gear and tone to sound authentic. Chicken Pickin' The Vocabulary of the Country Guitar Masters is available from Amazon in paperback and eBook formats, and available for download as a .pdf from the link below. If you want to quickly learn country guitar soloing and develop authentic language, this is the method for you.
(Hot Licks). For the first time, the legendary Hot Licks guitar instruction video series is being made available in book format with online access to all the classic video footage. All the guitar tab from the original video booklets has been re-transcribed and edited using modern-day technology to provide you with the most accurate transcriptions ever created for this series. Plus, we've included tab for examples that were previously not transcribed, providing you with the most comprehensive Hot Licks guitar lessons yet. Johnny Hiland is one of Nashville's scariest pickers. In this Hot Licks video, he takes you through key aspects of hot country guitar playing, including chicken pickin', double stops, pedal steel licks, hybrid picking, banjo rolls, and much more. As a bonus, Hiland is joined by Arlen Roth, Bill Holloman, and Shannon Ford for some truly memorable barn-burning band segments.
(Guitar Educational). Chicken Pickin' provides a "bird's-eye-view" of this quintessential country style, teaching the techniques and licks common to playing hot lead guitar! It covers: open-string licks, double-stop licks, scales, string bending, repetitive sequences, chromatic licks and much more. The book includes standard notation and tab, and the accompanying CD features 99 demonstration tracks, with each lick in the book performed at two tempos.
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: A clever, singing rabbit eats his way through the pea patch until Little Girl snatches him up and he is soon singing a new tune as he plans his escape. With a nod to Brer Rabbit, Pickin Peas is adapted from two folktales collected in Alabama and Virginia. The lively storytelling voice of award-winning author Margaret Read MacDonald, combined with Pat Cummings' bright, bold contemporary illustrations, makes this timeless battle-of-wits an instant classic.
(Guitar Educational). This exclusive instructional book with video includes guitar lessons taught by young Nashville phenom Daniel Donato. The "New Master of the Telecaster" shows you his unique "pathways" concept, opening your mind and fingers to uninhibited fretboard freedom, increased music theory comprehension, and more dynamic solos! The video features Daniel Donato himself providing full-band performances and a full hour of guitar lessons. The book includes guitar tab for all the lessons and performances. Topics covered include: using chromatic notes * application of bends * double stops * analyzing different styles * and more.
(Guitar Method). This book uses real country songs to teach you the basics of rhythm and lead country guitar in the style of Chet Atkins, James Burton, Albert Lee, Merle Travis, and many others. Lessons include: Chords, Scales and Licks * Common Progressions and Riffs * Carter Style and Travis Picking * Steel Licks, String Bending and Vibrato * Standard Notation and Tablature * and much more! Songs include: Could I Have This Dance * Green Green Grass of Home * I Fall to Pieces * Satin Sheets * Yakety Sax * and more.
Johnny Hiland is one of the brightest stars in the world of country guitar. In this followup to his revolutionary book Chickin' Pickin' Vol. 1, Mr. Hiland teaches his amazing virtuosic style of guitar playing and his stellar hi-low, low-hi soloing techniques in a 1-4-5 pattern across the keys of C, F & G. Lessons are presented in standard notation and TAB with complete step-by-step audio instruction.
For all guitarists, the quest to finding the guitar tone you hear in your head and then recording it is a never-ending journey. The Ultimate Guitar Tone Handbook is your definitive guide to discovering that great, elusive guitar sound and making sure it's recorded well. This book features a series of interviews with expert players, guitar technicians, recording engineers, record producers, and gear manufacturers to give you an inside look into the business of guitar tone. The included online media provides both audio and visual reference points to help you achieve the classic sounds you hear on records. The Ultimate Guitar Tone Handbook offers quality information that will serve as a solid base for development of any guitar player or guitar recording artist's imagination. - Mateus Tebaldi, MusicGearReview.com
Got a little space and a hankering for fresh eggs? Robert and Hannah Litt have dispensed advice to hundreds of urban and suburban chicken-keepers from behind their perch at Portland’s Urban Farm Store, and now they’re ready to help you go local and sustainable with your own backyard birds. In this handy guide to breeds, feed, coops, and care, the Litts take you under their experienced wings and share the secrets to: Picking the breeds that are right for you • Building a sturdy coop in one weekend for $100 • Raising happy and hearty chicks • Feeding your flock for optimal health and egg nutrition • Preventing and treating common chicken diseases • Planning ahead for family, neighborhood, and legal considerations • Whipping up tasty egg recipes from flan to frittata With everything that first-timers will need to get started—along with expert tips for more seasoned keepers—this colorful, nuts-and-bolts manual proves that keeping chickens is all it’s cracked up to be.