Rock Guitar for Dummies - Paperback

by Jon Chappell (Author)

Check out this guide to rock guitar technique

If you're ready to start playing some rockin' tunes on the guitar, there's no better teacher than Rock Guitar For Dummies. This is the ultimate guide to playing rock 'n' roll on six strings, even if you've never picked up a guitar before! Master the riffs and melodies of your favorite songs and artists, or make up a few of your own. Find out how to choose the right amplifier, strum power chords, and maintain your guitar. Moving over from another style of guitar playing? You'll love this guide's deep dive into rock guitar technique. You'll even learn to differentiate the sounds of classic rock, heavy metal, grunge, progressive rock, and beyond. Plus, you'll get access to online resources, including audio and video clips, to bring your rock 'n' roll education to life.

• Get step-by-step instruction on playing rhythm and lead guitar in a variety of rock styles
• Practice with countless exercises and songs to add to your repertoire
• Download and stream over 150 audio and video tracks demonstrating the exercises and techniques in the book
• Find essential tips and tricks for tuning up, changing strings, and maintaining your guitar

If you're a novice or intermediate guitarist wanting to rock 'n' roll, this is the friendly Dummies guide for you.

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Bring the house down with your guitar mastery

Want to infuse a little rock-and-roll attitude into your guitar playing? Rock Guitar For Dummies is here to help, with simple explanations and fun exercises to teach you essential rock guitar techniques. You'll also learn how to get the right gear, set up your space, and maintain your equipment. Plus, this updated edition includes over 150 audio tracks and video clips, so you'll hear and see exactly how it's done. By the time you're through, you'll be the next Jimi Hendrix. Okay, maybe not, but you'll be riffing and rocking your way to some hardcore guitar fun.

Inside...

• Choosing a guitar and amp
• Tuning and changing strings
• Playing rhythm and lead guitar
• Left- and right-hand technique
• Storing and maintaining your gear
• Classic rock, grunge, pop, heavy metal, and more styles
• Downloadable resources

Author Biography

Jon Chappell is an award-winning guitarist with a master's degree in music composition. He has published over 20 method books and has performed with Graham Nash, Judy Collins, and Pat Benatar. He authored Classical Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition and Blues Guitar For Dummies.