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Let’s face it – in the music world, guitars set the standard for cool. Since the 1950s, many of the greatest performers in rock ‘n’ roll, blues, and country have played the guitar. Playing electric guitar can put you out in front of a band, where you’re free to roam, sing, and make eye contact with your adoring fans. Playing acoustic guitar can make you the star of the vacation campfire sing-along or allow you to serenade that special someone. And playing any kind of guitar can bring out the music in your soul and become a valued lifetime hobby. Guitar For Dummies delivers everything the beginning to intermediate guitarist needs. The information has been carefully crafted so that you can find exactly what you want to know about the guitar. This clearly written guide is for anyone who wants to know how to Strum basic chords and simple melodies Expand your range with advanced techniques Play melodies without reading music Choose the right guitar Tune, change strings, and make simple repairs Figure out how to play anything from simple chord progressions to smokin’ blues licks. Guitar For Dummies also covers the following topics and more: Hand position and posture Basic major and minor chords Adding spice with basic 7th chords and barre chords Playing melodies in position and in double-stops Different styles including rock, blues, folk, and classical Buying a guitar and accessories Taking care of your guitar Guitar For Dummies also contains a play-along audio CD that contains all 97 songs and exercises from the book. Whether you’re contemplating a career as a heavy metal superstar or you just want to strum a few folk songs for your friends, this friendly book-and-CD package makes it easy to pick up the guitar and start playing. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Take your guitar skills to the next level with the Guitar For Dummies Level 2 Software for Mac, a comprehensive electronic download that's designed to transform you from a novice strummer to a confident player. This advanced guitar learning software builds on the basics taught in Guitar For Dummies Level 1, offering over 90 detailed lessons curated by award-winning guitarist and University of Colorado-Boulder music professor, Kevin Garry, Ph.D.The software covers a wide range of guitar techniques, including reading guitar tabs and notes, fingerpicking, and various playing styles. It's equipped with Interactive Feedback technology, designed to accelerate your learning process by providing real-time responses to your playing. This feature-rich software is suitable for both acoustic and electric guitar players, allowing you to navigate through lessons that pique your interest.To keep your learning experience engaging, the software features a diverse collection of hit songs from renowned artists like Heart and The Animals, as well as popular tunes like "Dreamboat Annie" and "Scarborough Fair". The software also includes a variety of genres, ensuring a well-rounded musical education.The Guitar For Dummies Level 2 Software for Mac goes beyond just teaching you to play. It's equipped with a Note and Finger Tracker tool that displays the note you're playing in music notation and on an animated fretboard, making it easier to correct your playing and learn to read music faster. Interactive flash card quizzes and over 40 high-quality instructional videos further enhance your learning experience.The software also includes a variety of tools to aid your practice sessions, including an automatic tuner, a chord dictionary with over 250 chords, a digital metronome, and a digital recorder. Whether you're looking to master rock, blues, folk, or country styles, this software is a comprehensive resource for all aspiring guitarists.

eMedia Guitar For Dummies Level Deluxe gives you everything you need to get started and more! This two disc set includes Guitar For Dummies Level 1 & Level 2 CD-ROMs. Over 180 step-by-step lessons will take you from basics such as stringing your guitar to playing chords, reading music notation, fingerpicking and much more. Instant Feedback for both acoustic pianos and electronic keyboards listens to your playing and highlights notes played correctly in melodies so you can learn faster. Have fun playing along with live recorded songs or MIDI tracks you can slow down or speed up. Your teacher is professional guitarist Kevin Garry, Ph.D., from the University of Colorado at Boulder, who demonstrates techniques in full-motion videos. The excellent teaching he offers will help you become a good guitarist and offers exceptional value.

