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Harry Chapin -- Guitar Anthology: Guitar Songbook Edition

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The version of "Sequel" included in this songbook isthe only published copy of the song. It's pretty much dead on! Each ofthe songs also includes the tabs so that you can play them just likeHarry did.

Looking for pictures or text? This is not the book. Butit does include a few pages of how to read the tabs. A good additionfor the completist.

- Steve Gibbons...

As a Harry Chapin fan, I had all of the records from the late 60's, through the 70's and into the early 80's. My wife and I saw Harry life on three occasions, the most memorable at the Landmark Theater in Syracuse amid a raging snowstorm. Loved him to death. I can't even pronounce nor remember the names of the people/groups my kids listen to today.

Two years ago, I purchased a Technics digital keyboard. It is terrific. Several weeks ago, I searched for sheet music on Harry. This anthology was what I came up with. The only disappointment is the fact that there are less than 10 songs in it, but it does include a few of my favorites including "Corey's Coming." The beauty of the book is that, even though it is written for guitar, it can easily be translated to the piano. Beyond that, with a digital piano, you can truly sound very close to the original recording by setting your keyboard up with a folk guitar, etc.

I'm certain this book is great for the guitar enthusiast who is a fan of Harry Chapin; as well, don't overlook it if you are a keyboard player. Last point: this is a good introduction to Harry Chapin for young musicians who never met the man when he was alive.

Seeing six albums on the cover of the book, I thought a lot more songs would be available. There was only 11 songs in the book. I'm a big Harry Chapin fan. I have all his albums, and all the CDs that are available. I was lucky enough once to see him in concert. If you are looking for a decent collection of Harry Chapin songs in one book, this isn't it.

If you're looking for a good guitar book to help practice, or give you great ideas for songs that haven't been written yet. This is a good place to start. Harry Chapin was one of a kind.