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The Ultimate Guitar Chord Book
Paperback
Series: The Ultimate Guitar Books, Book 3
Music Instruction: GuitarSongwriting
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 11 2020
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.27 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Unlock the full potential of your guitar playing with this comprehensive guide to mastering chords. Whether you're a beginner expanding your chord knowledge or an experienced player exploring new voicings, this book provides everything you need to enhance your skills.
Using the CAGED system, this book teaches you over 240 essential chord shapes, all fully movable across the fretboard. These shapes can be applied to all 12 keys, giving you access to over 2,880 chord possibilities! Each chord family is represented by five shapes, seamlessly connected across the fretboard for endless creative exploration.
Perfect for All Levels - No Music Theory NeededThis book is designed for players of all levels. You can dive into chord shapes and progressions immediately, without needing prior music theory knowledge. If you're curious, there's also an in-depth explanation of how chords are formed and how to harmonize the major scale up to the 13th degree.
Create Your Own Chord ProgressionsLearn how to craft your own chord progressions effortlessly. This book gives you the tools to experiment with every chord combination, enabling you to write songs and expand your improvisational skills.
Downloadable Video & MP3 AudioEnhance your learning with downloadable HD video and MP3 audio for every exercise. Watch and listen as each chord shape and progression is demonstrated, guiding you through every step.
Over 30 Types of Chords CoveredThis book covers a wide variety of chords, from basic triads to advanced extended chords, including:
- Major & Minor Triads
- Diminished & Augmented Triads
- Major, Minor, Dominant, and Diminished 7th Chords
- Ninth, Eleventh, and Thirteenth Chords
- Sus, Slash, and Altered Chords
- Power Chords and Thumb Chords
Along with chord shapes, the book includes practice exercises to help you memorize and utilize chords effectively. You'll also find scale recommendations for improvisation, making this an all-in-one resource for improving your guitar playing.
What's New in This Edition:- Clearer Diagrams: Updated chord diagrams for easier reading.
- Basic Theory Chapters: Added explanations on chord formation and harmonization.
- Scale Suggestions: Ideas for scales to practice over each chord type.
- Video & Audio Support: Downloadable or streamable HD video and MP3 for every exercise.
- Free Printable PDFs: Access blank tablature and chord charts on the author's website.
About the Author
Written by professional guitarist and YouTube educator Karl Golden, with over 60 million views on his video content. With over a decade of experience, Karl's approach makes learning guitar fun and accessible to all skill levels.
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