With the innovative Guitar For Dummies v2 Software, you can embark on your musical journey with over 80 comprehensive beginner lessons designed specifically for Mac users. This easy-to-use, interactive software offers a unique learning experience, combining fun with education to help you master the guitar.The software is crafted by award-winning guitarist and music professor Kevin Garry, Ph.D., from the University of Colorado-Boulder. It provides a solid foundation in guitar basics, including tuning, playing basic and power chords, strumming patterns, and more. Each lesson is designed to help you learn at your own pace, making it an ideal choice for beginners.One of the standout features of this software is eMedia's Animated Fretboard, which visually demonstrates fingerings for guitar chords and songs, making it easier to follow along. Additionally, the software includes an automatic guitar tuner, interactive guitar chord chart, a metronome, and a recorder to track your progress.The Guitar For Dummies v2 Software also includes over 40 easy guitar songs from popular artists like Bob Dylan, the Grateful Dead, the Rolling Stones, and Steve Miller. This diverse selection of songs spans across various genres like rock, country, and blues, providing a well-rounded learning experience.The software also features over 40 professional videos, many with split-screen views, to provide a more detailed learning experience. The on-screen teacher, Kevin Garry, Ph.D., offers clear and friendly instruction, making it easier to grasp the techniques.Moreover, the software includes a Chord Dictionary with fingering charts and recorded sounds for over 250 chords, a Digital Metronome to help you keep the beat, and a Digital Recorder to record and compare your performances with the instructor's version.In conclusion, the Guitar For Dummies v2 Software is a comprehensive, interactive, and easy-to-use tool that makes learning the guitar an enjoyable experience. Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, this software is a valuable addition to your learning toolkit.

What you're looking at is the eMedia Guitar For Dummies Deluxe Level, a comprehensive electronic download software designed to kickstart your journey into the world of guitar playing. This deluxe package comes with two distinct levels, each on a separate CD-ROM, providing a structured and progressive learning experience. With over 180 meticulously designed step-by-step lessons, this software guides you from the fundamental basics, such as guitar stringing, to more advanced techniques like chord playing, music notation reading, and fingerpicking. This wide range of lessons ensures a holistic learning experience, catering to both beginners and intermediate guitar enthusiasts.One of the standout features of this software is the Instant Feedback mechanism. This innovative tool listens to your playing on both acoustic guitars and electronic keyboards, highlighting the correctly played notes in real-time. This interactive feature accelerates your learning process, helping you master melodies faster.The software also offers the flexibility to play along with live recorded songs or MIDI tracks, which you can adjust to your preferred pace. This feature not only enhances your playing skills but also makes your learning experience more enjoyable.Your virtual teacher is none other than professional guitarist Kevin Garry, Ph.D., from the University of Colorado at Boulder. With his expert guidance demonstrated through full-motion videos, you'll gain valuable insights and techniques to become a proficient guitarist. In summary, the eMedia Guitar For Dummies Deluxe Level for Windows is not just a software; it's a comprehensive, interactive, and fun-filled learning platform that offers exceptional value for aspiring guitarists.

