Product Description: The Contemporary Guitar traces the extraordinary rise of the instrument in concert music over the past century. Though recognized worldwide as a popular music icon, the all-to-recent time when the guitar was looked down upon as a second-class citizen in the world of “serious” music is finally past, and it can now be found in the scores of the most important composers...read more

Product Description: A primary prelude to the guitar, including what the string instrument looks and sounds like, basic instructions on how to play it, and the kinds of music that feature it. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument's sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it...read more

Product Description: This title is a terrific introduction to guitars for kids. After starting with an overview of the main parts of the guitar from tuning pegs to the bridge, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described. Simple, fun and informative sentences accompany photos of kids and adults playing guitars to provide an understanding of this instrument in the world of music...read more

Product Description: (Guitar Book). Music historian Dave Rubin surveys the gear, tones, licks, and lives of 100 top guitarists in this exclusive book/CD pack. Includes rare photos, bios, tablature, and an audio CD featuring every lick in the book! Learn the magic behind guitar masters of all genres, including classic rock, hard rock/metal, blues, country, jazz, and acoustic...read more

Product Description: Discover the recording secrets of our generation's guitar heroes: Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson, Zakk Wylde, Ted Nugent, Billy Sheehan, Larry Carlton, Stanley Clarke, Steve Morse, Jeff Beck, Leslie West, Robin Trower, Tommy Emmanuel--a total of 30 outstanding players in all...read more

Product Description: The Rough Guide to Guitar is a one-stop shop for all your guitar-related needs — whether you're buying, playing, gigging, recording, or a complete beginner. It covers everything from the basics a new player needs to hints and tips for experienced guitarists, and even how to successfully start a band...read more

Product Description: Written by a guitarist for a guitarist, Basic Pro Tools for Guitarists is the perfect way to get started recording with Pro Tools. Designed for guitarists of all skill levels, this book includes clear, easy-to-understand explanations on everything you need to know to get going...read more

Product Description: A very simple introduction to various types of guitars, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played.

This hardcover book & DVD set will show you step by step how to play the guitar! Simply Guitar takes you from the basics through to more complex aspects of the guitar with the helpful 64 page book and 48 minute interactive DVD.

Fullcolor collages and accompanying text describe the importance of the guitar in Mexico, especially in Paracho, a tiny town which is becoming the center of the Mexican guitar industry.

Draws on Eastern religion to present a series of life lessons through the metaphor of music to help readers live their lives with purpose, contemplation, and harmony