One of the most popular acts of the 1930s was the Monroe Brothers featuring Bill on mandolin and tenor vocals and Charlie on lead vocals and rhythm Guitar. This great overview of Charlie Monroe's unique Guitar performance style (he used just his thumb and index finger) presents 52 songs with an in-depth look at the backup patterns & techniques from each chord family (G F D C E A) plus special note sequences common substitutions and stock backup phrases. Includes the bluegrass classics Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms My Long Journey Home and Roll On Buddy plus a discography and complete Bluebird recording session info. One of the most popular acts of the 1930s was the Monroe Brothers featuring Bill on mandolin and tenor vocals and Charlie on lead vocals and rhythm Guitar. This great overview of Charlie Monroe's unique Guitar performance style (he used just his thumb and index finger) presents 52 songs with an in-depth look at the backup patterns & techniques from each chord family (G F D C E A) plus special note sequences common substitutions and stock backup phrases. Includes the bluegrass classics Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms My Long Journey Home and Roll On Buddy plus a discography and complete Bluebird recording session info.

Swing rhythm never left but it's getting harder to find someone to teach it! Noted swing rhythm guitarist Ranger Doug of Riders in the Sky takes you step-by-step through the process of expanding your technique on swing rhythm.Whether you play in a swing band a cowboy quartet like Riders in the Sky or gypsy jazz this DVD offers you an absolutely unique and up-close look at chord forms patterns right and left hand technique and insider tips by aswing rhythm master who has been playing this style for over 30 years. In addition two western classics Wah Hoo and Tumbling Tumbleweed are not only broken down and explained in detail but areperformed by 2-time Grammy winners Riders in the Sky in a mini-concert so that the lesson on those two tunes is exemplified in live performance. Saddle up saddle pal and ride the Rhythm Range with Ranger Doug! Includestranscription booklet.Swing rhythm never left but it's getting harder to find someone to teach it! Noted swing rhythm guitarist Ranger Doug of Riders in the Sky takes you step-by-step through the process of expanding your technique on swing rhythm.Whether you play in a swing band a cowboy quartet like Riders in the Sky or gypsy jazz this DVD offers you an absolutely unique and up-close look at chord forms patterns right and left hand technique and insider tips by aswing rhythm master who has been playing this style for over 30 years. In addition two western classics Wah Hoo and Tumbling Tumbleweed are not only broken down and explained in detail butareperformed by 2-time Grammy winners Riders in the Sky in a mini-concert so that the lesson on those two tunes is exemplified in live performance. Saddle up saddle pal and ride the Rhythm Range with Ranger Doug! Includestranscription booklet.

This book/CD pack shows guitarists how to transform basic jazz improv techniques into bebop figures in Bird's famous with strings style by making chromatic and rhythmic alterations. Includes many musical examples most in the user-friendly key of G major to accommodate players not well versed in jazz flat keys.This book/CD pack shows guitarists how to transform basic jazz improv techniques into bebop figures in Bird's famous 'with strings' style by making chromatic and rhythmic alterations. Includes many musical examples most in the user-friendly key of G major to accommodate players not well versed in jazz flat keys.

The concepts and fingerings in this book have been developed by analyzing the licks used by Charlie Christian. Chord shapes are moveable; thus one can play the riffs in virtually any key without difficulty by simply moving theshape and fingerings used to play them up or down the fingerboard. The author shows how the chord shapes - F D and A - are formed then can easily be modified to major minor dominant seventh and diminished seventhchord voicings. Analyzing licks frequently used by Charlie Christian Joe has identified a series of what he calls tetrafragments i.e. the core element of a lick. The identifiable sound of a particular lick ispreserved regardless of how many notes are added on either side of it e.g. pickup notes or tag endings. Many examples are shown and played on the CD of how this basic concept was used by Charlie Christian to keep his solo linesmoving forward. Weidlich also makes observations on the physical manner Charlie Christian used in playing jazz guitar and how that approach contributed to his smooth mostly down stroke pick technique.Charlie Christian was one of the most influential jazz guitarists of the swing era an innovator and accomplished player who brought the guitar closer to the front of the band rather than the rhythm instrument it began as. Chord shapes form a visual frame of reference for the player so it is easier to play the single note improvised horn-like lines out of chord shapes that Charlie Christian was known for. The concepts and fingerings presented in this book have been developed by analysing many of the licks used by Charlie Christian in his solos. As well as the didactic purpose this will be of great value to all guitarist with an interest in CharlieChristian's style and career. A CD is included which features 93 demonstration tracks to facilitate faster learning. Arranged for standard guitar notation with large chord boxes and easy to read diagrams.

