Learn How to Play the Electric Guitar
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This is a complete practical guide with 200 step-by-step photographs, illustrations and musical exercises. It explains all the techniques of electric guitar playing, from basic set-ups to advanced scales and modes. It shows you how to master blues, rhythm guitar, rock 'n' roll, power chords grunge, riffs, Indie rock, wah-wah effects, funk, disco, jazz, reggae, country, electric slide and bass guitar. It features fascinating information about influential electric guitar heroes, such as Chuck Berry, George Harrison, Jeff Beck, David Gilmour, Steve Howe, Bob Marley, Mark Knopfler, Angus Young and Stone Gossard. It includes a comprehensive glossary of guitar terms. The electric guitar's versatility, along with its melodic and rhythmic potential, has established it as an icon of modern music. This book will get you started by guiding you through all the basic techniques you need to know, as well as exploring more advanced techniques for experienced players wishing to expand their repertoire. The book features many different genres of music, such as rock 'n' roll, jazz, heavy rock, metal and blues.With expert step-by-step instructions from a professional guitarist and over 200 photographs and musical exercises, this manual is an essential guide for every aspiring guitar player who wants to improve their skills.
Ted Fuller is a professional guitarist, proficient in a wide variety of music genres and playing styles. He works as an arranger for numerous music publishers and is the author of several guitar tuition books. He is also an examiner for a rock music exam board.