The Guitar Player Book - by Hal Leonard (Paperback)

About the Book

THE GUITAR PLAYER BOOK: THE ULTIMATE RESOURCE FOR GUITARISTS

Book Synopsis

A must-have for serious guitarists and guitar aficionados, and for the 160 000 readers of Guitar Player magazine! A best-of collection from the magazine's four-decade history, this book gives guitarists invaluable information for improving their playing and understanding the instrument's history, construction, and care. The exclusive interviews include words of wisdom from past masters such as Chet Atkins, Duane Allman, Jimi Hendrix, and Frank Zappa, as well as from six-string stars like Bonnie Raitt, Carlos Santana, Eddie Van Halen, Keith Richards, and B. B. King. Readers will sharpen their technique in master classes with players such as John Scofield and Larry Carlton, learn the basics of repair, get professional advice on recording guitar, and learn about the 50 greatest guitar tones of all time and the 101 greatest moments in guitar history - including an interview with Leo Fender.

About the Author

The editor of Guitar Player magazine, Mike Molenda won the 2003 CMPI Editor of the Year Award, and helped guide GP to a 2003 Maggie Award as Best Music Magazine.

Les Paul not only established himself as a rock 'n' roll icon, but assured his immortality with the development of the solidbody electric guitar. He lives in Mahwah, New Jersey and performs weekly at the Iridium Jazz Club on Broadway.