All seven volumes of Mel Bay's original, internationally acclaimed Modern Guitar Method series are included in this single, deluxe master compilation. No other comparable method exists for the guitar! As Mr. Bay perceived the need for a guitar method that would effectively teach beginning guitarists to read music, this method is intentionally written in standard notation only, providing just enough music theory to understand what the student is required to play at any given point. Although fingerstyle technique can be applied to the pieces and studies, this book is specifically tailored for...
All seven volumes of Mel Bay's original, internationally acclaimed Modern Guitar Method series are included in this single, deluxe master compilation....
"Presents scales, chords etudes, and solo and duet arrangements in the keys of B major/G# minor, D# (E-Flat) minor, F# (G-flat) major. Includes in-depth theory notes and studies incorporating minor seventh, major seventh, dominant seventh flat-5, and dominant seventh #5 chords. Chords are presented as four-note groupings on the three sets of adjacent strings as well as in Orchestral Forms incorporating all six strings with some strings muted. Throughout, the author integrates theory with technique and performance. Grade 6 is an advanced text designed to develop well-rounded...
"Presents scales, chords etudes, and solo and duet arrangements in the keys of B major/G# minor, D# (E-Flat) minor, F# (G-flat) major. Includes in-dep...
Intermediate-level solos based on 68 fiddling favorites of reels, jigs, hornpipes and all styles of barn-dance tunes is not only interesting and fascinating, it is also very beneficial for the development of technique. As technique studies, in their respective grades, these barn-dance tunes are in a class by themselves. Excellent repertoire. Guitar chords included.
Intermediate-level solos based on 68 fiddling favorites of reels, jigs, hornpipes and all styles of barn-dance tunes is not only interesting and fasci...
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,...
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: pho...
The world's premier method for learning modern plectrum/flatpick style guitar, time-tested and proven successful in building the theoretic and technical foundation needed to play in any style. All seven grades of this method are written in standard notation to encourage better sight reading. In Grade 1, the student guitarist will learn to play solos, duets, scales, and chords in the keys of C, A minor, G and E minor. Even in Grade 1, the student is already exposed to the chord melody concept of guitar performance. In addition an audio recording of the solos and studies and also a video...
The world's premier method for learning modern plectrum/flatpick style guitar, time-tested and proven successful in building the theoretic and technic...