Chords and Scales for Dobro and Lap Steel Guitar

Chords and Scales for Dobro and Lap Steel Guitar
Author: Ori Beanstock
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2010-12-30
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610659465

A visual way to master chords and scales on six string Dobro® and lap steel guitars in open G tuning. All chord and scale positions are presented as graphs, letting the player familiarize themselves with the instrument. Each graph describes a different position showing the neck to its full length so the player will see the book as if the instrument is lying on their lap.The book offers numerous chord options in all twelve keys as well as a clear picture of how to capture scale and mode positions. the use of slants and reversed positions in this book lets the player learn as many chord positions as possible.A visual way to master chords and scales on six string Dobro® and lap steel guitars in open G tuning.All chord and scale positions are presented as graphs, letting the player become fully familiarized with the instrument.Each graph describes a different position showing the neck to its full length so the player will see the book as if the instrument is lying on their lap.This book offers numerous positions of chords in all twelve keys as well as most essential scales and modes.

Complete Steel Guitar Method

Complete Steel Guitar Method
Author: Roger Filiberto
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2014-06-10
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609748867

This time-honored method addresses the six-string lap steel guitar in E7 tuning. This approach incorporates both note reading and melody chord playing. The melody chord approach is the one utilized and made famous by New Orleans' great guitarist and teacher, Roger Filiberto. This book contitutes one of the most practical, well-written methods available for the lap steel guitar; it teaches techniques and chord harmony applicable to Hawaiian, bottleneck/slide and even resonator styles.

The Hal Leonard Lap Steel Guitar Method

The Hal Leonard Lap Steel Guitar Method
Author: Johnie Helms
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 85
Release: 2009-07-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1495031810

(Instructional). The Hal Leonard Lap Steel Guitar Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the six-string lap steel guitar. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide by country music veteran Johnie Helms includes many fun songs and hot licks to learn and play. The accompanying audio features 95 demonstration and play along tracks. Topics include tunings, chords, scales, key positions, right- and left-hand techniques, vibrato, string pulls, slants, music reading, and much more!

Acoustic Lap Steel Guitar

Acoustic Lap Steel Guitar
Author: Peter Funk
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2015-10-26
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619115514

This book is a collection of sixteen instrumentals arranged for acoustic lap steel guitar in D and G tuning. Lovely Hawaiian tunes such as Aloha Oe are included as well as more bluesy selections such as Whistlin' Blues and Careless Love.The book even includes an Irish ballad, Down by the Sally Gardens, arranged specifically to be played on a lap steel guitar. Special techniques such as barslants, natural harmonics, and behind-the-bar-bends are carefully explained.Includes access to online audio

First Lessons Lap Steel Guitar

First Lessons Lap Steel Guitar
Author: Jay Leach
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2012-03-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619110776

First Lessons Lap Steel is a fun and easy approach to learning the lap steel guitar. Author Jay Leach explains the basics of the instrument including bar control, picking, and string groups, with fun exercises to play. This book also includes several catchy tunes and an accompanying CD with play-along tracks.

The Complete Jazz Guitar

The Complete Jazz Guitar
Author: Fred Sokolow
Publisher: Warner Bros. Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1996-09
Genre: Guitar
ISBN: 9781576235737

The definitive introduction to the art of jazz guitar. Covers chord construction, chord progressions, chord substitution, scales and their uses, scale substitution, and how to solo in a jazz context. With five complete transcribed solos, including Charlie's Blues * Cherokee * Willow Weep for Me.

The Art of Hawaiian Steel Guitar

The Art of Hawaiian Steel Guitar
Author: Stacy Phillips
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-01-19
Genre: Guitar music
ISBN: 9780786692040

This book is an excellent study of the history and unique musical stylings of the Hawaiian guitar. Stacy Phillips successfully pinpoints the characteristics of Hawaiian guitar solos. A special feature is the inclusion of a superb historical survey of Hawaiian music. Written in tablature only, G tuning. DeWitt Scott comments: There are two types of Hawaiian music, the 'authentic' style and the 'tourist' style. Stacy is presenting the 'authentic' style and this is much needed to keep the Hawaiian music alive. Includes access to online audio.

Mastering the Lap Steel Guitar

Mastering the Lap Steel Guitar
Author: Rob Haines
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 73
Release: 2018-08-27
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619118343

Mastering the Lap Steel Guitar will take you from beginner basics such as tuning, right hand blocking, and holding the bar, to advanced techniques including bar slants, harmonics, string pulls and more. Licks, songs and the Nashville number system are covered, with additional tips and tricks Rob Haines has acquired in over 40 years of playing professionally. The book is written in standard notation as well as tablature and includes access to online video.