Mel Bay Publications

This book contains the elements necessary to learn to play authentic bossa nova and samba accompaniment patterns. The material is presented in a sequential easy-to-follow format. As well as accompanim...

This collection of Latin-influenced pieces is ideal for the classical or fingerstyle guitarist seeking challenging new material that spans a number of genres and is melodically, harmonically, and rhyt...

The book is presented with both music notation and guitar tablature staff so that fingering and fingerboard positions can be easily cross-referenced. The accompanying on-line audio recording allows th...

The main goal of this book is to present what could be called Brazilian guitar today, working melodically, harmonically and rhythmically in some of the most important Brazilian musical styles.. We hav...

This book presents twelve original compositions for piano solo encompassing three musical styles originated in the Brazilian Northeast: the xote, the baiao and the frevo.

This book presents 12 piano solos based on two more Brazilian rhythms originated in Rio de Janeiro: the valsa and the marchinha (parts I and II of this piano series are on choro, samba and bossa nova)...

This book consists of twelve original piano pieces composed by the authors: six sambas and six bossas. The sambas themselves display a varied range of derived styles: samba-de-roda, sambao, partido al...

Complete Warm-Up for Classical Guitar contains short and concise exercises for use in a warm-up before practice or performance, and for general technical advancement. The book is divided into four sec...

Presents the Contradanzas Habaneras of Manuel Saumell (1817-1870), who has been called a 'Pioneer of the Cuban danza. ' Originally written for the piano, this collection of contradanzas is a good exam...

A collection of studies and compositions written to provide a creative approach to a common problem. Most guitar students have not worked through a methodical approach to reading music notation, which...

Written by rock guitar virtuoso Stephen Delach, here is a straightforward approach to adding diminished and whole-tone colors to your improvisations. Geared toward the rock guitarist who has a firm un...

A Dozen Italian Diversions is perfect both for honing technical skills and for solo guitar performance at the intermediate level. Dedicated to his parents who took him to Italy frequently as a child t...

A comprehensive exploration of revolutionary Chapman Stick and it's accompanying tap techniques. A primer on theory will explain all the musical logistics enabling the student to fully gasp the concep...

This method book by renowned jazz artist Mimi Fox utilizes a unique approach to helping guitarists develop strong solos. Scales, arpeggios, patterns, and syncopated rhythms are introduced in a logical...

New compositions for solo classic guitar by acclaimed guitarist and composer, David Pritchard. All solos are in standard notation. 'In addition to all the music I've written over the past twenty years...

This book is an attempt to capture the highlights of twenty-eight years of composing. Each of these 32 compositions is an expression, and as such - an exposure, of a genuine part of myself which I pre...

Lionel Loueke: Original Compositions contains 21 original compositions and 5 solo transcriptions which give the reader insight into the compositional language of guitarist-vocalist Lionel Loueke. Lion...

A handy left-handed reference chart showing 'E-Z Form' chords grouped by key. Full chord forms are also shown. An added feature is a note finder chart showing the location of every note on the first f...

Resonator Guitar Anatomy And Mechanics Wall Chart is a fantastic visual reference for any Guitar enthusiast. Resonator Guitar Anatomy And Mechanics Wall Chart includes complete anatomy of the instrume...

Lap Steel Guitar Anatomy And Mechanics Wall Chart is a fantastic visual reference for any Guitar enthusiast. Lap Steel Guitar Anatomy And Mechanics Wall Chart includes a large diagram of the instrumen...

The Luthier Wall Chart is perfect for any workshop, classroom, enthusiasts home or studio. This fantastic chat created by Tom Bills elaborates clearly on how to create you own guitar, or simply improv...

The Songwriter Toolbox is a comprehensive self-teaching course that guides the writer from the initial burst of inspiration to the tools of songwriting. Topics covered include lyrical techniques, song...

Mastering the Lap Steel Guitar will take you from beginner basics such as tuning, right hand blocking, and holding the bar, to advanced techniques including bar slants, harmonics, string pulls and mor...

The Encyclopedia of Acoustic Lap Steel Guitar Solos is a collection of compositions for steel guitar from styles including Hawaiian, Jazz, Blues, Ragtime, Country, Latin and even Chinese music. Fernan...