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Chords for Guitar

Transposable Chord Shapes using the CAGED System

by Gareth Evans ...

Chords for Guitar is about moveable chord shapes based on the CAGED guitar system. Rather than presenting you with 1000+ chords which are actually the same shapes moved up or down the fretboard, Chords for Guitar makes things into a simpler unified process by showing only the moveable shapes and how to move them up or down the fretboard. This allows for more chord types.Guitar Chord Reference - ... Read more

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Chords for Guitar is about moveable chord shapes based on the CAGED guitar system. Rather than presenting you with 1000+ chords which are actually the same shapes moved up or down the fretboard, Chords for Guitar makes things into a simpler unified process by showing only the moveable shapes and how to move them up or down the fretboard. This allows for more chord types.Guitar Chord Reference -
... Read more
Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies

by Dave Hunter ...

Learn the secrets to achieving your ultimate soundWhether amateur or pro, guitarists live for the ultimate sound. Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies provides the information and instruction you need to discover that sound and make it your own! Written in the characteristically easy-to-read Dummies style, this book is ideal for beginners and experienced musicians alike, and can help all players ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

Learn the secrets to achieving your ultimate soundWhether amateur or pro, guitarists live for the ultimate sound. Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies provides the information and instruction you need to discover that sound and make it your own! Written in the characteristically easy-to-read Dummies style, this book is ideal for beginners and experienced musicians alike, and can help all players
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No Remedy for Love

by Liona Boyd ...

A new memoir from internationally renowned musician Liona Boyd.Few people’s lives are as romantic and adventurous as Liona Boyd’s has been. She has performed around the world, sold millions of albums, won five Juno awards, serenaded numerous heads of state, and, for eight years, dated Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau.Continuing her story in a new memoir, Liona recounts how she lost her ability to ... Read more

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A new memoir from internationally renowned musician Liona Boyd.Few people’s lives are as romantic and adventurous as Liona Boyd’s has been. She has performed around the world, sold millions of albums, won five Juno awards, serenaded numerous heads of state, and, for eight years, dated Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau.Continuing her story in a new memoir, Liona recounts how she lost her ability to
... Read more
The Jimi Hendrix Experience

by Jerry Hopkins ...

It’s been over forty years since the tragic death of Jimi Hendrix, yet his popularity is undiminished and his place as the preeminent electric guitarist of the ages is still unrivaled. In The Jimi Hendrix Experience, bestselling author and rock aficionado Jerry Hopkins delves into the legendary life and career of the greatest man to ever pick up a guitar.With a consistent mix of greatness and ... Read more

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It’s been over forty years since the tragic death of Jimi Hendrix, yet his popularity is undiminished and his place as the preeminent electric guitarist of the ages is still unrivaled. In The Jimi Hendrix Experience, bestselling author and rock aficionado Jerry Hopkins delves into the legendary life and career of the greatest man to ever pick up a guitar.With a consistent mix of greatness and
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A Guide to Non-Jazz Improvisation: Mandolin Edition

by Dick Weissman, Dan Fox ...

The non-jazz improvisation series is a concept that germinated in Dick Weissman's mind while he was attending music school. He wrote a 15-piece arrangement of the old square dance tune, Cripple Creek, and wanted the trombone to take a solo as part of the arrangement. When the trombonist kept playing a bebop solo that was totally unsuitable for the chart, Dick realized that - in addition to the ... Read more

$27.47 CAD

The non-jazz improvisation series is a concept that germinated in Dick Weissman's mind while he was attending music school. He wrote a 15-piece arrangement of the old square dance tune, Cripple Creek, and wanted the trombone to take a solo as part of the arrangement. When the trombonist kept playing a bebop solo that was totally unsuitable for the chart, Dick realized that - in addition to the
... Read more
Mandolin Songwriter’s Chord Progression Bible

Mandolin Songwriter’s Chord Progression Bible, #5

by MusicResources ...

Series Book 5 - Mandolin Songwriter’s Chord Progression Bible
Are you tired of struggling to write songs for your mandolin? Look no further than the "Mandolin Songwriter's Chord Progression Bible." This comprehensive guide includes over 150 different sets of progressions to help you take your songwriting to the next level.The book is organized to give you an overview of the style that fits each chord sequence, but remember, it's not set in stone - use it as ... Read more

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Are you tired of struggling to write songs for your mandolin? Look no further than the "Mandolin Songwriter's Chord Progression Bible." This comprehensive guide includes over 150 different sets of progressions to help you take your songwriting to the next level.The book is organized to give you an overview of the style that fits each chord sequence, but remember, it's not set in stone - use it as
... Read more
Brian May's Red Special

The Story of the Home-made Guitar that Rocked Queen and the World

by Brian May, Simon Bradley ...

