Publisher Description

Once guitar players learn the basics, they need to take the next step in their musical education. Scales are the musical grammar they're looking for, and this book is a one-stop shop for every scale guitar lovers could ever imagine! Highlights of this valuable reference book include:Easy-to-follow fret board diagrams (no music reading required);Thousands of scale shapes;Scales for every style of music, including world/ethnic music;The basic theory behind the scales and tips on how to use them;And more! Musicians at all levels will enjoy the new sounds and possibilities these scales provide, and the accompanying audio CD demonstrates how to use the scales in real-life musical situations. This oversized volume contains everything guitarists need to know about scales in a fun, down-to-earth package!

Author Biography

Marc Schonbrun is an educator, writer, and performer. He lectures on guitar and music technology, and he frequently tours the country educating musicians and teachers. He is the author of several books on music, including "The Everything Guitar Scales Book with CD" and "The Everything Guide to Digital Home Recording".

Long Description

Once guitar players learn the basics, they need to take the next step in their musical education. Scales are the musical grammar they're looking for, and this book is a one-stop shop for every scale guitar lovers could ever imagine! Highlights of this valuable reference book include: Easy-to-follow fret board diagrams (no music reading required); Thousands of scale shapes; Scales for every style of music, including world/ethnic music; The basic theory behind the scales and tips on how to use them; And more! Musicians at all levels will enjoy the new sounds and possibilities these scales provide, and the accompanying audio CD demonstrates how to use the scales in real-life musical situations. This oversized volume contains everything guitarists need to know about scales in a fun, down-to-earth package!

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