A La Classical

Most classical guitar folios feature compositions by the lesser-known guitar composers. This collection, however, exclusively features music by the world's most renowned composers. The works of Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frederick Handel represent the culmination of the Baroque era. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart stands at the summit of the Classical era. Ludwig van Beethoven straddles the Classical and Romantic eras, and Johannes Brahms is the giant of the Romantic era. For educational purposes, the pieces have been organized in order of difficulty within each composer's section. In addition, complete performances of all pieces can be heard on the accompanying CD. Enjoy! Includes: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring • The Harmonious Blacksmith • Ode to Joy • Lullaby • and more.

50 fantastic guitar solos in notes and tab from 18 Baroque composers, including Bach, Corelli, Couperin, Handel, Purcell, Rameau, Scarlatti, Telemann and others.

This book/CD package contains 25 timeless classical themes from the Renaissance to the Romantic Era and beyond. It includes works by J.S. Bach, Bartok, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Dowland, Guiliani, Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Purcell, Satie, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky. A bio for each composer is also included and the CD features demo tracks of each piece.

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Now Available With CDs! This multi-volume method was developed to allow students to study the art of classical guitar within a new, more con-temporary framework. For private, class or self-instruction. Book One features an all-new format that incorporates chord frames and symbols, as well as a record to assist in tuning and to provide accompaniments for at-home practice. Book One also introduces beginning fingerboard technique and music theory. Book Two and Three build upon the techniques learned in Book One.

The guitar is the cornerstone of Blues, Jazz and Rock music, and this comprehensive tutor provides a solid grounding in all three styles, complete with a CD of backing tracks and demonstrations.

Learn classic Blues patterns, phrasing and licks, as well as the characteristics of the Chicago and Texas styles. Unlock the secrets of modes and Jazz soloing, as well as Montgomery-style octaves and Latin sounds. Get you hands around power chords, two-handed tapping, string bending and neo-classical metal scales.

Become the very best all-rounded guitarist you can be. Whatever style you decide to play, you'll have the musicianship and the knowledge to make it work.

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Elevate your playing to the level of a true professional with this wide-ranging tutorial that will put your playing to the test - complete with a CD of backing tracks and demonstrations.

Play Like A Pro takles almost every aspect of your guitar playing, offering a host of guidance and advice to make sure you're guitar playing reaches its very best.

• Perfect your timing with play-along rhythm exercises
• Create memorable solos with slick phrasing and smooth voice leading
• Master the arts of bending, tapping, muting, damping, vibrato, harmonics and lots more.