A perfect workbook for all 3-string cigar box guitarists
The 3-String Blank Tablature Workbook and Reference for the Cigar Box Guitar provide players with a place to write down your musical ideas and keep your songs together in one workbook. There are four templates to work with: blank tablature (tab) with chord diagrams, 3-string blank tab, chord diagrams with the GDG fingerboard, and 3-string chord diagrams.
Several handy quick references are also included specifically for the 3-string cigar box guitar tuned GDG: chords, scales, scales patterns, fingerboard charts, and tablature with a notation guide showing how to write down commonly used playing techniques. 118 pages.
Volume Two of the "Ultimate Collection" series continues with more music and instruction to help learn the three-string cigar box guitar tuned to GDG. The book covers a wide variety of material and is excellent for beginners to advanced players. There is a good selection of tunes including blues, rock, jazz, classical and traditional that can be played with a slide, a pick or just your fingers. As usual, each tune includes tablature and music notation for those familiar with reading music. There are an additional 18 songs with suggested chords and diagrams, strumming and fingerstyle patterns, time signatures, the starting singing note, and the key of the song. There are also some sample accompaniment patterns and useful tips on how to accompany on the cigar box guitar.
If you are into rock and pop styles check out the "12 rock riffs" and the popular chord progressions with diagrams. The chord progressions are based on current pop/rock music and can be applied to your favorite songs. As in volume one of this series, a full chord and scale library with fingerboard charts are provided. The most common chords also have photos, a chord chart, and tablature and notation. The "10 ways to play major and minor chords" is an excellent way to learn and master the major and minor chords on the cigar box guitar!
Lastly, check out my website for the online audio tracks and videos and please send your comments and suggestions for further publications! Enjoy! Brent Robitaille
"101 Riffs and Solos" is arranged for the 3 string fretted or fretless cigar box guitar tuned to GDG. A great resource for beginners and a good review of useful techniques for players of all levels and styles including blues, rock, country, popular and more. The riffs cover all the main slide techniques needed to improve your playing. Lesson tips and instructions are also included for each of the 101 riffs and solos. How to read tablature, rhythms and how to play slide are presented for beginners or those in need of a refresh. Download the 101 free audio mp3's (coming July 14) from my website to help learn the riffs and solos. Scales and chord tone charts are also included to further your knowledge and to help create your own riffs and solos. You will also find a few pages of commonly used chords and fingerboard charts at the back of the book. Please visit my website at: www.brentrobitaille.com for more information.
Reviews:
Really awesome stuff Brent I've always loved blues music and blues licks since I was a kid. I just found out about all of the CBG activity and am just starting to learn on my new 3 string box. I've tried full size 6 string guitars several times but never improved enough because of such short stubby fingers. Now I have lots more hope. Big thanks for all these great riffs Brent ... Jon
GOOD BOOK FOR PLAYING A 3-STRING CBG ...R.Reynolds.
"the nuts and bolts of CBG" B.Baker
Audio tracks really help. Especially for a beginner like me. B.White
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