Rhythm Guitar Chord System
Rhythm Guitar Chord System

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-01-07

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 1609747836

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Commonly referred to as the rhythm guitarist's bible, this innovative book is a system of guitar chord formation which maximizes power voicing while minimizing left-hand movement! Originally written by Mel Bay in 1947, this landmark publication was reissued in its original typesetting in 1973 to become the definitive text on jazz chords in private teaching studios and university jazz guitar departments around the globe. Mr. Bay's practical, analytical approach to the fingerboard produced this comprehensive system for learning full-sounding orchestral jazz guitar chords.

Mel Bay's Modern Guitar Method Grade 2
Mel Bay's Modern Guitar Method Grade 2

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2006-01-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780786673810

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Grade 2 / Expanded version of the famed Mel Bay Modern Guitar Method adds new, carefully graded playing material for every concept taught. Solos arepresented in various styles. A special feature is the addition of in-depth picking studies in the keys of C, Am, G, Em, F, Dm, D, and Bm. Additional studies are contained in second position and in 6/8 time. In short, if you really want to learn to play great guitar, this is the method! It is unmatched in its thoroughness in teaching every important concept. and bull; Additional New Music for Every Concept Taught and bull; Picking Studies in 8 keys and bull; New Solos in Diverse Styles and bull; Begins Study of Position Playing and bull; Carefully Graded to Move at a User Friendly Paceand bull; Unmatched in Comprehensiveness and bull; Companion Dual CD Set Available and bull; Spiral Binding Available

Guitar Chords
Guitar Chords

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2015-04-27

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 1619114925

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This book is considered to be the largest selling basic guitar chord book ever published! Twelve basic guitar chord types are shown in three ways: photograph, notation, and chord diagram. In addition, a special bonus section is contained showing in photo and diagram the essential moveable rhythm guitar chord forms. This special section contains the basics of Mel Bay's acclaimed Rhythm Chord Playing System showing the guitarist how to finger numerous advanced chord forms with a minimum of hand movement! Chords shown in photo, notation, and diagram form include Major, Minor, Dominant Seventh, Diminished, Augmented, Ninth, Major Seventh, Minor Seventh, Seventh #5, Seventh b5, Sixth and Minor Sixth. Chords are shown in the bonus Moveable Rhythm Chord section include Major, Minor, 7th, Minor 7th, 7sus4, 7b5, 7#5, Minor 7b5, Sixth, Minor 6th, Diminished 7th, Diminished add 9, 9th, Minor 9th, 9b5, 9#5, Minor 9b5, 7th b9, 7th b9#5, 11th, 9 add 6, Minor 9 add 6, 13th, 13sus11, 13 b9, 13th b9 b5. Includes access to an online instructional video.

Modern Guitar Method Grade 5, Expanded Edition
Modern Guitar Method Grade 5, Expanded Edition

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13: 1609746635

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Contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies and duets in the keys of C, Am, G, Em, F, Dm, D, Bm, Bb and Gm.Presents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key.For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions.The most comprehensive approach to contemporary guitar mastery available!

The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar
The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar

Author: Jamey Andreas

Publisher:

Published: 2005-01-01

Total Pages: 106

ISBN-13: 9780975528525

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2004 Silver Award Winner for Best Instructional Materials by Acoustic Guitar Magazine.Correct Practice is what all good players do, whether they know they are doing it or not! That's how they get to be good players. Whether you are a beginner or a player with the usual problems, here is your Foundation book, "The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar!"- for ALL styles and ALL levels. "The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar" is composed of three elements:Understandings: Concepts which you must understand in order to begin to practice effectivelyTools: Practice Approaches to be used to solve problems in playing. These approaches are based on certain key Understandings, such as Muscle Memory and Sympathetic Tension, as well as Attention and Awareness.Exercises: Specific routines to be done during practice, that will build technique, (playing ability) in a step by step fashion, each step building on the previous one, and preparing for the next.

Modern Guitar Method Grade 6, Expanded Edition
Modern Guitar Method Grade 6, Expanded Edition

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13: 1609746619

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Grade 6/Expanded version of the famed Mel Bay Modern Guitar Method adds new, carefully graded playing material for every concept taught. Solos are presented in various styles. Contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies and duets in the keys of A, F#m, Eb, Cm, E, C#m, Ab and Fm.Additional New Music for Every Concept TaughtCarefully Graded to Move at a User Friendly PacePresents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key.For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions.The most comprehensive approach to contemporary guitar mastery available!

Modern Guitar Method Grade 7. Expanded Edition
Modern Guitar Method Grade 7. Expanded Edition

Author: William Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13: 1609746392

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Contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies, and duets in the keys of B, G#m, Db, Bbm, Gb, and Ebm.Presents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key.For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions.The most comprehensive approach to contemporary guitar mastery available!

Modern Guitar Method Grade 4, Expanded Edition
Modern Guitar Method Grade 4, Expanded Edition

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2014-11-04

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1610650115

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A comprehensive text filled with solos, technique and scale studies, duets and chord etudes designed to develop familiarity and skill playing in the higher positions on the guitar fingerboard. Fourth position is studied utilizing the keys of E, A, C#m and D. Fifth position studies are in F, Dm, C, Am, Bb and Eb. Seventh Position is developed with studies and solos in the keys of C, G, Em, Bm, F, Dm,D and Gm. Finally, the 9th position is presented using the key of A Major. Online audio download available

Modern Guitar Method Grade 2 - Expanded Edition
Modern Guitar Method Grade 2 - Expanded Edition

Author: WILLIAM BAY

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 89

ISBN-13: 1609745922

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Grade 2/Expanded version of the famed Mel Bay Modern Guitar Method adds new, carefully graded playing material for every concept taught. Solos are presented in various styles. A special feature is the addition of in-depth picking studies in the keys of C, Am, G, Em, F, Dm, D, and Bm. Additional studies are contained in second position and in 6/8 time. In short, if you really want to learn to play great guitar, this is the method! It is unmatched in its thoroughness in teaching every important concept.•

Modern Guitar Method Grade 3, Expanded Edition
Modern Guitar Method Grade 3, Expanded Edition

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1609746228

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This expanded edition of the acclaimed Modern Guitar Method Grade 3 contains outstanding solos, etudes, chord melody studies, scale studies and duets in the keys of A, F#m, G, D, Em, Bm, F, Dm, Bb, Gm, Eb, Cm, Ab and Fm! In addition, 2nd and 3rd positions are thoroughly explored. Every concept in the original Grade 3 has been expanded with ample playing material. Completion of this text will assure that the guitar student is well on the way to becoming an accomplished guitarist.