Book 2-Fluid Pentatonics for Guitar: 84 Melodic Studies for Rock Guitar is a comprehensive manual for developing blistering pentatonic motion that moves freely over the entire fretboard using position-shifting slides hammer-ons andpull-offs for speed and fluidity. Emphasis is on overcoming the restrictive nature of traditional pentatonic 'box' scale fingerings by developing pathways that continually shift between and connect the five pentatonic ?boxes?.Complete whole-neck control is developed through an extensive series of repeating melodic exercises and etudes. Section One presents 35 sequential whole-neck studies each of which spans the range of twelve frets thus unlockingvirtually every possible position shift. Section Two develops complete non-shifting control through a series of 15 interesting and useful sequential patterns applied to each of the five pentatonic 'boxes'. Section Three presents10 whole-neck/position-shifting studies that are non-sequential in design in order to develop unpredictable melodic flow. Then in Sections Four and Five two vital extensions/variations of the pentatonic scale are fullyexplored; the Hexatonic and Dominant Pentatonic scales. The result is a complete matrix of pentatonic moves and connections that allow the guitarist to float freely across the entire fretboard without being locked into anysingle particular pentatonic 'box'. The resulting sound is definitely NOT bluesy (very little string bending) but closer to a modern jazz-rock fusion style; fluid and unpredictable. Great for all guitarists in rock jazz fusion blues country and pop styles who want to unlock complete whole-neck freedom and develop a fast modern pentatonic sound. CD included. Presented in standard notation and tablature.

Over 50 Favorite Repertoire Pieces Written in Standard Notation and Tablature. Over 50 favorite repertoire pieces culled and arranged as an aid to the working professional and semi-professional guitarist who finds him- or herself in a variety of playing situations, such as weddings, restaurants, and other social gatherings that present live music. Amateurs and students will also find a wealth of non-traditional recital and audition pieces to impress their colleagues! Each piece is written in standard notation and tablature. Selections include: Air on the G String (J.S. Bach) ? Bianco Fiore (Cesar Negri) ? Bridal Chorus (Richard Wagner) ? Come Away (John Dowland) ? Gymnopédie No. 1 (Erik Satie) ? In Dulci Jubilo ? Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (J.S. Bach) ? Ode to Joy (Ludwig van Beethoven) ? Plaisir d'amour (Jean Paul Martini) ? Pomp and Circumstance (Sir Edward Elgar) ? Recuerdos de Alhambra (Francisco Tarrega) ? Rondeau (Jean-Joseph Mouret) ? Wedding March (Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy) ? and more

A collection of thirty-six traditional folk songs of America and the British Isles including jigs reels airs and hornpipes with additional Celtic-based fiddle tunes transcribed for solo guitar. Arranged at intermediate standard in guitar tablature and standard notation with accompanying demonstration CD.

Notation and Tablature-Tune your Guitar to DADGAD and discover why this tuning is now gaining acceptance as the 'other standard tuning'. This book is intended for guitarists who want to explore the D-A-D-G-A-D tuning but feel a need formore guidance than their ears alone can provide. The majority of these selections are traditional Irish dance tunes airs and songs. Accessible to musicians with at least an intermediate knowledge of Guitar technique. Intablature and notation. Includes access to online audio.

This book will help readers recognize and remember commonly used note patterns and sequences in fiddle tunes and string band music to make creating interesting variations easier. Author Joe Weidlich analyzes four traditional favorites - including The Wreck of the Old '97 - showing how guitarists can substitute notes and patterns painlessly!

A collection of 16 hot intermediate-level flatpicking guitar solos from five of the leading exponents of this technique. David Bromberg is known as the leader of one of the most successful acoustic bands of the 1970's and1980's. The Kitchen Girl a fine Kentucky tune is an example of Bromberg's good taste in choosing material. Dick Fegy is a master picker of fiddle tunes and is the most heavily-featured player in the collection. San Francisco Bayarea favorite Eric Thompson crosses old-time with traditional Irish playing. Michael Aumen contributes three tunes associated with Clarence White and a very interesting version of Soldier's Joy with a flair that pushes the limitsof the hot country style. Richard Lieberson is a fine bluegrass picker who has developed a convincing swing jazz style with exciting results and a touch of humor. Written in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audiofeaturing performances of all the tunes in the book.

This collection presents eleven fingerstyle guitar arrangements of beautiful traditional country ballads portraying struggles and the joys of life. These arrangements by Tommy Flint are given in notation and tablature along witha CD featuring Tommy's performance of each piece. Tommy Flint is an outstanding guitarist who is known worldwide for his musical achievements. He has shared the stage with Dolly Parton Cher Roger Miller Ray Charles GlenCampbell and Liza Minnelli.

The golden age of African fingerpicking guitar was in the 1950s and 1960s. The great players and recording artists of that time included Jean Bosco Mwenda and Losta Abelo from Zaire and George Mukabi from Kenya. Guitaristsfrom other parts of the world have rarely if ever had a chance to learn their songs and playing techniques. On this DVD their arrangements are taught by John Low who has lived worked and studied with African musicians includingthose mentioned above. There are some interesting links with American guitar styles but there are just as many differences including rhythms borrowed from traditional African music and catchy up-beat patterns. Africanfingerstyle guitar is usually accompanied by rhythms played on a bottle. John Low is accompanied on this DVD by Frans Maathuis and Keith Jackman on bottles.

Beethoven's Fur Elise is a popular classic and has been beautifully arranged for Classical Guitar by Robert T. Tarchara. The music is presented in both traditional music and tablature notations.

Learn to Play Flamenco Guitar with Step-by-Step Lessons and Authentic Pieces to Study and Play. Here's your complete guide to learning flamenco guitar! This method uses traditional Spanish flamenco song forms and classical pieces to teach you the basics of this style and technique. You'll learn to play in the style of Paco de Lucia Sabicas Niño Ricardo and Ramón Montoya. Lessons cover: Strumming picking and percussive techniques Arpeggios Improvisation Fingernail tips Capos and much more. Includes flamenco history and a glossary and both standard notation and tab. The CD features 58 tracks for demonstration and play-along.