Guitar Zero

Author : Gary Marcus
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 110155228X
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Guitar Zero written by Gary Marcus and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-01-19 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the eve of his 40th birthday, Gary Marcus, a renowned scientist with no discernible musical talent, learns to play the guitar and investigates how anyone—of any age —can become musical. Do you have to be born musical to become musical? Do you have to start at the age of six? Using the tools of his day job as a cognitive psychologist, Gary Marcus becomes his own guinea pig as he takes up the guitar. In a powerful and incisive look at how both children and adults become musical, Guitar Zero traces Marcus’s journey, what he learned, and how anyone else can learn, too. A groundbreaking peek into the origins of music in the human brain, this musical journey is also an empowering tale of the mind’s enduring plasticity. Marcus investigates the most effective ways to train body and brain to learn to play an instrument, in a quest that takes him from Suzuki classes to guitar gods. From deliberate and efficient practicing techniques to finding the right music teacher, Marcus translates his own experience—as well as reflections from world-renowned musicians—into practical advice for anyone hoping to become musical, or to learn a new skill. Guitar Zero debunks the popular theory of an innate musical instinct while simultaneously challenging the idea that talent is only a myth. While standing the science of music on its head, Marcus brings new insight into humankind’s most basic question: what counts as a life well lived? Does one have to become the next Jimi Hendrix to make a passionate pursuit worthwhile, or can the journey itself bring the brain lasting satisfaction? For all those who have ever set out to play an instrument—or wish that they could—Guitar Zero is an inspiring and fascinating look at the pursuit of music, the mechanics of the mind, and the surprising rewards that come from following one’s dreams.

Author : Rod Fogg
Publisher : Race Point Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1627881999
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Guitar Course written by Rod Fogg and published by Race Point Publishing. This book was released on 2014-03-15 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVThe Ultimate Guitar Course is the ideal instructional for beginner guitar players who are looking to start playing a few chords from day one. It’s a graded course that will take you from your very first lesson through mastering advanced soloing techniques. It includes an illustrated book with over 200 images, a laminated wall chart illustrating the guitar chords, as well as a CD-ROM in a slick and easy-to-carry portfolio. The Ultimate Guitar Course book is composed of self-contained one-page lessons with simple, easy-to-follow instructions as well as clear photos illustrating both hand placement and technique. The laminated guitar chord wall chart was designed so players can hang it behind your door for easy reference while you work yourself up from playing 1- and 2-chord songs to more complicated pieces. And finally, access the CD-ROM in your portfolio which includes a complete set of audio backing tracks for you to practice and test yourself. And because the memory stick is small and portable, we’ve also added the book and exercises in tab and notation right on it so you can take the complete course anywhere you need to be. Why wait? If you’ve wanted to learn guitar for years but just don’t have the time or patience for an expensive guitar instructor, then The Ultimate Guitar Course is for you. The lessons are quick and easy, and you’ll be strumming a few chords by the end of your first day!/div

Author : Owen Edwards
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 006199782X
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book From Zero to Rock Hero in Six Weeks written by Owen Edwards and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2010-11-23 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From choosing and tuning your first electric guitar through to forming a band and getting your first gig—here's a crash course in rock guitar technique, which will have you riffing like a pro in record-breaking time! Using speed learning techniques to master the essential basics of rhythm and lead guitar technique, you will also gain an understanding and practical knowledge of music theory—all taught in a fun and irreverent style. With all essential chords and scales included, as well as dozens of the riffs, licks, and tricks used by rock's hottest lead guitarists, this book teaches you everything you need to get out of your bedroom and onto the stage. The accompanying CD includes more than 20 riffs inspired by world-famous rock and metal classics, and dozens of hot licks covering essential techniques: bending, sliding, vibrato, and phrasing; two-handed tapping, harmonics, arpeggios, and speed picking are all broken down step by step in an easy-to-follow fashion that will ensure you are never at a loss when the time comes to take to the spotlight!

Author : Jeff Schroedl
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1476814686
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hal Leonard Guitar Tab Method with Audio written by Jeff Schroedl and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar Tab Method). The First and Only Beginning Guitar Method of Its Kind! This is the guitar method students and teachers have been waiting for. Learn single notes with riffs like "Day Tripper" and "Crazy Train," power chords with classics by AC/DC and the Who, strumming with songs from Neil Young and Nirvana, and much more. The method's unique, well-paced, and logical teaching sequence will get students playing more easily than ever before, and music from popular artists like the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and Led Zeppelin will keep them playing and having fun. Book 1 includes: parts of the guitar, easy-to-follow guitar tablature, notes & riffs starting on the low E string, tempo & time signatures, understanding notes and rests, palm muting, vibrato, power chords, open chords, strumming, slides and slurs, hammer-ons and pull-offs, many music styles, nearly 100 riffs and songs, audio with demos of every example, and more!