In Brian May's Red Special you will discover everything about Brian May's unique, home-made guitar. Brian reveals all, from the guitar's origins to playing on the roof of Buckingham Palace, from Live Aid to the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, from the set of Bohemian Rhapsody to opening the Academy Awards in 2019 where the film scooped four Oscars. All of this is accompanied by ... Read more

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In Brian May's Red Special you will discover everything about Brian May's unique, home-made guitar. Brian reveals all, from the guitar's origins to playing on the roof of Buckingham Palace, from Live Aid to the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, from the set of Bohemian Rhapsody to opening the Academy Awards in 2019 where the film scooped four Oscars. All of this is accompanied by
... Read more
Mastering the Guitar Class Method, Level 1/Beginning 9th Grade and Higher

A Comprehensive Method for Today's Guitarist!

by William Bay, Mike Christiansen ...

In this class guitar method, traditional fundamentals of playing guitar are presented using an innovative approach. Students are shown chords and accompaniment techniques as well as how to read music and play solo guitar. The carefully graded repertoire in this book is stylistically diverse and includes music from many cultures. A section is devoted to teaching students how to improvise over blues ... Read more

$31.59 CAD

In this class guitar method, traditional fundamentals of playing guitar are presented using an innovative approach. Students are shown chords and accompaniment techniques as well as how to read music and play solo guitar. The carefully graded repertoire in this book is stylistically diverse and includes music from many cultures. A section is devoted to teaching students how to improvise over blues
... Read more
Guitar Theory For Dummies with Online Practice

by Desi Serna ...

Make your guitar sing with insight on music theory brings your instrument to lifeThere’s a universe of incredible music living in your guitar. You just need to discover how to let it out. In Guitar Theory For Dummies, expert guitarist and instructor Desi Serna walks you through the music theory concepts you need to understand to expand your musical horizons. From deciphering the mysteries of the ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Make your guitar sing with insight on music theory brings your instrument to lifeThere’s a universe of incredible music living in your guitar. You just need to discover how to let it out. In Guitar Theory For Dummies, expert guitarist and instructor Desi Serna walks you through the music theory concepts you need to understand to expand your musical horizons. From deciphering the mysteries of the
... Read more
Guitar Journals: Fingerstyle

by Lee "Drew" Andrews ...

Series series Guitar Journals
Mel Bay's series, Guitar Journals, is the ultimate reference guide of studies and solos in several different genres. Included in this wonderful fingerstyle journal are a myriad of tunes in many styles: Easy, Blues, Gospel, Classic, Fiddle Tunes, Thumbpicking, Patriotic, Ballads, Early Jazz, Latin, Celtic, DADGAD, Ragtime and Contemporary. Perfect for the student to professional musician, this ... Read more

$27.47 CAD

Mel Bay's series, Guitar Journals, is the ultimate reference guide of studies and solos in several different genres. Included in this wonderful fingerstyle journal are a myriad of tunes in many styles: Easy, Blues, Gospel, Classic, Fiddle Tunes, Thumbpicking, Patriotic, Ballads, Early Jazz, Latin, Celtic, DADGAD, Ragtime and Contemporary. Perfect for the student to professional musician, this
... Read more
A Trick of Memory

The Autobiography of Jethro Tull's Guitarist

by Martin Barre ...

Martin Barre, the legendary guitarist of Jethro Tull, tells his story for the first time in A Trick of Memory. For more than four decades, Barre's guitar defined the sound of one of rock's most enduring bands, from the iconic riff in Aqualung to Grammy Award–winning performances. His unique style made him a driving force in progressive rock and an influence on generations of guitarists.This ... Read more

$33.99 CAD

Martin Barre, the legendary guitarist of Jethro Tull, tells his story for the first time in A Trick of Memory. For more than four decades, Barre's guitar defined the sound of one of rock's most enduring bands, from the iconic riff in Aqualung to Grammy Award–winning performances. His unique style made him a driving force in progressive rock and an influence on generations of guitarists.This
... Read more
Complete Joe Pass

Solo transcriptions by Roland Leone

by Joe Pass ...

Music critics and performers alike have hailed Joe Pass as one of the finest jazz musicians to have ever lived. This book effectively combines five previously published books by Joe Pass in a single comprehensive volume including his insights on harmony, melody, and phrasing as well as transcriptions of recorded solos and Joe Pass/Herb Ellis duets. The transcribed solos are: Bay City Blues, Foxy ... Read more

$41.21 CAD

Music critics and performers alike have hailed Joe Pass as one of the finest jazz musicians to have ever lived. This book effectively combines five previously published books by Joe Pass in a single comprehensive volume including his insights on harmony, melody, and phrasing as well as transcriptions of recorded solos and Joe Pass/Herb Ellis duets. The transcribed solos are: Bay City Blues, Foxy
... Read more
History of the American Guitar

1833 to the Present Day

by Tony Bacon ...

