Author : WM. Gower, H. Voxman

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Author : Joe Bouchard

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This book serves as a comprehensive guide for complete beginners eager to start playing the electric bass. Even those who have never touched an instrument will find themselves able to play simple bass lines right away, mastering techniques such as pickstyle and fingerstyle, as well as scales and accompanying guitar chords. Joe Bouchard, a former member of Blue Öyster Cult, adopts a warm and encouraging tone that inspires even the most casual enthusiasts to engage with the material. Additionally, a CD is included to illustrate each example and offer play-along opportunities, enhancing the learning experience.

Author : Joe Bouchard

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For those with fundamental keyboard skills, comparable to Alfred's Basic Piano, Lesson Book 2, this resource offers an immediate entry into the world of rock music. It begins with a comprehensive review of essential music concepts and basic rock theory, guiding learners through rock chords, left-hand patterns, arpeggios, and slash chords. Additionally, it covers reading lead sheets and improvising using the pentatonic scale. Other subjects explored include blues-rock, rock ballads, and an introduction to musical modes. This is an indispensable starting point for any aspiring rock keyboardist, complemented by a CD that provides examples and opportunities for play-along practice.

Author : Joe Bouchard, Sheila Romeo

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This book is an excellent resource for keyboardists who have grasped the fundamentals of rock chords and soloing. It begins with a recap of the concepts and skills introduced in Beginning Rock Keyboards, then delves into chording and soloing techniques over popular rock progressions. Additionally, it explores complex chords, diatonic harmony, bass lines, arpeggios, and more. The book also examines the styles and techniques of renowned rock keyboardists. Filled with pieces to practice, it serves as an ideal foundation for the advanced rock concepts presented in Mastering Rock Keyboard. Accompanying the text is a CD that provides demonstrations and play-along opportunities.

Author : Joe Bouchard, Sheila Romeo

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The Total Rock Keyboardist is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to become a versatile keyboard player. This comprehensive guide includes warm-up exercises, practical tips for effective practice, an exploration of various keyboard instruments and their historical significance, as well as techniques for creating left-hand bass lines across different styles.