Rock Guitar For Dummies - Learn Rock Chords, Riffs and Cool Rock Guitar SongsNow get the great combination of "For Dummies" fun plus eMedia's Interactive Feedback technologies to make rock guitar lessons easy and enjoyable. Charles McCrone, a graduate of Guitar Institute of Technology at Musician's Institute, provides over 70 guitar lessons on how to play electric guitar covering power chords, bar chords (barre chords), riffs and more. Rock Guitar For Dummies teaches basic lead guitar lessons with the blues scale, how to read guitar tabs, plus the use of effects pedals. Included are classic rock guitar songs by The Kinks, Green Day, Blue Oyster Cult, Nirvana and others to make guitar practice fun while you dig into learning rock, punk and metal guitar styles.The Fast and Easy Way to Starting PlayingeMedia Rock Guitar For Dummies features hit songs, including songs found in Guitar Hero and Rock Band• 12 Bar Blues• AC/DC-Style Song• All Day and All of the Night by The Kinks• All Right Now by Free• All Right Now by Free (Intro)• Black Sabbath-Style Song• Blind Melon-Style Song• Blink 182-Style Song• Blues Progression• Classic Rock Riff 1• Classic Rock Riff 2 Don't Fear the Reaper by Blue Oyster Cult• Eagles-Style Song• Green Day-Style Song• Lake of Fire (Verse)• Lake of Fire Solo• Lead Licks with the A Blues Scale• Led Zeppelin-Style Song• Lenny Kravitz-Style Song• Metallica-Style Song• Movable Blues Scale #1• Rolling Stones-Style Song• Smashing Pumpkins-Style Song• Star Spangled Banner as by Jimi Hendrix• Tomorrow (Pre-Chorus)• Tomorrow by Silverchair (Bridge)• Tomorrow by Silverchair (Chorus)• Tomorrow by Silverchair (Full Version)• You Really Got Me (Opening Riff)• You Really Got Me as by Van HalenOver 70 Step-by-Step Rock Guitar LessonsThe easy-to-follow lessons cover all the techniques needed to play rock, punk and metal, including movable power chords, effects pedals, yanks, hammer-ons, pull-offs, palm muting, distorted riffs, the blues scale, using feedback, the whammy bar and more!Instant FeedbackInstant Feedback shows you when you play the correct notes on your guitar as you progress through an exercise. With a microphone connected to your computer and a guitar in your hands, play the notes in the exercise (or song) on any screen featuring the "ear" icon in the upper right corner and the computer will highlight the notes for you in green.Animated FretboardThe Animated Fretboard displays fingering positions as the music plays. It allows you to see exactly how to play the song on a guitar fretboard as you hear the music. Music tracking highlights the notes being played on the screen making it simple to follow along. Includes option for both right- and left-handed views.Finger TrackerPlay into the computer's microphone to see what note you're playing on the fretboard. You'll be able to correct your playing faster!Over 30 High Quality VideosIn over 30 full-motion videos, host Steve Rock...

Just starting your journey into the world of rock guitar? The Rock Guitar For Dummies Software is your perfect companion, offering a comprehensive, interactive, and easy-to-use platform for beginners. This innovative software, designed for Windows, provides over 70 step-by-step lessons crafted by Charles McCrone, a distinguished graduate of the Guitar Institute of Technology at Musician's Institute. This software is not just about learning chords and riffs, it's about immersing yourself in the rock genre. It covers a wide range of techniques essential for rock, punk, and metal styles, including power chords, bar chords (barre chords), and the use of effects pedals. You'll also delve into the blues scale, learn how to read guitar tabs, and explore the use of feedback and the whammy bar. But what's learning without some fun? The Rock Guitar For Dummies Software features hit songs from iconic bands like The Kinks, Green Day, Blue Oyster Cult, and Nirvana, making your practice sessions enjoyable and engaging. You'll be playing along to songs found in popular games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band in no time. The software's interactive features are designed to enhance your learning experience. The Animated Fretboard displays fingering positions as the music plays, allowing you to follow along easily. The Instant Feedback feature shows you when you're hitting the right notes, helping you correct your playing in real-time. Additional tools include an automatic tuner for easy guitar tuning, a chord dictionary with over 250 chords, a digital metronome to help you keep a steady beat, and a digital recorder to save and compare your recordings. Whether you're a left-handed or right-handed player, the Rock Guitar For Dummies Software is adaptable to your needs. With this electronic download, you can start your rock guitar journey anytime, anywhere. Learn at your own pace, and soon, you'll be playing those rock chords, riffs, and songs like a pro.

