Guitar For Dummies<sup>®</sup>,9780764528132

Guitar For Dummies®

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ISBN13: 9780764528132
ISBN10: 0764528130
Format: eBook
Pub. Date: 2001-01-01
Publisher(s): For Dummies
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Summary

Let’ s face it  –   in the music world, guitars set the standard for "cool. Since the 1950s, many of the greatest performers in rock ‘ n’ roll, blues, and country have played the guitar. Playing electric guitar can put you out in front of a band, where you’ re free to roam, sing, and make eye contact with your adoring fans. Playing acoustic guitar can make you the star of the vacation campfire sing-along or allow you to serenade that special someone. And playing any kind of guitar can bring out the music in your soul and become a valued lifetime hobby.

"Guitar For Dummies delivers everything the beginning to intermediate guitarist needs. The information has been carefully crafted so that you can find exactly what you want to know about the guitar. This clearly written guide is for anyone who wants to know how toStrum basic chords and simple melodiesExpand your range with advanced techniquesPlay melodies without reading musicChoose the right guitarTune, change strings, and make simple repairs

Figure out how to play any

Table of Contents

Introduction
So You Wanna Play Guitar
Guitar 101
Turn On, Tune In
Ready, Set . . Not Yet: Developing the Tools and Skills to Play
So Start Playing: The Basics
The Easiest Way to Play: Basic Major and Minor Chords
Playing Melodies without Reading Music!
Adding Some Spice: Basic 7th Chords
Beyond the Basics: Starting to Sound Cool
Playing Melodies in Position and in Double-Stops
Stretching Out: Barre Chords
Special Articulation: Making the Guitar Talk
A Cornucopia of Styles
Rock
Blues
Folk
Classical
Jazz
Purchasing and Caring for Your Guitar
Perfectly Good Guitars
Guitar Accessories
Getting Strung Along: Changing Strings
Staying Fit: Basic Maintenance and Repairs
The Part of Tens
Ten Guitarists You Should Know
Ten Guitars You Should Know
Appendixes
How to Read Music
96 Common Chords
How to Use the CD
Index
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