Covers all of the bending techniques that you've ever heard and some that you never knew existed! Learn about fearless wide bends, quantized bending, rubber guitar, microtonal bending and more. It also includes a section on whammy bar techniques.
This book gives you detailed descriptions of the most effective tapping techniques. Music examples, shown in both standard music notation and TAB, are large and easy-to-read. Includes plenty of fun technique-building exercises. The recording demonstrates each example.
This book takes the mystery out of playing fast. Finger independence, relaxation techniques, strength building, picking technique, dexerity and endurance are just some of the topics covered. Develop your ultimate velocity with the help of this easy, fun-to-read technical manual. Contains all of the essential exercises needed for mastering rapid-fire guitar playing. The recording demonstrates all of the examples at slow and fast tempos.
Develop the slide guitar chops you have always dreamed of! Includes detailed descriptions of the most effective slide techniques. Plenty of fun technique-building exercises are shown in standard music notation and TAB.
This ultimate guide to great playing includes lessons on everything from barre chords to tapping, slide and sweeping, to fingerstyle, flamenco, and more!
Develop the slide guitar chops you have always dreamed of! Includes detailed descriptions of the most effective slide techniques. Plenty of fun technique-building exercises are shown in standard music notation and TAB.
The Art Of Lutherie offers a glimpse into the mind and craft of luthier Tom Bills, whom many consider to be one of the most talented luthiers today. In this beautifully written and enjoyable read, Tom elegantly and clearly shares his best- kept secrets and methods of custom guitar making - those which make his guitars favorites among top collectors and players. Tom's unique approach to The Art Of Lutherie will empower and inspire you to create more than just a guitar, but a truly unique work of art. The information that is generously shared within this insightful and timeless work is both practical and applicable. It contains the same hard-won wisdom that only comes from years of experience and experimentation that Tom uses in creating his inspiring instruments. Over the years, he has producedinstruments considered to be some of the bestsounding guitars ever made. Learning the steps of how to build a guitar is important, but understanding whymaster luthiers take those steps and make those decisions can empower you to make your own educated choices. This will allow you to create unique guitars, and the world needs your art, your guitars - your important contribution. The Art Of Lutherie, a truly unique and inspiring guide, can prepare you to reach new heights when designing and creating unique guitars. It is not often I heap such lavish praise on people; however, Tom is in this case more than deserving: I know of no other luthier whose work I respect more. Tom knows his craft inside and out; he pours his soul into every guitar he makes; heuses cutting-edge science to guide his work, and it shows...as head of Artist Relations and Product Development at Mel Bay, it gives me great pleasure topublish Tom's work, which will no doubt take the art of lutherie to a new level. I hope you'll spend some time soaking in this book - it will certainly augmentyour musicality - Collin Bay. Includes access to online video
The Total Acoustic Guitarist is an exciting journey through the diverse world of acoustic guitar playing. You start by strumming some basic tunes and end up slapping, tapping, and sliding your way through some cool and funky arrangements. This wide-ranging study of the acoustic guitar is for players of all levels. The book touches on contemporary stylings and also tips its hat to the greats of the past. A CD with backing tracks in different styles to jam over is included.
This book is for intermediate players as well as those who have completed book two of the series. You will learn about minor blues, intros, turnarounds, endings, rhythm riffs and Texas swing. In addition to easy-to-understand lessons on improvisation and theory, how to use, mix and expand pentatonic scale patterns is explained. A CD is available which demonstrates each example.