Music Theory Workbook for Guitar: Scale Construction and Application, Vol. 2 [Paperback]

Bruce Arnold (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2001 | Series: Music Theory Workbook for Guitar (Book 2)

Guitarist tend to learn scales as fingering patterns, but all the great players can see scales on the guitar without having to rely on patterns. If you are spending too much time thinking about what pattern to play rather than just playing, then this book is for you. With a 10 to 15 minute commitment each day you can revolutionize your playing and finally get to a place in your mind and on your fingerboard where you can really let loose. Imagine not having to always relate your improvisation back to some pattern you've learned! The exercises here will help break down those bad habits and make you a much better improviser, and also get you finally learning all the important scales used in improvisation. This book continues the unique approach of Music Theory Workbook Volume One by tackling 22 different scales in staff notation, and just as importantly, directly to the guitar fretboard through guitar diagrams. A simple theory section written in concise and easy to understand language prepares you for each of the exercises. Worksheets are given that quiz you about scale construction using staff notation and guitar tablature. Answers are supplied in the back of the book enabling you to work without a teacher. 215 Page book

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Mr. Arnold has taught at some of the most prestigious universities in the world, and these books are the result of twenty years of experience. He has observed his student's most common musical problems, elicited their input, and the results are the Bruce Arnold Series of Music Workbooks, addressing both harmonic and rhythmic issues. These books are geared to the seriously dedicated musician, whether beginning or professional, and will provide a lifetime's worth of study and inspiration.

Music Theory Workbook for Guitar Volume Two is unique in that it also comes with Internet links to Audio and Video examples of all the written exercises. To be downloaded at your leisure and revisited when your practice schedule permits.

We are very excited about Mr. Arnold's innovative instruction series. We believe that this series of books will help more students and professional musicians to perfect their technique and reading skills. We know of no other books to compare with them; they are truly a teaching method for the New Millennium! --This text refers to the Spiral-bound edition.

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Music Theory Workbook for Guitar This book provides real hands-on application for 22 different scale types. A theory section written in concise and easy to understand language prepares the student for all exercises. Worksheets are given that quiz a student about scale construction using staff notation and guitar tablature. Answers are supplied in the back of the book enabling a student to work without a teacher. Audio files are also available on the muse-eek website to facilitate practice and improvisation with all the scales presented. --This text refers to the Spiral-bound edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 236 pages
• Publisher: Muse Eek Publishing Company (April 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 189094453X
• ISBN-13: 978-1890944537
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #992,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Guitarist Bruce Arnold has developed an extensive reputation as a composer educator and guitar virtuoso. He has created a unique signature sound that stems from his combination of jazz techniques and 20th Century compositional methods. He has played with such diverse musicians as Stuart Hamm, Peter Erskine, Joe Pass, Joe Lovano, Randy Brecker, Stanley Clarke, the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Mr. Arnold is also deeply devoted to music education and had written more than 60 music instruction. He heads the guitar departments at NYU and Princeton University and is the director of the New York University Summer Guitar Intensive He has taught at some of the most prestigious music schools in America, including the New England Conservatory of Music, Dartmouth College, Berklee College of Music, New School University, and City College of New York.

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10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great way to learn, December 1, 1999

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This review is from: Music Theory Workbook for Guitar: Scale Construction and Application, Vol. 2 (Spiral-bound)

I highly recommend this book. Mr. Arnold presents you with 22 scales, explains each one and gives you chord progressions to use to apply the scale. The publisher's website gives you cool midifiles of each chord progression with a whole band playing them. I've been jamm'in away with this stuff and it is very enlightening.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Workbook 2 keeps the pedal down, July 3, 2008

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This review is from: Music Theory Workbook for Guitar: Scale Construction and Application, Vol. 2 (Spiral-bound)

Like Arnold's first book on theory and intervals, Workbook 2 focuses on scale construction and its application on the guitar neck and staff. In addition, like the first book, it has answer guide for corrections. After going through these books, the student will definitely have their minds educated on where and what and just need to apply this to the guitar.

Again, not for beginners, but useful for those who have theory knowledge, and jazz intentions.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars not a workbook, July 29, 2009

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This review is from: Music Theory Workbook for Guitar: Scale Construction and Application, Vol. 2 (Paperback)

Although Music Theory for Guitar Volume 1 is an excellent book for beginners and intermediates, this one would really only be useful for a more advanced guitar player. It mostly contains scale charts for Lydian and Mixolydian scales, which was completely useless to me. There were NO written exercises in this book as there were in Volume 1.