First published in 2001 and now updated and expanded, History of the American Guitar begins in New York City in the 1830s with the arrival of Christian Martin, from Germany, to set up the Martin company. From that historic moment, the book takes readers on a fascinating and comprehensive visual tour of U.S. guitar history. Over 75 brand names are represented, with more than 300 guitars ... Read more

$31.99 CAD

First published in 2001 and now updated and expanded, History of the American Guitar begins in New York City in the 1830s with the arrival of Christian Martin, from Germany, to set up the Martin company. From that historic moment, the book takes readers on a fascinating and comprehensive visual tour of U.S. guitar history. Over 75 brand names are represented, with more than 300 guitars
... Read more
Guitar Journals: Rock

by Lee "Drew" Andrews ...

Series series Guitar Journals
Mel Bay’s latest series, Guitar Journals, is the ultimate reference guide of studies and solos in several different genres. Finally, there is a volume focused directly to “Rock Guitar”, which includes a wealth of exercises and tunes ideal for everyday use - perfect for the student to the professional musician wishing to have a wide range of rock examples to add to their repertoire. Rock rhythms, ... Read more

$27.47 CAD

Mel Bay’s latest series, Guitar Journals, is the ultimate reference guide of studies and solos in several different genres. Finally, there is a volume focused directly to “Rock Guitar”, which includes a wealth of exercises and tunes ideal for everyday use - perfect for the student to the professional musician wishing to have a wide range of rock examples to add to their repertoire. Rock rhythms,
... Read more
Free Guitar Lesson Pack

Starter Bundle

by Luke Zecchin ...

FREE MINI LESSONS FOR GUITAR!Looking for inspiration? Not sure where to start? Welcome to the Free Guitar Lesson Pack! Here you’ll find a collection of popular lessons taken from our series of bestselling guitar books. Topics include fretboard memorization basics, an introduction to good technique, fundamentals for understanding chords and scales, tips on effective practice, and more.Whether you ... Read more

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FREE MINI LESSONS FOR GUITAR!Looking for inspiration? Not sure where to start? Welcome to the Free Guitar Lesson Pack! Here you’ll find a collection of popular lessons taken from our series of bestselling guitar books. Topics include fretboard memorization basics, an introduction to good technique, fundamentals for understanding chords and scales, tips on effective practice, and more.Whether you
... Read more
Guitar Zero

The Science of Becoming Musical at Any Age

by Gary Marcus ...

Gary Marcus challenges the widely held belief that innate talent is necessary to become a skilled musicianJust about every human being knows how to listen to music, but what does it take to make music? Is musicality something we are born with? Or a skill that anyone can develop at any time? If you don't start piano at the age of six, is there any hope? Is skill learning best left to children or ... Read more

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Gary Marcus challenges the widely held belief that innate talent is necessary to become a skilled musicianJust about every human being knows how to listen to music, but what does it take to make music? Is musicality something we are born with? Or a skill that anyone can develop at any time? If you don't start piano at the age of six, is there any hope? Is skill learning best left to children or
... Read more
Secrets of the Guitar - How to play the Blues scale in E (minor)

by Herman Brock ...

Learn how to play the blues scale in E minor. Learn all the blues scale patterns on different positions on the neck, and how to switch from one position to another fast.- The guitar neck explained- I - IV - V explained- 12 bar blues explained- Blues scale in E explained- Different positions on the neck- Bending strings ... Read more

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Learn how to play the blues scale in E minor. Learn all the blues scale patterns on different positions on the neck, and how to switch from one position to another fast.- The guitar neck explained- I - IV - V explained- 12 bar blues explained- Blues scale in E explained- Different positions on the neck- Bending strings
... Read more
Big Guitar Chord Book

by MoranEducation ...

6 Strings is the unique new system of chord diagrams from Moran Education. All chords are displayed in a horizontal grid, rather than the vertical one employed in most guitar books. This system is proven to optimize your learning, allowing chord patterns to be learnt and digested much faster.With over 500 chords for the guitarist,arranged by root, and in full color on compatible devices, it's the ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

6 Strings is the unique new system of chord diagrams from Moran Education. All chords are displayed in a horizontal grid, rather than the vertical one employed in most guitar books. This system is proven to optimize your learning, allowing chord patterns to be learnt and digested much faster.With over 500 chords for the guitarist,arranged by root, and in full color on compatible devices, it's the
... Read more
Jimmy Page

The Definitive Biography

by Chris Salewicz ...

