Mandolin For Dummies
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.37 (928 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1119942764 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 396 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-12-09 |
Language | : | English |
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If you've been bitten by the mandolin bug and are ready to jump in with both feet, Mandolin For Dummies is your springboard. Newcomers and old hands alike will enjoy the mandolin trivia and history liberally sprinkled throughout the book. Been playing for a while and want to expand your repertoire of styles? No problem: Don Julin will fill you in on how to play all popular styles, including old-time, Irish, blues, bluegrass, swing, and jazz – plus a bit of Dawg music. From the Back CoverLearn to:Select the right mandolin and accessoriesMaster various chords and picking patternsPlay Irish, blues, swing, jazz, bluegrass, and old-time m
One of the Best Beginner Books out there I looked at this book as it came highly recommended from several sources. I went through the paperback preview on Amazon as it has the most content in the preview. It had some preview of the sheet music etc. As a beginner of Mandolin (just bought the Mandolin a week ago), I actually was using the book's preview on Amazon to do finger exercises and work wi. fcosco said most comprehensive and clearly written.. Been trying to learn mandolin for about most comprehensive and clearly written. fcosco Been trying to learn mandolin for about 4 years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters 4-14 that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters most comprehensive and clearly written. fcosco Been trying to learn mandolin for about 4 years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters 4-14 that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. -1most comprehensive and clearly written. fcosco Been trying to learn mandolin for about 4 years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters 4-14 that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. that start with "most comprehensive and clearly written." according to fcosco. Been trying to learn mandolin for about most comprehensive and clearly written. fcosco Been trying to learn mandolin for about 4 years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters 4-14 that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters most comprehensive and clearly written. fcosco Been trying to learn mandolin for about 4 years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters 4-14 that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. -1most comprehensive and clearly written. fcosco Been trying to learn mandolin for about 4 years via youtube videos and instructional books and this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book i've seen. It covers every aspect of mandolin (this is what a mandolin looks like) through advanced playing techniques.the heart of the book is chappters 4-14 that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. that start with 2 finger chords and then move o. finger chords and then move o. Great book for beginners and experienced players Aaron Joy I have played bass and guitar for 20 years. At some point early in my playing I bought a mandolin. I never really learned how to play. I recently got it out of storage and decided to actually learn. After 20 years I now know something of music theory that I didn't in the beginning, but I still wanted some mandolin basics, chords, scales, techniques, etc s
Don has spent the last 30 years challenging the boundaries of the mandolin and developing a reputation for being one of the most eclectic mandolin players on the scene today. . Don Julin is a professional mandolin player, instructor, and recording artist
The fun and easy way to learn to play the mandolinThe newest addition to the highly successful Dummies instrument-instruction line, Mandolin For Dummies gives you easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction on learning to play the mandolin. Following the time-tested Dummies format, Mandolin For Dummies provides a level of content and instruction greater than anything currently available.Mandolin For Dummies breaks down the fundamentals of this instrument and provides the resources you need to practice and improve your ability over time.Packed with individualized instruction on key mandolin-friendly musical styles, including Irish and Celtic, "old time" American music, blues, bluegrass, swing, and jazzFiles available via download provide audio tracks from the book and exercises so you can play along and build your skills -- almost 2 hours of music!Clear and useful photos and diagrams ensure you fret, strum, and pick with precisionIncludes a mandolin buying guide to help ensure you make the right purchasesTips on restringing mandolins and other DIY care and maintenance topicsIf you're an aspiring mandolin player, don't fret! Mandolin For Dummies has you covered.