Guitar Atlas: Japan

To most of us, Japan is an exotic and faraway land. When we see images of Shinto shrines, pagodas, geishas, and Kabuki actors in face paint, our imaginations are immediately captured.Now you can experience this rich and mysterious culture through its music. In addition to arrangements of classic folk tunes such as 'Sakura' and 'Edo Komori-uta,' Guitar Atlas: Japan teaches about Japanese scales, modes, and tunings, and traditional instruments such as the shamisen, koto, shakuhachi. Learn guitar techniques to emulate the sounds of these exotic instruments. Discover the fascinating world of Kabuki music, including a style of shamisen playing called ozatsuma. The book also informs about the Bon odori, or bon dances, held during the summer festival of Bon.This exciting introduction to the music of Japan offers new and interesting music to add to your repertoire, and teaches techniques, theory, and traditions that will enhance your playing and enrich your spirit. A CD demonstrating all examples and compositions is included. / Guitare

Discover the rich traditions, history, origins, and pioneering artists of exciting styles from around the globe. Learn the characteristic rhythms and techniques used in some of the world's most remarkable music. All the music in this book is arranged for the guitar and will enlighten every guitarist---from beginners to advanced players. Volume 1 of this series features diverse music from six distinct parts of the world. From the lively rhythms of Italy to the exotic modes of Japan, this book will give you all the tools you need to infuse your playing with a new and unique flavor. All the music is presented in standard notation and TAB. An MP3 CD with over three hours of music is included to demonstrate all the examples in the book. / Instrumental Music, Methods & Tutors, Miscellaneou / Recueil / Guitare

'the little book...with all the BIG songs!? A pocket-sized collection of Coldplay songs, in chord songbook format, with chord symbols, guitar chord boxes and complete lyrics.Including the hits Adventure Of A Lifetime, Hymn For The Weekend, Miracles (Someone Special), Paradise, The Scientist, Viva La Vida, yellow and many more! / Paroles Et Accords Guitare