An in-depth biography of Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page by the acclaimed biographer of Bob Marley and Joe Strummer, based upon the author's extensive research and interviewsThe original enigmatic rock star, Jimmy Page is a mass of contradictions. A towering presence in the guitar world and one of the most revered rock guitarists of all time, in private he is reclusive and mysterious, retiring ... Read more

$21.99 CAD

An in-depth biography of Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page by the acclaimed biographer of Bob Marley and Joe Strummer, based upon the author's extensive research and interviewsThe original enigmatic rock star, Jimmy Page is a mass of contradictions. A towering presence in the guitar world and one of the most revered rock guitarists of all time, in private he is reclusive and mysterious, retiring
... Read more
Ka-Ching Guitar and Music Theory Basics

by Paul D.E. Mitchell ...

When I began learning I could not find a single book like this that began with absolute basics and went on to explain chords and music theory behind it in a clear and concise manner. I had no access to a piano – just a beat-up Epiphone and a tuning fork so I decided to construct this book around playing and listening exercises on the guitar adding chord shapes only when needed to progress the ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

When I began learning I could not find a single book like this that began with absolute basics and went on to explain chords and music theory behind it in a clear and concise manner. I had no access to a piano – just a beat-up Epiphone and a tuning fork so I decided to construct this book around playing and listening exercises on the guitar adding chord shapes only when needed to progress the
... Read more
Guitar Chords!

by MoranEducation ...

Guitar Chords! Contains over 150 of the most essential guitar chords.Clear, specially commissioned high quality guitar chord diagrams show you the notes to play and the fingers to use, so you can play like the pros in no time!This book contains the following exclusive extras:- Guitar Fretboard Diagram- Guide to using our guitar chord diagrams- Chord reference guide ... Read more

$2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Guitar Chords! Contains over 150 of the most essential guitar chords.Clear, specially commissioned high quality guitar chord diagrams show you the notes to play and the fingers to use, so you can play like the pros in no time!This book contains the following exclusive extras:- Guitar Fretboard Diagram- Guide to using our guitar chord diagrams- Chord reference guide
... Read more
Billy Penn's Guitar Set Up Guide

by Billy Penn ...

Have you ever wanted to set up and maintain the playability of your guitar by yourself? Did you ever wonder what a tech does when you take your guitar in for a "set up"?Well now the answers to your questions and all the steps are laid out in my Guitar Set Up Guide. My guide contains all the information you need based on my 20+ years of experience as a guitar tech. It also answers many questions ... Read more

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Have you ever wanted to set up and maintain the playability of your guitar by yourself? Did you ever wonder what a tech does when you take your guitar in for a "set up"?Well now the answers to your questions and all the steps are laid out in my Guitar Set Up Guide. My guide contains all the information you need based on my 20+ years of experience as a guitar tech. It also answers many questions
... Read more
Zen Guitar

by Philip Toshio Sudo ...

Series series A Spiritual Guide to Music
Unleash the song of your soul with Zen Guitar, a contemplative handbook that draws on ancient Eastern wisdom and applies it to music and performance.Each of us carries a song inside us, the song that makes us human. Zen Guitar provides the key to unlocking this song—a series of life lessons presented through the metaphor of music.Philip Sudo offers his own experiences with music to enable us to ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Unleash the song of your soul with Zen Guitar, a contemplative handbook that draws on ancient Eastern wisdom and applies it to music and performance.Each of us carries a song inside us, the song that makes us human. Zen Guitar provides the key to unlocking this song—a series of life lessons presented through the metaphor of music.Philip Sudo offers his own experiences with music to enable us to
... Read more
Master The Guitar Fretboard: Learn To Play The Guitar Again the REAL Way - Lead Guitar Lessons For Beginners And Intermediate Players Stuck In A Rut

by Joe Dochtermann ...

"Master The Guitar Fretboard: Master The Guitar Fretboard: Learn To Play The Guitar Again the REAL Way" is more than the typical lead guitar method that usually teaches the CAGED method and a few basic hand positions. Now it it's 2nd edition, this comprehensive ebook for aspiring lead guitarists gives you a variety of perspectives on learning your way around the guitar neck. You will learn to hear ... Read more

$12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Master The Guitar Fretboard: Master The Guitar Fretboard: Learn To Play The Guitar Again the REAL Way" is more than the typical lead guitar method that usually teaches the CAGED method and a few basic hand positions. Now it it's 2nd edition, this comprehensive ebook for aspiring lead guitarists gives you a variety of perspectives on learning your way around the guitar neck. You will learn to hear
... Read more

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