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Guitar All-in-One For Dummies

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Guitar All-in-One For Dummies is an essential guide for anyone keen to master the guitar, covering everything from basic chord structures to advanced techniques. It provides comprehensive lessons on music theory, various playing styles, and includes tips for selecting the right guitar gear. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this book aims to enhance your skills and understanding of the guitar.
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You might enjoy this book if you're eager to learn guitar, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to expand your skills. It covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, offering practical advice and exercises from experienced authors in the music industry. If you're passionate about music and want a comprehensive guide to improving your guitar playing, this book could be the perfect resource.

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Guitar All-in-One For Dummies

A one-stop resource to learn to play guitar! This guide puts everything you need to start playing and continue improving at your fingertips.

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A one-stop resource to the essentials of owning and playing the guitar

If you’ve just bought a guitar, or you’ve had one for a while, you probably know it takes some time and effort to learn how to play the popular instrument. There’s so much to know about owning, maintaining, and playing a guitar. Where do you even begin?

In Guitar All-in-One For Dummies, a team of expert guitarists and music teachers shows you the essentials you need to know about owning and playing a guitar. From picking your first notes to exploring music theory and composition, maintaining your gear, and diving into the specifics of genres like blues and rock, this book is a comprehensive and practical goldmine of indispensable info.

Created for the budding guitarist who wants all their lessons and advice in one place, the book will show you how to:

  • Maintain, tune, and string your guitar, as well as decipher music notation and guitar tablature.
  • Understand guitar theory, sounds, and techniques to help you learn new songs and add your style to classic tunes.
  • Practice several popular genres of guitar music, including blues, rock, and classical.
  • Access accompanying online video and audio instructional resources that demonstrate the lessons you find in the book.

Perfect for guitar players at any skill level, Guitar All-in-One For Dummies is a must-have resource for anyone who wants to get the most out of their own guitar and make great music.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Guitar All-in-One For Dummies generally receives positive feedback for its comprehensive coverage of guitar basics, catering to both beginners and intermediate players. Reviewers appreciate its clear explanations and practical exercises. Some readers find it a useful resource for various guitar techniques and styles, though a few mention that it can be overwhelming due to its extensive content.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119731412

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 October 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 56.0mm

Width: 196.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 839g

Pages: 640

About the Author

This All-in-One guide includes content from Jon Chappell, a guitarist, composer, author, and magazine editor;

Mark Phillips, a guitarist, arranger, and editor;

DesiSerna, a guitar guru and music theory expert; and

Hal Leonard Corporation, a renowned U.S. music publishing company.

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