Legendary Guitars
A stunning book profiling the 100 most exclusive, rare and seminal guitars ever made, with beautiful, exclusive photography. The ultimate collection of 100 legendary guitars From the beginnings of the American guitar in the 19th century to the avant-garde Canadian creations of a few months ago, from folk to electric to archtop; from the cheap guitar of the bluesmen of the 1960s to the Les Paul worth half a million dollars; all the instruments presented in this book are exceptional, whether it's because of their sound, their craftsmanship, the way they play, their aesthetics or the artists they inspired. Julien Bitoun, musician and great specialist in the history of rock, has lovingly selected each of the instruments. He tells the story of their creation and the reasons they entered history. Enough to make the most jaded collector pale or the most occasional enthusiast definitely addicted!
Beginner Guitar Bootcamp
Imagine picking up a guitar today for the first time ever, and impressing your friends and family with your ability to strum over 100 songs only 7 days from now.It's not as crazy as it sounds! You also don't have to practice all day to achieve this result. All it takes is about an hour a day of guitar playing for the next 7 days.Discover how you, too, can learn over 100 songs in a week or less on guitar even if you never touched a guitar before.Be prepared to become the life of the party, at every party, with the vast song repertoire you will amass within 7 days of learning from Beginner Guitar Bootcamp. The songs you will learn in this book cover a wide array of musical styles, bands, and artists, some of which include: Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Bob Marley, Talking Heads, Pink, Leonard Cohen, Bruce Springsteen, Cream, The Police, Kendrick Lamar, Led Zeppelin, Beck, Radiohead, The Animals, The Beach Boys, Keith Urban, Tom Petty, Sade, Cardi B, The Velvet Underground, The Doors, Eric Clapton, Lenny Kravitz, Neil Young, Santana, Sublime, Nirvana, Lily Allen, Steely Dan, and many more.Of course, as a complete beginner, you would not be able to play the guitar solos or riffs to these songs as on the album in only 1 week of playing, but you WILL be able to strum all these songs along with the record or by yourself to entertain your friends.Beginner Guitar Bootcamp teaches the chords and guitar strum rhythms that every beginning guitar student always starts with, then teaches how to play well over a hundred songs in a week.These fantastic results that "Beginner Guitar Bootcamp" guarantees are one of the reasons why the author, Vreny Van Elslande, is among the most sought-after guitar teachers in the greater Los Angeles area. His students progress incredibly quickly. He has helped students go from complete beginners to professional, full-income-earning musicians in three years or less.He organized and worded the learning material in "Beginner Guitar Bootcamp" using the same learning techniques, structure, and communication styles that guarantee all his students their outstanding results and progress. It is one of the reasons why he can count so many celebrities and famous musicians amongst his client roster.Some of the lessons include: How to Practice for Top ResultsHow to Tune the GuitarHow to Hold the GuitarHow to Play with Great TechniqueRhythm & StrummingHow to Keep TimeAll the Chords Everyone Starts WithHow to Switch Between ChordsHow to Transpose Songs to Easier KeysSome Basic Music TheoryBar ChordsI IV VBluesWell Over 100 Songs. . . and more.If you want to see the same outstanding results and progress on guitar that all his students enjoy, this is the book for you.You're only one week away from impressing all your friends and family with your guitar playing even if you've never played before. As you will discover in the upcoming days: there is nothing as gratifying and satisfying as this amazing feeling you get when you see and hear yourself rock out song after song on guitar.
Fender Telecaster
Authoritatively written and lavishly illustrated, Fender Telecaster 75 Years is the officially licensed anniversary celebration of this legendary guitar. Embraced for its simplicity and adaptability, the Fender(R) Telecaster(R) guitar is a musical icon around the world and across musical genres, its distinctive design as beloved today as it was when Leo Fender introduced the guitar to the world in 1951. In Fender Telecaster 75 Years, guitar historian Dave Hunter traces Telecaster(R) guitars across seven-plus decades, beginning with Leo Fender's breakthrough design in his modest Fullerton, California, workshop. From there, Hunter explores: The new Telecaster design in the context of the contemporary guitar market and the needs of musicians of the day.The Telecaster's solidbody two-pickup configuration, bolt-on neck, and carefully considered body shape, as well as the players who played a part in the guitar's early evolution.Design improvements undertaken throughout the Telecaster's first decades, such as the introduction of a rosewood fingerboard and Custom Color options.CBS's 1965 acquisition of Fender and its effects on company culture and the Telecaster, as well as the 1985 acquisition of Fender spearheaded by a group of employees.Fender's forward-thinking combination of vintage specs and materials with modern features in Telecaster guitars that offer classic styling and current conveniences.Along the way, Hunter contextualizes the evolving Telecaster within the contemporary guitar industry and shows the relationships that admired players throughout the decades have enjoyed with this guitar, including Muddy Waters, Keith Richards, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, George Harrison, Bruce Springsteen, and Joe Strummer--to name a few! Illustrated throughout with rare images from the Fender archives, Fender Telecaster 75 Years treats readers to rare behind-the-scenes views of the shop floor throughout the years, studio imagery of the guitars, rare period advertising and brochures, and performance photography of Fender players. Often imitated but never duplicated, the Fender Telecaster remains a triumph of imagination and design more than seven decades on. This is the official and definitive illustrated story of this guitar--and a must-have for every guitar enthusiast.