Over 70 comprehensive bass lessons await you in the Bass Guitar For Dummies Software, designed specifically for Mac users. This electronic download is a seamless blend of the engaging "For Dummies" approach and eMedia's innovative interactive music technologies. The course is led by accomplished bassist and seasoned teacher, John Arbo, who guides you through a complete bass tutorial. The lessons cover everything from tuning the bass, reading bass tabs and notes, to playing bass scales and mastering common bass parts. eMedia's Interactive Feedback technologies, such as the Note and Finger Tracker, accelerate your learning process. The lessons are built around popular, easy-to-play bass songs like "Rock'n Me" by Steve Miller and the Grateful Dead's "Uncle John's Band", making the learning process enjoyable and engaging. The eMedia Bass Guitar For Dummies software is a versatile learning tool, featuring songs from a variety of genres to make the learning experience fun and memorable. The latest version includes dynamic, enhanced, multi-track audio playback of hit songs popularized by well-known artists, such as Bob Dylan, The Steve Miller Band, The Grateful Dead, Los Lobos, and Creedence Clearwater Revival. The software also includes a range of popular songs like "Amazing Grace", "Auld Lang Syne", "Aura Lee", and "Brother John (Frere Jacques)", among others. The lessons are easy to follow, starting with the basics and gradually progressing to playing simple bass lines, catchy rhythms with fills, syncopation, and shuffle rhythms. The Animated Fretboard feature displays fingering positions as the music plays, allowing you to see exactly how to play the song on a bass fretboard. The software also includes an Instant Feedback feature that shows you when you play the correct notes on your bass as you progress through an exercise. The Finger Tracker feature allows you to play into the computer's microphone to see what note you're playing on the fretboard, enabling you to correct your playing faster. The software also includes over 30 high-quality videos led by professional bass instructor John Arbo, a Variable-Speed MIDI feature that slows down the audio to any tempo, an Automatic Tuner, a Chord Dictionary with recorded sounds for over 250 guitar chords, a Digital Metronome, and a Digital Recorder. With the Bass Guitar For Dummies Software, you can learn how to play bass guitar at your own pace, in a fun and interactive way.

An innovative and comprehensive journey into the world of bass playing awaits with the "Bass Guitar For Dummies" software. This easy-to-use, interactive program is tailored for beginners, offering a robust suite of over 70 step-by-step lessons designed by renowned bassist and educator John Arbo. As you embark on this musical adventure, you'll learn to master the essentials of bass playing, from tuning your instrument to reading bass tabs and notes, and from playing scales to executing common bass parts with confidence.The software's eMedia Interactive Feedback technologies, including the Note and Finger Tracker, provide real-time feedback, accelerating your learning process by showing you precisely when you've played the correct notes during exercises. This innovative feature, combined with a high-quality microphone, transforms your practice sessions into an interactive experience that quickly corrects your technique.Engage with the Animated Fretboard, a visual guide that displays finger positioning in sync with the music. This tool is invaluable for visual learners and comes with options for both right- and left-handed players, ensuring accessibility for all users. Music tracking technology further enhances your learning by highlighting the notes and lyrics as they're heard, simplifying the process of following along with the bass line.The software's library includes a diverse selection of songs across various genres, featuring hits like Bob Dylan's "Knockin' on Heaven's Door," The Steve Miller Band's "Rock'n Me," and The Grateful Dead's "Uncle John's Band," as well as timeless classics such as "Amazing Grace" and "House of the Rising Sun." These tracks not only make the learning experience enjoyable but also familiarize you with a range of musical styles.With over 30 high-quality, full-screen videos, John Arbo provides clear demonstrations of techniques, offering the visual guidance necessary to refine your skills. The Variable-Speed MIDI function allows you to slow down the audio to a comfortable tempo, aligning with the Animated Fretboard's song fingerings, so you can learn at a pace that suits you best.The software includes an automatic tuner for quick and interactive bass tuning, a chord dictionary with over 250 recorded guitar chord sounds, a digital metronome for maintaining a steady beat, and a digital recorder to save your performances. Comparing your recordings with the instructor's version or sharing them with friends has never been easier."Bass Guitar For Dummies" software is the definitive choice for beginners eager to learn bass guitar in a fun, effective, and interactive way. With its comprehensive lessons, innovative feedback technologies, and a plethora of tools at your disposal, you'll be grooving to your favorite tunes on the bass in no time.