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Publisher : Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780793502998
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Beatles Guitar Book written by and published by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation. This book was released on 1990 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 17 of their greatest trans-cribed note-for-note, including: Back in the U.S.S.R. * Eight Days a Week * Got to Get You into My Life * A Hard Day's Night * Hey Jude * I Saw Her Standing There * Let It Be * Strawberry Fields Forever * Ticket to Ride * and more.

Author : Jamey Andreas
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780975528525
Total Pages : 106 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar written by Jamey Andreas and published by . This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2004 Silver Award Winner for Best Instructional Materials by Acoustic Guitar Magazine.Correct Practice is what all good players do, whether they know they are doing it or not! That's how they get to be good players. Whether you are a beginner or a player with the usual problems, here is your Foundation book, "The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar!"- for ALL styles and ALL levels. "The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar" is composed of three elements:Understandings: Concepts which you must understand in order to begin to practice effectivelyTools: Practice Approaches to be used to solve problems in playing. These approaches are based on certain key Understandings, such as Muscle Memory and Sympathetic Tension, as well as Attention and Awareness.Exercises: Specific routines to be done during practice, that will build technique, (playing ability) in a step by step fashion, each step building on the previous one, and preparing for the next.

Author : Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1458444309
Total Pages : 70 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fingerpicking Celtic Folk (Songbook) written by Hal Leonard Corp. and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar Solo). A beautiful collection of 15 Celtic arrangements: The Ash Grove * Birniebouzle * Carrickfergus * Danny Boy * Loch Lomond * Mist Covered Mountains of Home * O My Love Is like a Red, Red Rose * Ned of the Hill * O'Carolan's Journey to Cashel * Scarborough Fair * Sheebeg and Sheemore (Si Bheag, Si Mhor) * The Skye Boat Song * Tarboulton Reel * Wild Mountain Thyme * Ye Banks and Braes O' Bonnie Doon.

Author : Mark Hanson
Publisher : Alfred Music Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780769200392
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beyond Basics written by Mark Hanson and published by Alfred Music Publishing. This book was released on 1998-06 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring standard notation and tablature, this new book & audio package introduces basic accompaniment patterns, how to use the thumb and fingers, Travis" picking, and much more. Readers learn the applications of folk, blues, ragtime and new age styles to solo guitar while learning beautiful new chord voicings."

Author : Justin Sandercoe
Publisher : Music Sales
ISBN 13 : 9781785583698
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Justin Guitar - Note Reading for Guitarists written by Justin Sandercoe and published by Music Sales. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Music Sales America). This book has been specially created for any guitarist who wants to learn note reading, be they beginners or more advanced players who have neglected this part of their musicianship. It starts with the very basics of written music and progressively introduces notes on each string one at a time until all notes in the "open position" (first five frets) of the guitar have been mastered, and up to 8th note rhythm subdivisions have been learned and applied. Also covered are sharps, flats, key signatures, accidentals, repeats and more. Each step includes practical exercises, handy tips and tricks and a simple repertoire for students to put their reading skills into practice. Spiral open so it lays flat no matter what page you're on.

Author : Gary Marcus
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0143122789
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Guitar Zero written by Gary Marcus and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-12-24 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Just about every human being knows how to listen to music, but what does it take to make music? Is musicality something we are born with? Or a skill that anyone can develop at any time? If you don't start piano at the age of six, is there any hope? Is skill learning best left to children or can anyone reinvent him-or herself at any time? For anyone who has ever set out to play a musical instrument—or wished that they could—Guitar Zero is an inspiring and fascinating look at the pursuit of music, the mechanics of the mind, and the surprising rewards that come from following one’s dreams. Gary Marcus, whom Steven Pinker describes as “one of the deepest thinkers in cognitive science,” debunks the popular theory that there is an innate musical instinct while challenging the idea that talent is only a myth. From deliberate and efficient practicing techniques to finding the right music teacher, Marcus translates his own experience—as well as reflections from world-renowned musicians—into practical advice for anyone hoping to become musical or learn any new skill.