Title
Mastering the Guitar: A Comprehensive Method for Today Guitarist! Vol. 1A,Used
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Mastering the Guitar is an innovative, exciting way to learn the guitar. Coauthored by William Bay and Mike Christiansen, this extremely comprehensive method applies the array of musical styles and techniques found in today's music. Written in notation and tablature, it covers a vast array of guitar solo and accompaniment styles. A special feature of this method is that it teaches both flatpicking and fingerstyle solo and accompaniment techniques. We feel that Mastering the Guitar is the most comprehensive approach to guitar technique repertoire and performance to be found anywhere. Volume 1A: Presents the essential foundational studies for contemporary guitar performance; Immediately introduces the student to the concept of playing contemporary music through the creative use of tablature; Logically and methodically teaches notereading, utilizing the notes in first position on each string in numerous pages of playing material (over 155 solos and duets in the keys of C, A minor, G, and E minor); Contains more than 140 scale and picking studies, chord etudes, and accompaniment pieces, teaching contemporary techniques such as the slur, hammeron, pulloff, vibrato and slide; Includes indepth sections on backup guitar and rhythm; Incorporates guitar duet material.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Mastering the Guitar: A Comprehensive Method for Today Guitarist! Vol. 1A' about? A: This book is an innovative method for learning guitar, covering a variety of musical styles and techniques relevant to today's music scene. It includes notation and tablature to facilitate learning.
- Q: Who are the authors of this guitar method? A: 'Mastering the Guitar' is co-authored by William Bay and Mike Christiansen, both respected figures in guitar education.
- Q: What styles of guitar playing does this book cover? A: The book covers both flatpicking and fingerstyle techniques, along with a wide range of guitar solo and accompaniment styles.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 144 pages, providing a substantial amount of material for learners.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, Volume 1A is designed to introduce essential foundational studies for contemporary guitar performance, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: What types of exercises are included in the book? A: It includes over 155 solos and duets, as well as more than 140 scale and picking studies, chord etudes, and accompaniment pieces.
- Q: What techniques will I learn from this book? A: You will learn contemporary techniques such as slurs, hammer-ons, pull-offs, vibrato, and slides, essential for modern guitar playing.
- Q: Is the book available in different formats? A: The book is available in a paperback format, making it easy to handle and use for practice.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Mastering the Guitar: A Comprehensive Method for Today Guitarist! Vol. 1A' was published on January 1, 1999.
- Q: Can this book help improve my rhythm and backup guitar skills? A: Yes, it includes in-depth sections on backup guitar and rhythm, which are crucial for developing comprehensive guitar skills.