Finally a chord chart that's easy to read! 98 beginner and advanced versions of the most popular chords with fingering and note construction of each chord plus key chart showing the principal and relative chords in each key.Finally a chord chart that's easy to read! Ninety-eight beginner and advanced versions of the most popular and widely played chords with fingering and note construction of each chord plus a key chart showing the principal and relative chords in each key.

The 5-string bass is rapidly growing into the future and this is your handbook to meet it there. Besides discussing how to adapt to the differences in the 5-string versus the 4-string this book explores the various ways of usingthe 5-string practice tips different techniques and practical applications to various genres demonstrated through songs on the accompanying CD.Learn to lay down phat and funky grooves or the deepest-darkest thunder only the low B tuning can deliver! The 5-string bass is being employed far more than ever in wider ranging styles and Brian Emmel's 5-String Bass Method helps you make the step to 5-string. Besides discussing how to adapt to the differences in the 5-string versus the 4-string this book explores the various ways of using the 5-string practice tips different techniques and practical applications to various genres demonstrated through songs on the accompanying CD.

This book/CD pack by Rudy Robbins of the official Texan cowboy band Spirit of Texas and Shirley Field Canada's champion female yodeler will teach you how to yodel in no time! Features basic instructions simple songs recorded demonstrations and a special photo gallery & short bios of cowboy and cowgirl yodelers. This book/CD pack by Rudy Robbins of the official Texan cowboy band Spirit of Texas and Shirley Field Canada's champion female yodeler will teach you how to yodel in no time! Features basic instructions simple songs recorded demonstrations and a special photo gallery & short bios of cowboy and cowgirl yodelers.

A complete guide to playing fiddle tunes! Covers: tips on hand positions; playing instructions and techniques; rhythmic patterns for the reel jig hornpipe and waltz; and more. Features over 100 songs along with a CD thatdemonstrates several of the tunes. Ability to read music is not necessary. A complete guide to playing fiddle tunes! Covers: tips on hand positions; playing instructions and techniques; rhythmic patterns for the reel jig hornpipe and waltz; and more. Features over 100 songs along with a CD that demonstrates several of the tunes. Ability to read music is not necessary.

For Players of All Chord Instruments-Chord Bingo is a game-like method for learning how chords are constructed and how to form them yourself on any chord instrument - guitar banjo ukulele mandolin keyboard and others. It's a novel way of blending theory with application: first you learn a few easy rules of how chords are made then you put them to use. That's where the fun begins. Placing ordinary pocket coins or other small objects on keyboard or fretboard diagrams you select the proper tones for the chord you want arranging the coins and the tones they represent in various possible positions. It's that simple. Bingo! Chord Bingo is a game-like method for learning how chords are constructed and how to form them yourself on any chord instrument - guitar banjo ukulele mandolin keyboard and others. It's a novel way of blending theory with application: first you learn a few easy rules of how chords are made then you put them to use. That's where the fun begins. Placing ordinary pocket coins or other small objects on keyboard or fretboard diagrams you select the proper tones for the chord you want arranging the coins and the tones they represent in various possible positions. It's that simple. Bingo!

Innovative and Diverse Ways of Playing Penatonic Scales in Blues Rock and Heavy Metal-Guitar instructor/host Dave Celentano teaches innovative and diverse ways of playing the pentatonic scale in rock and heavy metal. He covers: the five position patterns for the pentatonic scale; sequences string bending connecting the scale patterns; string skipping; two-hand tapping pentatonics; a complete pentatonic solo played over backing tracks; and rhythm backing tracks for the student to rehearse soloing over. All examples are notated intablature and included on the DVD as a printable PDF file. 60 min.Guitar instructor/host Dave Celentano teaches innovative and diverse ways of playing the pentatonic scale in rock and heavy metal. He covers: the five position patterns for the pentatonic scale; sequences string bending connecting the scale patterns; string skipping; two-hand tapping pentatonics; a complete pentatonic solo played over backing tracks; and rhythm backing tracks for the student to rehearse soloing over. All examples are notated intablature and included on the DVD as a printable PDF file. 60 min.

