Download or read book Classical Guitar for the Steel string Guitarist written by William Tiger Fitzhugh and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2008 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar Educational). Classical Guitar for the Steel-String Guitarist is the perfect book/CD method for any aspiring guitar player who seeks to expand their musical skills and knowledge. Join author Tiger Fitzhugh as he guides you through the essentials of the classical guitar style, from playing position to technique to repertoire. It's time to begin your journey from metal to nylon! The companion CD contains demo tracks of all the examples in the book.
Download or read book Steel String Guitar Construction written by Irving Sloane and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Guitarmaking Tradition and Technology written by William Cumpiano and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 1994-02 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete reference for the design and construction of the steel-string folk guitar and the classical guitar.
Download or read book Guitarmaking Tradition and Technology written by William R. Cumpiano and published by Van Nostrand Reinhold. This book was released on 1987-01-01 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hailed by "Guitar Player" magazine as 'perhaps the finest book on guitars ever produced, ' and by "Booklist" as 'a Rolls Royce of construction guidebooks, ' this impressive volume is the first book of its kind to describe in depth how both steel-string and classical guitars are actually designed and built. Over 450 photographs, drawings, and diagrams reveal in exquisite detail the hows, whys, and how-to's of the traditional craft of guitarmaking, all accompanied by fascinating historical and technical notes. A comprehensive bibliography; a list of tools, materials, and supply sources; and a full index complete this uniquely authoritative reference -- and essential acquisition -- for guitar and craft enthusiasts, woodworkers, and students of instrument making everywhere.
Download or read book Easy Classical Guitar Gig Book written by Jerry Willard and published by Amsco Music. This book was released on 2004 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy Classical Guitar Gig Book. The pieces in the Easy Classical Guitar Gig Book have been culled and arranged as an aid to the working professional and semi-professional guitarist who finds himself in a variety of playing situations, such as weddings, restaurants, and other social gatherings that present live music.
Download or read book Acoustic Guitar written by Richard Johnston and published by Hal Leonard. This book was released on 2005-04-01 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar Reference). Foreword by C.F. Martin IV. This comprehensive guide explains how to buy and maintain the guitar that matches your needs. From its beginning in European classical music, through American innovations like blues, jazz, country, and all the way to rock, pop and folk, the acoustic guitar's versatility is remarkable. This book covers all types of models with an emphasis placed on steel-string flattops, archtops and classical guitars. Topics covered include: How to tell the difference between a good sounding and bad sounding instrument; How much of the sound is determined by the wood; How to amplify and maintain its natural sound; How much money to spend in order to get an instrument that matches your level of playing; A color section illustrates historically significant instruments.
Download or read book Pop Hits for Classical Guitar written by Hal Leonard Corp. and published by Hal Leonard. This book was released on 2020-01-01 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar Solo). 17 expertly crafted guitar arrangements of today's top pop hits written in standard notation and tab, with professional quality audio demonstration tracks performed by a classical guitarist. Songs include: All of Me * City of Stars * Despacito * Game of Thrones * Havana * Hello * Let It Go * Paradise * Perfect * Royals * This Is Me * A Thousand Years * You Say * and more. Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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 The Classical Guitar written by John Morrish and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2002 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering essays by the world's top experts in a full-color, coffee-table quality book, this is the first work to tell the complete story of the classical guitar and its repertoire, players and makers - from its 19th century European roots to modern international interpretations. This handsome softcover volume features lavish photography of classical guitars made by the best luthiers in the world. Additional essays cover use of the classical guitar in pop music, different playing and teaching techniques, the collectors' market, and the science of the guitar. It also features profiles of legendary artists such as Andres Segovia, Julian Bream and John Williams, plus a full discography, a glossary, an index, a bibliography, and a guitar measurement chart.
Download or read book Classical Technique for the Modern Guitarist written by Dr. Kim Perlak and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Berklee Guide). Learn the essential techniques for playing classical guitar. These exercises and demonstrations will help you to develop ease of motion, efficiency, coordination, tone, control over dynamics and color, melodic connection and harmonic balance while preventing injury. Techniques for each hand are discussed in isolation and then combined with exercises drawn from the "Chaconne" by S.L. Weiss, which is also included in its entirety. Whether you are a classical or improvising player, you will find a clear, concise outline of the basic hand position and timing, with dozens of illustrative photographs and detailed descriptions. The online audio recordings demonstrate the techniques and their effects.
