Contains the most useful open, bar and Jazz chord shapes of the most used chord types with chord progressions to practice and play along with. Includes special sections on tuning, how to read sheet music, transposing, the use of a capo, as well as an easy chord table, chord formula and chord symbol chart.

Let’s face it – in the music world, guitars set the standard for cool. Since the 1950s, many of the greatest performers in rock ‘n’ roll, blues, and country have played the guitar. Playing electric guitar can put you out in front of a band, where you’re free to roam, sing, and make eye contact with your adoring fans. Playing acoustic guitar can make you the star of the vacation campfire sing-along or allow you to serenade that special someone. And playing any kind of guitar can bring out the music in your soul and become a valued lifetime hobby. Guitar For Dummies delivers everything the beginning to intermediate guitarist needs. The information has been carefully crafted so that you can find exactly what you want to know about the guitar. This clearly written guide is for anyone who wants to know how to Strum basic chords and simple melodies Expand your range with advanced techniques Play melodies without reading music Choose the right guitar Tune, change strings, and make simple repairs Figure out how to play anything from simple chord progressions to smokin’ blues licks. Guitar For Dummies also covers the following topics and more: Hand position and posture Basic major and minor chords Adding spice with basic 7th chords and barre chords Playing melodies in position and in double-stops Different styles including rock, blues, folk, and classical Buying a guitar and accessories Taking care of your guitar Guitar For Dummies also contains a play-along audio CD that contains all 97 songs and exercises from the book. Whether you’re contemplating a career as a heavy metal superstar or you just want to strum a few folk songs for your friends, this friendly book-and-CD package makes it easy to pick up the guitar and start playing. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

A comprehensive, lesson-by-lesson introduction to playing the Guitar. Covers notes on all six strings, picking technique, chords, strumming patterns, reading music and basic music theory. Includes many well-known Pop, Rock, Folk and Blues songs.

A great introduction to the world of Acoustic Guitar playing. Covers strumming, picking, left hand techniques, chords and reading music. Contains a wide variety of styles including Blues, Country, Rock and Folk.

Introduces all the important open chord shapes for major, minor, seventh and suspended chords. Learn to play many chord progressions, including 12 Bar Blues and turnaround progressions.

Teach yourself Rock Guitar. Covers all the essentials of both rhythm and lead playing. Contains lots of great sounding licks and solos.