This totally tubular book/CD pack gives you all the tools to play convincing surf guitar covering concepts techniques equipment and even surf slang! At the core of the book are six original surf songs by The Torquays one ofthe best retro surf bands around. You can play along with these six tunes on the accompanying CD and for each one the book includes a transcription lesson and analysis. With chapters on surf guitar gods like Dick Dale and TheVentures this book is a must-have for beginning to advanced players! Includes tab. This totally tubular book/CD pack gives you all the tools to play convincing surf guitar covering concepts techniques equipment and even surf slang! At the core of the book are six original surf songs by The Torquays one of the best retro surf bands around. You can play along with these six tunes on the accompanying CD and for each one the book includes a transcription lesson and analysis. With chapters on surf guitar gods like Dick Dale and The Ventures this book is a must-have for beginning to advanced players! Includes tab.

One of the most popular acts of the 1930s was the Monroe Brothers featuring Bill on mandolin and tenor vocals and Charlie on lead vocals and rhythm Guitar. This great overview of Charlie Monroe's unique Guitar performance style (he used just his thumb and index finger) presents 52 songs with an in-depth look at the backup patterns & techniques from each chord family (G F D C E A) plus special note sequences common substitutions and stock backup phrases. Includes the bluegrass classics Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms My Long Journey Home and Roll On Buddy plus a discography and complete Bluebird recording session info. One of the most popular acts of the 1930s was the Monroe Brothers featuring Bill on mandolin and tenor vocals and Charlie on lead vocals and rhythm Guitar. This great overview of Charlie Monroe's unique Guitar performance style (he used just his thumb and index finger) presents 52 songs with an in-depth look at the backup patterns & techniques from each chord family (G F D C E A) plus special note sequences common substitutions and stock backup phrases. Includes the bluegrass classics Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms My Long Journey Home and Roll On Buddy plus a discography and complete Bluebird recording session info.

Swing rhythm never left but it's getting harder to find someone to teach it! Noted swing rhythm guitarist Ranger Doug of Riders in the Sky takes you step-by-step through the process of expanding your technique on swing rhythm.Whether you play in a swing band a cowboy quartet like Riders in the Sky or gypsy jazz this DVD offers you an absolutely unique and up-close look at chord forms patterns right and left hand technique and insider tips by aswing rhythm master who has been playing this style for over 30 years. In addition two western classics Wah Hoo and Tumbling Tumbleweed are not only broken down and explained in detail but areperformed by 2-time Grammy winners Riders in the Sky in a mini-concert so that the lesson on those two tunes is exemplified in live performance. Saddle up saddle pal and ride the Rhythm Range with Ranger Doug! Includestranscription booklet.Swing rhythm never left but it's getting harder to find someone to teach it! Noted swing rhythm guitarist Ranger Doug of Riders in the Sky takes you step-by-step through the process of expanding your technique on swing rhythm.Whether you play in a swing band a cowboy quartet like Riders in the Sky or gypsy jazz this DVD offers you an absolutely unique and up-close look at chord forms patterns right and left hand technique and insider tips by aswing rhythm master who has been playing this style for over 30 years. In addition two western classics Wah Hoo and Tumbling Tumbleweed are not only broken down and explained in detail butareperformed by 2-time Grammy winners Riders in the Sky in a mini-concert so that the lesson on those two tunes is exemplified in live performance. Saddle up saddle pal and ride the Rhythm Range with Ranger Doug! Includestranscription booklet.

This book/CD pack shows guitarists how to transform basic jazz improv techniques into bebop figures in Bird's famous with strings style by making chromatic and rhythmic alterations. Includes many musical examples most in the user-friendly key of G major to accommodate players not well versed in jazz flat keys.This book/CD pack shows guitarists how to transform basic jazz improv techniques into bebop figures in Bird's famous 'with strings' style by making chromatic and rhythmic alterations. Includes many musical examples most in the user-friendly key of G major to accommodate players not well versed in jazz flat keys.

