Download or read book Making an Archtop Guitar written by Robert Benedetto and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 1994 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar). The definitive work on the design and construction of an acoustic archtop guitar by one of the most talented luthiers of the twentieth century. Benedetto walks the reader through all aspects of construction through to marketing your finished work. Includes a list of suppliers to acquire all the tools and materials listed; a list of serial numbers for Benedetto guitars; full-color plates featuring the author's models; photos from the author's personal scrapbook of players who endorse his guitars; and fold-out templates for construction. 8-1/2 x 11 .
Download or read book Archtop Guitars written by Rudy Pensa and published by . This book was released on 2011-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Art of Lutherie written by Tom Bills and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art Of Lutherie offers a glimpse into the mind and craft of luthier Tom Bills, whom many consider to be one of the most talented luthiers today. In this beautifully written and enjoyable read, Tom elegantly and clearly shares his best- kept secrets and methods of custom guitar making - those which make his guitars favorites among top collectors and players. Tom's unique approach to The Art Of Lutherie will empower and inspire you to create more than just a guitar, but a truly unique work of art. The information that is generously shared within this insightful and timeless work is both practical and applicable. It contains the same hard-won wisdom that only comes from years of experience and experimentation that Tom uses in creating his inspiring instruments. Over the years, he has producedinstruments considered to be some of the bestsounding guitars ever made. Learning the steps of how to build a guitar is important, but understanding whymaster luthiers take those steps and make those decisions can empower you to make your own educated choices. This will allow you to create unique guitars, and the world needs your art, your guitars - your important contribution. The Art Of Lutherie, a truly unique and inspiring guide, can prepare you to reach new heights when designing and creating unique guitars. It is not often I heap such lavish praise on people; however, Tom is in this case more than deserving: I know of no other luthier whose work I respect more. Tom knows his craft inside and out; he pours his soul into every guitar he makes; heuses cutting-edge science to guide his work, and it shows...as head of Artist Relations and Product Development at Mel Bay, it gives me great pleasure topublish Tom's work, which will no doubt take the art of lutherie to a new level. I hope you'll spend some time soaking in this book - it will certainly augmentyour musicality - Collin Bay. Includes access to online video
Download or read book Building an Electric Archtop Guitar written by Jean-pierre Laplante and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2011-10-04 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master guitar maker J.P. Laplante shares the joy of guitar-making in this book. Here is an illustrated step-by-step guide to Building an Electric Archtop Guitar. Building an electric archtop guitar can be a pretty intimidating project but, it becomes much less so if you're guided, step-by-step, through the building process. With almost 20 years of experience in custom guitar making, the author details the step-by-step making of an electric archtop guitar using commercially available laminated top and back plates. Laminated plates have been the standard used on the vast majority of electric archtops since the 50's, and definitely represent a cost and time effective solution, especially for those tackling a first archtop project. Complete and comprehensive, all aspects of the construction are covered, from the initial design stage to the very final setup. The text is supported by over 300 high-resolution colour photographs positioned throughout the 15 chapters of the book. These pictures were taken as the three guitars featured on the back and front cover of the book were being built. For more info/background, visit my website at www.laplanteguitars.com
Download or read book Masters of the Plectrum Guitar written by William Bay and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This landmark book of music for the plectrum style jazz guitar took years to compile, write and edit. It contains some of the greatest solos and duets ever written and performed on the plectrum or flatpicked guitar, including works by Carl Kress, Dick McDonough, George Van Eps, Bucky Pizzarelli, George Barnes, Eddie Lang, George M Smith, Al Valenti, Mel Bay, Frank Victor, Harry Volpe, Carmen Mastren, Oscar Moore, Mundell Lowe, Tony Mottola, Al Hendrickson, and Cal Collins. All solos are in notation and tablature while the duets are shown in standard notation only.
Download or read book 24 Pieces for Guitar by Gilbert Isbin written by Rob MacKillop and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2018-08-17 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rob MacKillop presents 24 superb solo guitar works by Belgian composer Gilbert Isbin, one of the most interesting, dynamic and poetic composers writing for the guitar today. All 24 pieces have been recorded by Rob MacKillop–a magnificent solo recording in itself. The book contains standard notation and tablature, and an interview with the composer. The music ranges from student pieces to advanced concert solos. Although composed with a plectrum in mind, they can also be played fingerstyle. Includes access to online audio.
Download or read book Vintage Guitars written by Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2001 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vintage Guitars: The Instruments, the Players, and the Music is the first pictorial reference work to offer guitar enthusiasts, players and collectors an opportunity to explore the eventful, endless give-and-take between musicians and instrument makers that has produced America's popular music and its quintessential instrument. Generously illustrated with more than 150 photos of players, instruments, catalog pages and other memorabilia, this book features everything from the elegant American guitars of the 19th century to the evolving dreadnought, jumbo, 12-string, archtop resophonic and more - original instruments as well as contemporary incarnations and reissues. It spotlights the guitars of Leadbelly, Jimmie Rodgers, the Everly Brothers, Tony Rice, Emmylou Harris, Ben Harper and others. The collector's edition features the book in a classy, hard-back slip case.