Download or read book The Responsive Guitar written by Ervin Somogyi and published by . This book was released on 2010-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). The Responsive Guitar is about physics, dynamics, acoustics and construction of the guitar. It's about the mechanics of tone; what materials to build with, when to add or remove wood for maximum benefit, and why those techniques work. Somogyi explains in exquisite detail how the guitar makes sound, and what musicians and luthiers need to know in order to appreciate a really well-made guitar. This book sets the foundation for the matching volume Making the Responsive Guitar .
Download or read book Classical Guitar Making written by John S. Bogdanovich and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2007 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Renowned luthier John S. Bogdanovich crafted the project shown inside for his own personal use. The design he presents is simple but elegant and is a composite of ideas borrowed from several different guitars admired for their tonal qualities and aesthetic details. In close-up photographs Bogdanovich invites you to stand by his side and follow the entire process from start to finish. He offers guidance through every step, and explains every decision, from the arrangement of his workbench and the selection of the wood, to tuning and setting up the instrument. Bogdanovich also provides a choice of alternative methods and materials -- to help you find your own style of working, and to enable you to add your personal touches to your project. By the time your instrument is finished, you'll have acquired a world of knowledge, from the difference between quartersawn and flat-sawn wood to the pros and cons of lacquer versus French polish. You'll have mastered dozens of skills, including bending and aminating wood and cutting and seating wire frets. Best of all, you'll have a beautiful instrument, designed to your own specifications, that will give pleasure to everyone who hears it." -- Book jacket.
Download or read book Steel string Guitar Construction written by Irving Sloane and published by Dutton Adult. This book was released on 1975 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Classic Guitar Method Fifth Edition written by Harry George Pellegrin and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-08-10 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in one volume, much of what the novice classical guitarist will need to know to place him or her on the recital stage. From proper Instrument care and maintenance to the necessary technical skills, musical mindset and the standard repertoire?all is exposed and explored in enough detail and insight that the student will wish to keep this book close at hand for years to come top serve as a ready reference source.
Download or read book Acoustic Steps written by Marco Cirillo and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-10-26 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acoustic Steps is a book for intermediate-advanced acoustic guitar players. This book will help to improve improve your fingerstyle, chords, rhythm, creativity and composing skills. This book is organized in 14 stages. Each has a warm up and a basic exercise based on three different levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced. When you practice the beginner level, you will learn the chords position and the basic rhythm of the exercise. Then, you will move on to the intermediate level where rhythm and a more articulated fingerstyle pattern occur. Once you master the intermediate level, you will be able to start the advanced level. Here, techniques like chord melody and percussive approach will help you improve your fingerstyle skills as well as creative skills. Acoustic Steps is not a book for complete beginners. Get this book only if you have been playing for at least six months. This book is complemented by the online videos at www.blitzguitar.com. Take your playing further with Acoustic Steps. Improve your skills and creativity. Learn new techniques like Tapping and Cascading scales on guitar. Acoustic Steps is one of the most practical book for acoustic guitar! Check out the video support at http: //www.blitzguitar.com/buy-stuff/ click the video button and check the content
Download or read book The Techniques of Guitar Playing written by Seth F. Josel and published by Bärenreiter-Verlag. This book was released on 2021-03-09 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Der Gitarrist Seth F. Josel und der Komponist Ming Tsao geben in ihrem gemeinsam geschriebenen Buch einen umfassenden Überblick über zeitgenössische Spieltechniken der klassischen Gitarre. Prägend war hierbei eine neue Generation von Gitarren-Solisten, die durch ihre außerordentlichen technischen und virtuosen Fähigkeiten einem neuen Verständnis von instrumentaler Aufführungspraxis den Weg geebnet haben. Detallierte Erklärungen über das, was technisch auf dem Instrument möglich ist, werden präsentiert und im Hinblick auf die traditionelle Gitarrentechnik in einen historischen Zusammenhang gestellt. Für Komponisten interessant sind die ausführlichen Analysen von zeitgenössischer Gitarrenliteratur, die viele Beispiele aus Kammer- und Ensemblemusik mit einbeziehen. Vier Hauptkapitel beschreiben - Techniken der rechten und der linken Hand - Besondere Harmonien und perkussive Techniken - Die Hauptinstrumente der Gitarrenfamilie und ihre Möglichkeiten - Notationsmöglichkeiten für zeitgenössische Gitarrenliteratur Detaillierte Grafiken zu Multiphonics-, Bitones- und Perkussions-Techniken sowie Audio-Tracks, auf die aus dem Buch heraus verlinkt wird, ergänzen die im Buch beschriebenen Beispiele.
Download or read book 120 Studies for Right Hand Development written by Mauro Giuliani and published by Alfred Music. This book was released on with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These studies constitute an irreplaceable part of the standard study material for classical guitar. They are designed to aid in maximum development of right-hand technique.