An innovative and comprehensive tool for aspiring guitarists, the Guitar For Dummies Level 2 Software for Windows offers an interactive, easy-to-use platform for learning and improving guitar skills. This electronic download is designed to take you from a beginner to a confident player, building on the basics of guitar chords and strumming patterns.This advanced software, developed by award-winning guitarist and music professor Kevin Garry, Ph.D., from the University of Colorado-Boulder, provides over 90 complete guitar lessons. It covers essential skills such as reading guitar tabs and guitar notes, fingerpicking, and other advanced guitar techniques. The software's Interactive Feedback technology accelerates your learning process, allowing you to jump between lessons that interest you the most. Practice becomes enjoyable with hit songs from artists like Heart and The Animals. Suitable for both acoustic and electric guitar, this software is a versatile tool for any guitar enthusiast.Key features include eMedia's Animated Fretboard, which shows fingerings for chords and notes played in the lessons. The Interactive Feedback with Note and Finger Tracker technology displays the melody notes you're playing in guitar notes (notation) and on the Animated Fretboard. The software also includes tutorials on how to read guitar tabs (tablature), starting with easy guitar tabs for beginners, and how to read standard guitar notes (music notation). Over 40 classic guitar pieces are available to play along with, including "Scarborough Fair," "Dreamboat Annie," and others. The software also offers over 40 videos, including split-screen views, to make it easier to learn how to play guitar by showing both right and left hands. Additional guitar tools include an automatic guitar tuner, guitar chord chart (chord dictionary), recorder, and a metronome to help improve your rhythm.The eMedia Guitar For Dummies Level 2 features songs in a variety of genres to make learning fun and memorable. Its latest version includes dynamic, enhanced, multi-track audio playback of hit songs popularized by well-known artists, such as Heart ("Dreamboat Annie") and Simon and Garfunkel ("Scarborough Fair"). The lessons in Level 2 will take you through reading music notation, playing melodies, fingerpicking, and different styles of play including rock, blues, folk, and country. Instant Feedback on Your Playing shows you when you play the correct notes on your guitar as you progress through an exercise. The Note Tracker and Finger Tracker tools make it easier to see what note you're playing by displaying the note as music notation and on eMedia's Animated Fretboard. Interactive Flash Card Quizzes reinforce what you have learned, and the Animated Fretboard displays fingering positions as the music plays. With over 40 high-quality videos, professional guitar instructor Kevin Garry, Ph.D., guides you with demonstrations of techniques. The software also includes a digital metronome and...

The bestselling guide now updated with video demonstrations and audio tracks online The guitar is one of the most versatile instruments in the world, which is why it's so appealing to musicians. Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition gives you everything a beginning or intermediate acoustic or electric guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it. Fully revised and updated, with online video and audio clips that help you learn and play along, you'll explore everything from simple chords and melodies to more challenging exercises that are designed to satisfy players of all levels. Additionally, new players can dive into the basics of guitar and accessory selection. Whether you prefer the cool sounds of the acoustic or the edgier tones of the electric, your guitar will get a lot of use as you play your way through the lessons presented in this integral book. But your journey doesn't stop at the last page! With an updated multimedia component, you have access to more than 80 online videos and 35 audio tracks that help build your talent. Play along with online videos and audio tracks to develop and reinforce your new skills Tune your guitar, change strings, and make simple repairs to keep your instrument in working order Choose the right guitar and equipment for your needs Explore numerous musical styles, including rock, blues, jazz, and country Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition guides you in the development of your strumming talent―and who knows where that can take you!

The bestselling music guide - now updated and with a FREE DVD! Have you always wanted to learn to play guitar? Who wouldn't? Think of Jimi Hendrix wailing away on his Stratocaster. . . Chuck Berry duck-walking across the stage to "Johnny B. Goode". . .B.B. King making his "Lucille" cry the blues. No doubt about it—guitars are cool. Guitar For Dummies gives you everything a beginning or intermediate guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it, this book has it all—and you don't even need to know how to read music. Full of photo-illustrated exercises and songs you can play to practice the techniques discussed in each section, this step-by-step guitar guide will take you through the basics and beyond before you can say "Eric Clapton." Helps you choose the guitar and equipment that best fits your needs and budget Shows you how to build strength and dexterity while playing Teaches you to play in different styles, including rock, blues, folk, jazz, and classical Fully revised and updated, with an all-new interactive DVD packed with video and audio clips that help you learn, tune, and play along, Guitar For Dummies is the perfect introductory guide for any novice acoustic or electric guitar player. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.    

Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition (9781119151432) is now being published as Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition (9781119293354). While this version features an older Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the new release and should not be considered a different product. The bestselling guide now updated with video demonstrations and audio tracks online The guitar is one of the most versatile instruments in the world, which is why it's so appealing to musicians. Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition gives you everything a beginning or intermediate acoustic or electric guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it. Fully revised and updated, with online video and audio clips that help you learn and play along, you'll explore everything from simple chords and melodies to more challenging exercises that are designed to satisfy players of all levels. Additionally, new players can dive into the basics of guitar and accessory selection. Whether you prefer the cool sounds of the acoustic or the edgier tones of the electric, your guitar will get a lot of use as you play your way through the lessons presented in this integral book. But your journey doesn't stop at the last page! With an updated multimedia component, you have access to more than 80 online videos and 35 audio tracks that help build your talent. Play along with online videos and audio tracks to develop and reinforce your new skills Tune your guitar, change strings, and make simple repairs to keep your instrument in working order Choose the right guitar and equipment for your needs Explore numerous musical styles, including rock, blues, jazz, and country Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition guides you in the development of your strumming talent—and who knows where that can take you!

Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition (9781119151432) is now being published as Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition (9781119293354). While this version features an older Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the new release and should not be considered a different product. The bestselling guide now updated with video demonstrations and audio tracks online The guitar is one of the most versatile instruments in the world, which is why it's so appealing to musicians. Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition gives you everything a beginning or intermediate acoustic or electric guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it. Fully revised and updated, with online video and audio clips that help you learn and play along, you'll explore everything from simple chords and melodies to more challenging exercises that are designed to satisfy players of all levels. Additionally, new players can dive into the basics of guitar and accessory selection. Whether you prefer the cool sounds of the acoustic or the edgier tones of the electric, your guitar will get a lot of use as you play your way through the lessons presented in this integral book. But your journey doesn't stop at the last page! With an updated multimedia component, you have access to more than 80 online videos and 35 audio tracks that help build your talent. Play along with online videos and audio tracks to develop and reinforce your new skills Tune your guitar, change strings, and make simple repairs to keep your instrument in working order Choose the right guitar and equipment for your needs Explore numerous musical styles, including rock, blues, jazz, and country Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition guides you in the development of your strumming talent—and who knows where that can take you!

Have you always wanted to play guitar? Who wouldn't? Think of Jimi Hendrix wailing away on his Stratocaster. . . Chuck Berry duck-walking across the stage to "Johnny B. Goode". . .B.B. King making his "Lucille" cry the blues. No doubt about it—guitars are cool. Guitar For Dummies 2nd Edition tells you everything a beginning or intermediate guitarist needs to know: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it, this book has it all—and you don't even need to know how to read music. Full of photo-illustrated exercises and songs you can play to practice the techniques discussed in each section, this step-by-step guide will take you through the basics and beyond before you can say "Eric Clapton." You'll learn how to: Match yourself with the guitar and equipment that fits your needs and budget Select the right accessories: amps, picks, pedals, capos, cases, and other goodies Pick and strum to produce a clean, clear, buzz-free tone Know whether you're really in tune Play melodies without reading music Perform basic guitar maintenance and repairs Build strength and dexterity while playing Play in different styles, including rock, blues, folk, jazz, and classical Make your guitar talk with bends and slides! Fully revised and updated, with an all new interactive CD that allows readers to listen, learn, tune, and play along, Guitar For Dummies 2nd Edition is the perfect introductory guide for any novice acoustic or electric guitar player.  Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Updated with the latest bass guitar technology, accessories, and more The bass is the heart of music. So leave center stage to the other musicians—you have more important work to do. You can find everything you need to dominate bass in Bass Guitar For Dummies, 3rd Edition. You'll get expert advice on the basics, like deciding what kind of bass to buy and which accessories are necessary and which are just nice to have. Plus, you'll get step-by-step instructions for getting started, from how to hold and position your bass to reading notation and understanding chords, scales, and octaves to playing solos and fills. Access to audio tracks and instructional videos on Dummies.com New musical exercises as well as updates to charts, illustrations, photos, and resources Whether you're a beginner picking up a bass for the first time or an experienced player looking to improve your skills, Bass Guitar For Dummies is an easy-to-follow reference that gives you just enough music theory to get you going on your way fast!