Download or read book Guild Guitar Book written by Hans Moust and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 1999-11-01 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). Guild guitars have been around since the early 1950s, and by the beginning of the '60s, the company had established a solid reputation for its electric and acoustic archtops, which are still widely regarded today. Despite this enduring popularity, little was known about the history of Guild. The Guild Guitar Book is the result of years of intensive research and countless photo sessions. It includes a thorough history of the company and its guitars, including serial numbers, specifications, original prices, and all the information needed to date Guild guitars. Features hundreds of photos, with a beautiful 40-page color section. Now Back in Print!
Download or read book Introduction to Jazz Guitar Soloing written by Joe Elliott and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2008-04-01 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Musicians Institute Press). Perfect for seasoned rockers seeking new challenges and jazz newcomers looking for a good start, this book/CD pack covers scales, chords, licks, techniques and other vital jazz improv concepts step by step. The accompanying CD features 65 full-band demo and play-along tracks.
Download or read book The Master s Bench written by Paul Schmidt and published by . This book was released on 2016-05-24 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gruhn s Guide to Vintage Guitars written by George Gruhn and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 1999 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The original version of this guide has sold over 30,000 copies. This new edition has been expanded by 25% and promises to become an invaluable resource. For collectors, dealers and players, this completely updated "field guide" provides specifications, serial numbers, and more for determining the originality of vintage American acoustic and electric fretted instruments. Detailing thousands of models by every major manufacturer, the book now includes expanded coverage of Martin, Guild, Mosrite, Dobro, Gibson banjos, Fender amps, Gibson amps, plus updates on the latest models from Fender, Gibson, Rickenbacker, and others since 1990.
Download or read book Basix Jazz Guitar Concepts written by Robert Brown and published by Alfred Music Publishing. This book was released on 1997 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learning jazz guitar is fun and easy with this unique step-by-step method. This thorough approach to applying scales and modes to improvisation includes exercises and licks in standard music notation and TAB, easy-to-read scale diagrams, and basic theory lessons. The CD includes performances of the exercises.
Download or read book Engineering the Guitar written by Richard Mark French and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-12-16 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A uniquely engaging description of the mechanics of the guitar, for engineers and craftsmen alike. Clearly written in a conceptual language, it provides readers with an understanding of the dynamic behavior of the instrument, including structural and component dynamics, and various analytical models, such as discrete, finite element, and boundary element models. The text also covers manufacturing processes, including both handmade and mass produced instruments.
Download or read book Jazz for Classic Guitar Made Easy written by Alexander Vinitsky and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2011-08-18 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This original music for solo and duo guitar features beautiful melodies and convenient fingering and is very easy to perform. the author's comments explain how to move from classical style to jazz. the pieces, divided into two chapters, Etudes and Pieces, are written in different jazz styles: Swing, Bossa Nova, and Blues. Their melodies are perfect and their harmonies refined. Seven duets are included which may be played either by two guitars or by guitar and a melody instrument. They have fine melodies and are easy to perform. the first part can be played by the beginner. These duets can be used in teaching situations with teacher and student playing together. Written in notation only.
Download or read book Modern Chords written by Vic Juris and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2013-06-06 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the world's great jazz guitarists, Vic Juris shares his insight into the wonderful world of harmony in this book. Not for the fainthearted, Vic teaches polychords and intervallic structures derived from the major, minor, harmonic minor, melodic minor and harmonic major scales in this must have jazz guitar book. Each section has etudes that will help students integrate each concept into their own playing. Includes access to online audio that gives students the opportunity to hear and play along with these cutting edge concepts
Download or read book Improvising written by Larry Coryell and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2007 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). Jazz guitar legend Larry Coryell takes an unflinching look at his life and career, recounting his musical journey from his scuffling early days in New York City and his pioneering role in the jazz fusion movement to his current status as a world ambassador of jazz. Coryell reveals his own involvement in and eventual victory over the drug scene, and he gives his take on the musical giants he has known and performed with. Along the way, he details the development of his own style and provides inspirational words for fellow musicians. A special section presents a selection of Coryell's beloved Guitar Player magazine columns. Includes CD with audio lessons and original compositions recorded specifically for this book.
Download or read book Blue Guitar written by Kenneth E. Vose and published by . This book was released on 1998-04 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Capturing the unique beauty of an unparalleled collection of specially-made blue guitars, this compendium contains cutting-edge design and layout, as well as interviews with the guitarmakers. 133 color photos.