Keyboard for Dummies
Discover the keyboard that's right for you, whatever your budget! Looking for a fun, challenging, and rewarding new instrument to play? Thinking about the piano but don't necessarily have the room or the budget to put one in your home? Then grab a copy of the second edition of Keyboard For Dummies! In the book, acclaimed music technologist and keyboardist Jerry Kovarsky explores the wide variety of keyboards available, their sounds and features, and how to find the one that's right for you. This book walks you through the basics of keyboard playing, from hand and finger placement, to reading music, understanding rhythm and the basics of chords and harmony. Then, take on the fundamentals of sound editing, using effects, and recording your music. You'll learn how to hook up a keyboard to your computer, iPad or smartphone using both wired and Bluetooth technologies. Inside the book: Tips for choosing the right keyboard for you and keeping it in good condition Step-by-step tutorials to teach you keyboard hand placement and basic keyboard technique Suggestions for playing the most common keyboard sounds Playing along with rhythm patterns and auto-accompaniment Help with recording and editing songs Recommended online resources and example audio tracks Whether you're a total keyboard novice or a more experienced piano player seeking to explore electronic keyboards, Keyboard For Dummies is the easy-to-read and fun guide to the instrument that you've been waiting for.
A Socio-Cultural History of the Violin in Australia
This book presents a social history of the violin in Australia from 1788 to 1914, exploring its pivotal role in colonial society and influence on local music-making and culture. It provides scholars with new insights into how musical instruments like the violin were used to navigate and express social boundaries within a colonial framework.
Guided Practice Routines for Drums - Foundation Level
Make every practice session count and build rock-solid drum skills in 10 guided routinesAre you struggling to make real progress on the drums no matter how hard you practice?Do you ever feel overwhelmed, not knowing what to practice next?Every musician struggles with practice - especially the what, how and when. The answer is a structured plan that will yield tangible short and long-term improvements. Guided Practice Routines for Drums - Foundation Level is a step-by-step practice plan that takes the guesswork out of your drum practice and helps you focus on the right things.Designed for beginner to intermediate drummers, this book shows you exactly what to practice and why, so you can develop the essential techniques, coordination, and musicality to play with confidence. What's more, you'll practice along with live audio that includes instructions and advice from the author.A Focused Practice Course That Yields Immediate BenefitsGuided Practice Routines for Drums - Foundation Level is a complete, 10-week guided practice course with 129 step-by-step exercises. Through it, you'll develop three essential drumming skills: Stick control - improve your hand technique on the snareCoordination - get your hands and feet working together smoothlyMovement - learn to move around the kit efficiently and musicallyBut this book is about musicality as well as technique! Following the practice routines, you'll learn to...Play musically useful grooves and fills for pop, rock, funk, blues, and moreLearn common time feels like 4/4, 3/4, 12/8, and shuffle-based groovesDevelop control, timing, and dynamics - key for playing with other musiciansBuild fills that actually sound good in songs, not just technical patternsLearn advanced articulation approaches to sound like a proA Clear, Simple to Follow Practice Structure Focusing on the Right ThingsYour instructor, award-winning drummer Buster Birch, has been teaching drummers for more than 30 years. His guided practice routines work because each weekly routine has a clear focus, and the exercises build from simple to complex, always combining technique with creativity.No more guessing about what you need to practice, it's all planned for youAvoid common pitfalls like random noodling and aimless jammingAn approach proven to help self-taught players form a proper foundationMakes sure you practice the right way, forming habits that stickGuided Practice Routines for Drums - Foundation Level provides a solid foundation for your playing by giving you skills that translate directly to real-world musical situations, and the confidence to lay down grooves, play authentic fills, and move around the kit with purpose and control. This 10-week course will transform your practice sessions and you'll rapidly hear the improvement in your playing.Complete Audio GuideEach exercise is accompanied by high-quality audio tracks, including full-length guided practice sessions. Buster's coaching ensures you stay motivated and on track, turning practice into a fun and engaging experience.Get ready to build an unshakeable drumming foundation and become the confident drummer you've always wanted to be with Guided Practice Routines for Drums - Foundation Level.Buy it now!
Easy Trumpet Lessons for Beginners
A manual for quick and easy mastering of the trumpet from simple lessons to complex ones. Designed for ordinary people who have little to no musical background. By the end of the training, you will have mastered all the basic skills necessary to play the trumpet. For Kids 11+ and AdultsThe instrument, choosing it and its proper careComplete fingering chartVisual photos and diagramsBasic theory with no unnecessary informationBreathing and exercises?tudes with online audio examplesAccompaniment for 5 songsChoosing the right starter book is half the result! There is no CD included with the book. Audio files are available online via a direct link inside the book.