The concepts and fingerings in this book have been developed by analyzing the licks used by Charlie Christian. Chord shapes are moveable; thus one can play the riffs in virtually any key without difficulty by simply moving theshape and fingerings used to play them up or down the fingerboard. The author shows how the chord shapes - F D and A - are formed then can easily be modified to major minor dominant seventh and diminished seventhchord voicings. Analyzing licks frequently used by Charlie Christian Joe has identified a series of what he calls tetrafragments i.e. the core element of a lick. The identifiable sound of a particular lick ispreserved regardless of how many notes are added on either side of it e.g. pickup notes or tag endings. Many examples are shown and played on the CD of how this basic concept was used by Charlie Christian to keep his solo linesmoving forward. Weidlich also makes observations on the physical manner Charlie Christian used in playing jazz guitar and how that approach contributed to his smooth mostly down stroke pick technique.Charlie Christian was one of the most influential jazz guitarists of the swing era an innovator and accomplished player who brought the guitar closer to the front of the band rather than the rhythm instrument it began as. Chord shapes form a visual frame of reference for the player so it is easier to play the single note improvised horn-like lines out of chord shapes that Charlie Christian was known for. The concepts and fingerings presented in this book have been developed by analysing many of the licks used by Charlie Christian in his solos. As well as the didactic purpose this will be of great value to all guitarist with an interest in CharlieChristian's style and career. A CD is included which features 93 demonstration tracks to facilitate faster learning. Arranged for standard guitar notation with large chord boxes and easy to read diagrams.

Finally a chord chart that's easy to read! 98 beginner and advanced versions of the most popular chords with fingering and note construction of each chord plus key chart showing the principal and relative chords in each key.Finally a chord chart that's easy to read! Ninety-eight beginner and advanced versions of the most popular and widely played chords with fingering and note construction of each chord plus a key chart showing the principal and relative chords in each key.

The 5-string bass is rapidly growing into the future and this is your handbook to meet it there. Besides discussing how to adapt to the differences in the 5-string versus the 4-string this book explores the various ways of usingthe 5-string practice tips different techniques and practical applications to various genres demonstrated through songs on the accompanying CD.Learn to lay down phat and funky grooves or the deepest-darkest thunder only the low B tuning can deliver! The 5-string bass is being employed far more than ever in wider ranging styles and Brian Emmel's 5-String Bass Method helps you make the step to 5-string. Besides discussing how to adapt to the differences in the 5-string versus the 4-string this book explores the various ways of using the 5-string practice tips different techniques and practical applications to various genres demonstrated through songs on the accompanying CD.

This book/CD pack by Rudy Robbins of the official Texan cowboy band Spirit of Texas and Shirley Field Canada's champion female yodeler will teach you how to yodel in no time! Features basic instructions simple songs recorded demonstrations and a special photo gallery & short bios of cowboy and cowgirl yodelers. This book/CD pack by Rudy Robbins of the official Texan cowboy band Spirit of Texas and Shirley Field Canada's champion female yodeler will teach you how to yodel in no time! Features basic instructions simple songs recorded demonstrations and a special photo gallery & short bios of cowboy and cowgirl yodelers.

A complete guide to playing fiddle tunes! Covers: tips on hand positions; playing instructions and techniques; rhythmic patterns for the reel jig hornpipe and waltz; and more. Features over 100 songs along with a CD thatdemonstrates several of the tunes. Ability to read music is not necessary. A complete guide to playing fiddle tunes! Covers: tips on hand positions; playing instructions and techniques; rhythmic patterns for the reel jig hornpipe and waltz; and more. Features over 100 songs along with a CD that demonstrates several of the tunes. Ability to read music is not necessary.

A Beginner's Comprehensive Approach to the Trumpet and Musical Literacy-Foreword by Charles Conrad The first trumpet method to introduce jazz! The goal of this method book is to infuse all the elements of a good trumpet foundation at the initial stage so nothing is left to chance. Exercises indeveloping progress have been introduced at strategic intervals to ensure success so the beginning student will feel a sense of accomplishment. Of course all music is based on a key signature and therefore the practice of allbasic scales are addressed throughout. Many duets are introduced and many familiar songs are also presented. The first trumpet method to introduce jazz! The goal of this method book is to infuse all the elements of a good trumpet foundation at the initial stage so nothing is left to chance. Exercises in developing progress have been introduced at strategic intervals to ensure success so the beginning student will feel a sense of accomplishment. Of course all music is based on a key signature and therefore the practice of all basic scales are addressed throughout. Many duets are introduced and many familiar songs are also presented. Foreword by Charles Conrad.