Author : Susan Mazer

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Discover over 30 beloved pop, rock, traditional, campfire, and holiday songs using just four chords with the Guitar for the Absolute Beginner: 4-Chord Songbook. This resource is ideal for unwinding after a long day, leading family sing-alongs, or enjoying music with friends by the campfire. Featuring straightforward yet authentic arrangements, the book also introduces strumming patterns and optional advanced chords for those ready to explore further. You can play a diverse selection of tracks from artists like Green Day, R.E.M., Van Morrison, and Jimmy Buffett, as well as cherished traditional and holiday favorites such as "House of the Rising Sun," "Scarborough Fair," "Amazing Grace," and "Silent Night."

Author : Susan Mazer

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For many musicians, the thrill of soloing is the highlight of their musical experience, offering a unique joy in creating spontaneous, personal expressions of music. However, the prospect of improvisation can be daunting for some, raising questions about which notes to choose, how to generate fresh ideas, and the fear of making mistakes. "Easy Soloing for Acoustic Guitar" addresses these concerns by providing straightforward techniques that instill confidence in soloing, applicable across a wide range of musical styles. Rather than delving into complex music theory, this book offers practical strategies that can be utilized in real-world scenarios. It is tailored for beginners who have a grasp of fundamental skills, such as tuning, strumming chords, and picking single notes. The content includes standard music notation and tablature, accompanied by a CD that demonstrates all the examples presented in the book.

Author : Susan Mazer

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This engaging and straightforward guitar method offers lessons designed for both parents and children. By following the well-structured lessons in this book, you can stay ahead of your child while developing your own teaching skills. Guitar Together covers essential topics such as playing notes and chords, reading music, and proper guitar handling. Additionally, the book features duets that allow you to perform alongside your child, creating opportunities for mini-concerts with friends and family. An accompanying CD provides demonstrations of all the examples and songs included in the book.

Author : Susan Mazer

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This book serves as an ideal continuation of Guitar for the Absolute Beginner 1, introducing more advanced chords and strumming techniques. It covers essential concepts of blues and rock improvisation, classic fingerstyle patterns, and melody playing, all presented in an accessible and friendly manner. Designed to equip you for further exploration of your preferred musical styles, this resource includes a CD that demonstrates each example and offers play-along opportunities. The book consists of 32 pages.

Author : Susan Mazer

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Author : Susan Mazer

Description

This 64-page guide is ideal for novices eager to sing and play the guitar. It covers essential chords along with various strumming patterns and fingerpicking techniques suitable for a wide range of songs. Additionally, it introduces vocal methods such as diaphragmatic breathing and singing from the mask. The book also addresses topics like memorizing lyrics, enhancing chords, playing slash chords, and improvising guitar fills. For those unfamiliar with music notation, it includes tablature and user-friendly notation, along with a dedicated section at the end that provides the necessary information to read music effectively.

Author : Nathaniel Gunod, Susan Mazer

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This series offers an engaging introduction to music education. Books 1 and 2 feature lessons on music theory, ear training exercises, and accompanying worksheets. Designed for students aged 8 to 12 who are in their first year of lessons, it aims to strengthen their music reading abilities and enhance their comprehension of fundamental musical concepts. This comprehensive and user-friendly approach incorporates theory lessons, ear training (supple

Author : Nathaniel Gunod, Susan Mazer

Description

This series offers an engaging introduction to music education. Books 1 and 2 feature lessons on music theory, ear training, and accompanying worksheets. Designed for students aged 8 to 12 in their initial year of study, it aims to strengthen their music reading abilities and enhance their comprehension of fundamental musical concepts. This comprehensive and user-friendly approach incorporates theory lessons, ear training supported by CDs for the first two books, and practical worksheets.