The Acoustic Guitar Bible

The most complete and comprehensive guide to the acoustic guitar to date. This huge volume, with 2 CDs featuring 158 audio examples, covers everything you will need to know to approach, master and enjoy the acoustic guitar to its full potential. Topics covered include: how to care for your instrument · different approaches to tuning · effective practicing and getting the best from your hands · musical theory and composing for the guitarist · extended chords, harmony, modal soloing and unusual improvisation · self-accompaniment and building exciting rhythm parts · advanced techniques and effects such as raked harmonics and tapping · using different pickups and their properties · caring for your instrument in transit · and more! The book also includes tons of full pieces in a variety of styles.