Whether you're playing blues, rock, classical, or folk-all the chords you'll need are here Even Eric Clapton started with a few basic chords. And Guitar Chords For Dummies offers guitarists of every ambition, skill level, and musical genre a key to the simplest and most complex guitar chords-over 600 in all. Illustrated with a grid showing the position of the fingers on a string, a photograph of the chord being played, and a brief comment on the chord and how to play it, this handy, portable reference offers musicians, whether experimenting at home or playing in a coffee house, instant access to the full range of chords that can be played on a guitar. Covers the theory and techniques of guitar chords Features a handy, portable design, which can fit into a guitar case Includes a convenient lay-flat (wire bound) format, allowing users to easily try out new chords An ideal resource for broadening musical technique and getting new ideas, Guitar Chords For Dummies will help you, whether you're just picking up the guitar or a seasoned musician, add sparkle and range to your musical repertoire.

Updated with the latest bass guitar technology, accessories, and more The bass is the heart of music. So leave center stage to the other musicians-you have more important work to do. You can find everything you need to dominate bass in Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition. You'll get expert advice on the basics, like deciding what kind of bass to pick up and which accessories are necessary and which are just nice to have. Plus, you'll get step-by-step instructions for getting started, from how to hold and position your bass to reading notation and understanding chords, scales, and octaves to playing solos and fills. New coverage of slaps, double stops, de-tuning, and fretless techniques New musical exercises as well as updates to charts, illustrations, photos, and resources Includes bonus CD with audio clips of all the examples in the book Whether you're a beginner picking up a bass for the first time or an experienced player looking to improve your skills, Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition is an easy-to-follow reference that gives you just enough music theory to get you going on your way fast!CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.

Learn to: Select the right classical guitar for you Develop correct hand position and posture Tune your guitar Play along with exercises and pieces on the audio CD The fun and easy way® to start playing classical guitar! Want to be a classical guitarist, but never had a lesson? No problem ― this hands-on guide teaches you all the fundamental techniques you need to play scales, melodies, and full-length pieces in the classical style. You get plenty of practice exercises to stretch your skills, selections from the classical repertoire, and a bonus audio CD that helps you play along with the music pieces from the book! Get acquainted with your guitar ― familiarize yourself with the unique make-up and parts of a classical guitar Start making some music ― play melodies on individual strings, move on to arpeggios, and get your fingers in shape with scales Ramp up your technique ― play barres, slurs, and trills; handle harmonics; master right-hand tremolo; and venture up the neck to play in the higher positions Build your classical repertoire ― from Renaissance and Baroque to Classical, Romantic, and Modern, play pieces from the major eras in classical music Practice makes perfect ― improve your performance with expert guidance through each exercise and piece in the book Open the book and find: Tips and techniques for playing beautiful pieces How to read music notation and tablature Basic finger and thumb strokes Right- and left-hand techniques Musical examples, charts, and photos Music pieces from the guitar greats The best ways to care for your guitar A step-by-step tutorial on changing your strings Bonus CD Includes More than 140 recorded performances of the exercises and pieces featured in the book Pieces performed using a count-off, allowing you to play along in time with the music Tuning notes to help you tune up your guitar

Guitar Exercises For Dummies includes over 300 exercises along with lots of technique-building practice opportunities. It starts off with warm-up exercises (on and off-instrument) and then logically transitions to scales, scale sequences, arpeggios, arpeggio sequences, and chords, with a focus on building strength and consistency as well as refining technique.