INSIDE FLAP

This book is a rich resource of chords and chord substitution possibilities. Because the number of chord voicing possibilities can seem overwhelming the study of this book should be approached as a long-term process aimed at mastering all the chord voicings presented. It takes concentration and commitment, but the in-depth knowledge of the guitar you will receive from hard work on these chords is immeasurable. This book will present you with a multitude of musical combinations. You may not have heard some of them, yet these chords and progressions are only a small part of the harmonic palette available on the guitar, and are known by all accomplished players. They are the tools of the trade. Let them inspire your creativity. Learn the chords and progressions in this book and don't just imitate. Use them as a starting point to create your own unique voice. The guitar is a very easy instrument on which to see fingering patterns. It is a common trap to read these patterns instead of reading musical notation. This can cripple your musical potential. The method presented here tries as much as possible to get you to learn the notes and to understand the basic music theory behind all chord combinations. In this way you can use both your musical intuition and your analytical mind to help you create.