Encyclopedia of Scales & Modes for Electric Bass


Book Description

A master catalog of major, minor, pentatonic, and blues scales in the keys of C, D, E, F, G, A and B. In addition, the Mixolydian, Dorian, Phrygian, and Locrian modes are presented in each key. A fingerboard diagram appears at the top of each page. the scale or mode is shown in numerous positions on the fingerboard, and a riff is shown in notation and tablature utilizing each scale or mode. This comprehensive text also includes charts showing the history of scales and modes, formulas, practice tips, key charts, circle of fifths, and much more.




Guitar Mode Encyclopedia


Book Description

This remarkably thorough text covers all the modes of the major, melodic minor and harmonic minor scales. Twenty-one different modes are explained in detail and examined from five different perspectives. In addition, open position fingerings, closed position fingerings, harmonies, chord voicings, tips for improvisation, practice progressions, melodic patterns and sample solos are provided.




Time Signature Studies for Bass


Book Description

This study examines time signatures and rhythms for the acoustic bass and the four and five-string electric bass. This method book is divided into two sections: 1) addresses simple meters, and 2) focuses on compound meters. This study will promote facility in executing the feel or groove of the rhythm within each time signature. In standard notation only.




Fernando Sor: Selected Studies Arranged for Electric Bass


Book Description

This book presents selected studies by masterful 19th-century classical guitar composer Fernando Sor, arranged and edited for bass. Drawn from several of Sor’s collections of studies, this publication aims to provide electric bass players with material that is both didactic and enjoyable to play but could also be used in recital programs. A set of duets provides more advanced players with further study material. Written in standard notation and tablature.




Classical Favorites for Electric Bass


Book Description

Improve your bass guitar technique and musicality by studying the music of the masters. Classical Favorites for Electric Bass is a collection of solos and duets featuring the music of Bach, Beethoven, Haydn, Dragonetti and other composers of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods. Some of these pieces are well-known and others are a bit off the beaten path, but each composition encourages technical and musical development in players who want to expand the scope of the electric bass beyond traditional bass lines. This book is written in standard bass clef notation and tablature and is recommended for the intermediate to advanced player.




The Guitarist's Scale Book


Book Description

A complete scale encyclopedia for guitar with over 400 scales and modes. It contains scale diagrams with notation and tablature for each scale and tips on how and when to use each scale. Our ScaleFinder System, using icons and letters, makes scale finding easy. It also contains outside jazz scales, exotic scales, Peter's own CrossStringing scales, and easy to understand explanation of scales and modes. This is the only scale book you'll ever need.




Essential Scales for Electric Bass


Book Description

Scales are one of the foundations of good playing and Essential Scales for Electric Bass is a quick and simple guide for music students of all levels, specifically tackling this important topic. It is designed to help the bass player acquaint himself with using the scales as tools to expand his musical dimension. The book will help any bassist compose riffs and bass lines, enriching the sounds with new and diverse nuances to achieve personal objectives.




The Guitar Grimoire


Book Description

An encyclopedia with over 6,000 diagrams, charts and graphs. Complete explanation of all 5,6,7,and 8 tone scales and modes.




Guitar Scales Bible


Book Description

Change the Course of Your Guitar Journey! - With Over 30 Scales And 125 Lick Ideas! You've got to learn your scales! - The advice that changed the course of my guitar journey! Guitar scales is the single most important thing that you can learn on the guitar. It can quickly elevate your guitar playing from a "person who plays guitar" to a "musician". A good understanding of scales and the fretboard is all it takes to become the guitarist of your dreams. Exploring Scales can be a daunting task! With all the confusing music theory behind scales and weird boxes patterns, it'll take you years if not "forever" to master and explore all the scales out there! A lot of potential musicians get caught up in these box patterns and never get to explore their true potential! Being able to create music and soloing up and down the fretboard remains a distant dream! But with a little help....... A little help is all it takes! You'll soon see yourself crushing the fretboard and exploring territories of unheard emotion and music! With the right guidance, you can easily go from "a person who plays guitar" to "musician" who can create magic at his will. A musician who can solo all over the fretboard without getting lost! A skillful guitarist with bubbling licks under his fingers! You too can become that guitarist! Discover the world of guitar scales! Music can be easy if you know your scales and can navigate the fretboard effortlessly! That's precisely what you'll find inside this monstrous encyclopedia of scales! Explore the world of guitar scales and discover musical treasures you never knew existed! Here's a summary of what you'll find inside: Explanations for each of the 30+ scales and modes Whole neck and pattern diagrams for each scale A "Take Action" section with lick ideas to make sure the theory hits practical playing skills! Free audio tracks for every lick in the book All the theory you need - construction, formulas, notes and sprinkled secrets to get the best out of the scales And a lot more..... Let's dive deep into the world of scales and music - together! I can't wait to see you on the inside! Unleash Your Creativity and Let's Create Some Music! Scroll Up and Click the Buy Now Button to Grab Your Copy!




Basix Scales and Modes for Guitar (Book & CD)


Book Description

This book is a fast and fun way to learn how to use scales and modes from day one, and provides a strong foundation upon which to build. Contains 14 essential scales and modes, licks in the styles of famous guitarists, and guitar TAB, neck position and standard music notation. The online audio includes accompaniments for songs and exercises.