8-String Guitar Mastery: Modern Scales Book: Expanding from 6-String Skills to 8-String Proficiency

By Karl Golden

About This Book

8-String Guitar Mastery: Modern Scales Book - From 6-String Skills to 8-String Expertise offers an in-depth exploration designed for guitar players proficient with 6-string instruments and eager to master the 8-string guitar. This guide delves into extending your range and capabilities, tailored specifically for those ready to embrace the challenge of more strings and greater musical expression.

Who Is This Book For?

This book targets intermediate to advanced guitarists familiar with basic scales and fretboard navigation on a 6-string guitar, looking to transition smoothly to an 8-string guitar. It's perfect for those who want to expand their knowledge, embrace new technical challenges, and explore innovative musical ideas on a broader fretboard.

What You'll Learn

Adapting Scales and Modes: Learn how to convert familiar 6-string scales and modes to fit the extended range of an 8-string guitar.

Navigating the Fretboard: Detailed instructions on integrating the two additional lower strings into your current play style, using practical methods and exercises.

Innovative Techniques and Theories: From mastering interval relationships to using my "String Pairs" system for octave navigation, this book covers crucial techniques that enhance your playing and improvisational skills.

Practical Applications: Step-by-step guidance on applying these concepts in your daily practice, compositions, and improvisations.

Why This Book?

Authored by a seasoned 8-string guitarist who has charted his journey from initial intrigue to full mastery, this book fills a crucial gap in existing educational resources. It not only teaches you how to adapt existing skills but also encourages a deeper understanding of music theory that is tailored specifically for 8-string guitars.

Extras

Downloadable audio files for exercises with backing track to play along.Streamable video footage of all the exercises for a visual insight on how to play them (very important )

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F2M6PXRN
• ISBN13: 9798315581673
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"