Guitar

-The aim of this book is to introduce beginners to the basic concepts of the guitar. Important techniques are given their own sections with exercises and examples provided. It includes an extensive section on amplifiers and numerous tips and advice on all aspects of the guitar. Music theory concepts are clearly presented and explained.

All Content:

-Getting Started

.Different Types of Guitars

.Anatomy of a Guitar

.Buying a Guitar

.Buying an Amplifier

.Tuning the Guitar

.Tablature

Lead Guitar and Rhythm Guitar

-Playing the Guitar

.For Beginners

.The Basics

.Open Chords

.Intervals and Power Chords

.Muting and Raking

.Learning Songs

.Technical Exercises

-Lead Guitar

.Scales

.Scale Theory

.Picking and Plucking

.Arpeggios and Sweep Picking

Slides

.Hammer-ons, Pull-offs, and Trills

.Bending and Vibrato

.Harmonics

.Tremolo Bar Techniques

.Tapping

.Octaves

.Rhythm Guitar

.Chord Types

.Barre Chords

.Movable Chords

.Chord Progressions

.Alternate Picking

.Tremolo Picking

.Rhythm

.Playing Styles

.Folk Guitar

.Blues

.Slide Guitar

.Rock/Alternative Guitar

.Country and Western

.Metal

.Jazz

.Classical Guitar

.Flamenco

.Reggae

-General Guitar Theory

.Tone and Volume

.Singing and Playing

.Writing Songs

.Playing With Others

.Recording Music

.Tuning Your Ear

.Playing What You Hear

-Equipment

.Guitar Accessories

.Effects Pedals

.E-bow

.Cables

.Bass Guitar

.Harmonica and Guitar Combo

-Maintenance

.Guitar Maintenance and Storage

.Adjusting the Guitar

.Stringing the Guitar

-Appendices

.Alternate Tunings

.Scale Manual

.Chord Reference

.Blues Exercises

.Song Library

.Blanks - These are templates used for writing tabs and making scales in this book.