A Modern Approach to Naming Guitar Chords
by Joseph Davis
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Pub Date 1 Nov 2018 | Archive Date 15 Feb 2019
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Description
Finally-an intuitive, single-source standardization for naming guitar chords in the 21st century! A honing of guitar theory as a subcategory of music theory. Commonsense approach to all things guitar chord, including how to label alternate chord voicings. New concepts, including natural harmonics chords, unison chords, and octaval chords. A massive Instructional Glossary with clear and precise definitions, benefiting both guitarists and music theorists alike.
Appendices containing 747 graphical guitar chord boxes and definitions for several guitar tunings:
• Standard
• Open Major A/E
• Open Major G/D
• Drop D
• Double Drop D
• Bruce Palmer Modal
"Band of Witches" sample song sheet.
Procedures for registering a copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office.
Introduction to U.S. copyright law's fair use doctrine, including a comparison of mechanical and sync licenses.
Presented in an easy-to-read, connect-the-dots manner.
An absolute must-read for the guitarist wanting to transcribe new sound-creations into guitar chords.
The only textbook needed for a Progressive Guitar Theory 105 course.
Though geared toward the needs of a seasoned guitarist, this book contains a wealth of information that will benefit anyone, from the casual campfire-strumming enthusiast to avid music theorists looking for a greater understanding of the challenges facing non-sight-reading guitar players.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781457564864 |
| PRICE | US$59.97 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 446033
This is a 101 class of guitar chords. The author makes an amazing work by explaining how to use the guitar from scratch and how to read the music sheets by demystifying the symbols and definitions used.
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Paul F, Reviewer
The author did a bang-up job in the way he categorized the material in this book. For the novice enthusiast, learning to play the guitar can be fun. The challenge begins by wanting to achieve a level of proficiency with playing and naming the chords. However, with that said, when it comes to naming them some debate arises. Generally speaking, the chords are not universally identified the same by many practicing musicians. There's the rub.
An all inclusive look at the instruction presented in this material for establishing clarity with naming guitar chords was arranged in an easy-to-read format. More than just naming chords, this book would serve as an encyclopedia for every nook and cranny of the guitar. It's the go-to source for anything about it that anyone would possibly want to know. With great illustrations thrown into the mix, this marvelous edition comes highly recommended for the novice or advanced musician.
I send my appreciation to NetGalley and Dog Ear Publishing for this ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
