The sound of the Hawaiian Steel Guitar is sweet nostalgic and unmistakably Hawaiian. You can almost feel the trade winds and the surf in its subtle vibrato.In this well-illustrated and easy-to-understand book acclaimed musician Henry Kaleialoha Allen shares everything you need to know in order to play this beautiful instrument - from purchasing a Guitar to performing with that special Hawaiian flourish.This primer adapted from Allen's popular self-published guide features a history of the Hawaiian Steel Guitar; instructions for reading musical notation; a practical guide to buying and tuning a Steel Guitar; guidance on using thebar; sheet music for 11 original songs; exercises; a discussion of the nuances of the Hawaiian touch; and much more.Written for beginning and intermediate students alike this book and its accompanying audio CD will haveyou playing like a pro in no time.

Pedal steel is what puts the twang in country music. But if you thought you couldn't get that down-home sound without the use of an actual pedal steel guitar - think again! Cool Pedal Steel Licks For Guitar gives you the instruction you need to sound just like a steeler on an electric guitar! You'll learn essential techniques such as bends of all shapes and sizes chordal slides and volume swells. And then there are dozens of licks in different country flavours as well as 11 full solos so you can try out your new skills! Open up Cool Pedal Steel Licks For Guitar and start twanging today!

The name 'Little Roy' is misleading! He was considered an Icon during those early years and was the most imitated player at that time era. That era is long past but the popularity of 'Little Roy' continues today. Like somany other players Roy used the E13th tuning but had his own sound that complimented Eddy Arnold's singing style. Many players still use this tuning and is your chance to see and hear the sounds that made Roy popular. And moreimportantly 'You will be able to duplicate his musical arrangements' by use of the tablature in this book. The tablature will allow even the novice to play these arrangements as it is presented in a very simple manner. Anyserious minded fan of 'Little' Roy Wiggins will want his book! Member: The Steel Guitar Hall Of Fame Inc. Inducted: 1985