Bluegrass Guitar Method: Learn Rhythm and Lead with Lessons and Songs

The Hal Leonard Bluegrass Guitar Method is your complete guide to learning bluegrass guitar. This book uses excerpts from popular bluegrass songs to teach you the basics of rhythm and lead playing in the styles of renowned artists such as Doc Watson, Tony Rice, Maybelle Carter, Lester Flatt, and many others. The accompanying audio tracks include 43 demonstrations and play-along sessions, which can be accessed online using the unique code provided in each book. These audio files can be streamed or downloaded, and feature the PLAYBACK+ multi-functional player, allowing you to slow down the audio without changing the pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.

Lessons within the book cover a wide range of essential bluegrass guitar techniques, including Carter strumming, alternating bass, waltz strums, using the capo, hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides, and crosspicking, among much more. The book's comprehensive approach ensures that you'll have a thorough understanding of the fundamental skills required to master bluegrass guitar.

Excerpts from a variety of beloved bluegrass standards are incorporated throughout the lessons, including "Amazing Grace," "Blue Moon of Kentucky," "Cripple Creek," "I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow," "I'll Fly Away," "We'll Meet Again Sweetheart," and "The Wreck of the Old '97," to name a few. These familiar song fragments not only provide a more engaging learning experience but also serve as a gateway to the rich musical heritage of the bluegrass genre.

The Hal Leonard Bluegrass Guitar Method is the ultimate resource for aspiring bluegrass guitarists, whether you're a beginner looking to establish a solid foundation or an experienced player seeking to expand your repertoire and refine your skills. With its meticulously curated lessons, expertly selected song excerpts, and the versatility of the PLAYBACK+ audio player, this comprehensive method will guide you on an enriching journey through the captivating world of bluegrass guitar.

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