We've included learning materials here from the Mel Bay Guitar Method series for our readers who want to take a more traditional look at learning to play the guitar. Music is a journey where we are always learning, and the Mel Bay method is a way for many experienced guitarists to increase the depth of their knowledge. This course lays a solid foundation for sight reading, music theory, playing in all keys, playing up the neck, and chords. If you've thought about taking a traditional course in guitar, the Mel Bay method series is highly recommended.
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 1, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Beginner Level |
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| The Modern Guitar Method Grade 1 is the first course in the world's most popular guitar method. This comprehensive spiral-bound volume doubles the quantity of studies and solos presented in the original edition. Every new concept is reinforced by numerous pages of fresh study material. In addition, every note contained in the original Modern Guitar Method Grade 1 is included and supported by additional playing material. Spiral bound for durability and reading convenience; Provides an incredibly solid foundation for any guitar student. | ||
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 2, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Beginner - Intermediate Level |
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| Grade 2 of the famed Mel Bay Modern Guitar Method adds new, carefully graded playing material for every concept taught. Solos are presented in various styles. A special feature is the addition of in-depth picking studies in the keys of C, Am, G, Em, F, Dm, D, and Bm. Additional studies are contained in second position and in 6/8 time. In short, if you really want to learn to play great guitar, this is the method! It is unmatched in its thoroughness in teaching every important concept. | ||
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 3, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Intermediate Level |
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| Grade 3 of the acclaimed Modern Guitar Method contains outstanding solos, etudes, chord melody studies, scale studies and duets in the keys of A, F#m, G, D, Em, Bm, F, Dm, Bb, Gm, Eb, Cm, Ab and Fm! In addition, 2nd and 3rd positions are thoroughly explored. Every concept in the original Grade 3 has been expanded with ample playing material. Completion of this text will assure that the guitar student is well on the way to becoming an accomplished guitarist. | ||
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 4, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Intermediate Level |
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| Grade 4 of the Modern Guitar Method is filled with solos, technique and scale studies, duets and chord etudes designed to develop familiarity and skill playing in the higher positions on the guitar fingerboard. Fourth position is studied utilizing the keys of E, A, C#m and D. Fifth position studies are in F, Dm, C, Am, Bb and Eb. Seventh Position is developed with studies and solos in the keys of C, G, Em, Bm, F, Dm, D and Gm. Finally, the 9th position is presented using the key of A Major. | ||
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 5, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Intermediate Level |
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| Grade 5 of the Modern Guitar Method contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies and duets in the keys of C, Am, G, Em, F, Dm, D, Bm, Bb and Gm. Presents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key. For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions. | ||
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 6, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Intermediate Level |
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| Grade 6 of the Modern Guitar Method contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies and duets in the keys of A, F#m, Eb, Cm, E, C#m, Ab and Fm. Presents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key. For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions. The most comprehensive approach to contemporary guitar mastery available! Includes audio CD of examples. | ||
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Modern Guitar Method Grade 7, Expanded Edition
by Mel Bay Book + CD Intermediate Level |
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| Grade 7 of the Modern Guitar Method contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies, and duets in the keys of B, G#m, Db, Bbm, Gb, and Ebm. Presents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key. For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions. The most comprehensive approach to contemporary guitar mastery available! Includes 2 CD's. | ||