The Art of Monsters, Inc.
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • An Illustrator to must have
  • INSPIRATIONAL ARTWORK FROM A TERRIFIC MOVIE
  • Sighhh...
  • A wonderful addition to a Pixar classic
  • Excellent book for any animator.
The Art of Monsters, Inc.
Pete Doctor
Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0811833887

Book Description

The Art of Monsters, Inc. opens the door into Pixar's colorful archives of concept art and to the endearing story of Monsters, Inc. Since the very first bedtime, children around the world have known that once their parents tuck them into bed and shut off the light, monsters lie waiting behind closet doors, ready to emerge. But what they don't realize is that these monsters scare children because they have to. It's their job. This superb film from Pixar Studios, the people who brought you Toy Story, A Bug's Life, and Toy Story 2, reveals the truth about monsters with the brilliant techniques that have earned them their reputation as a ground-breaking animation studio. This incredible body of artwork was commissioned from the top artists, illustrators, and animators in the industry and from it the ultimate visual approach of the film was defined. From sketches scribbled on napkins and quickly inked marker drawings, to finished oil paintings and fabulous pastel color scripts, this behind-the-scenes artwork reveals the elaborate creative process behind a blockbuster film.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars An Illustrator to must have.......2006-11-10

This books is a melting pot of ideas and arts, where the reader can to continue the adventure of Monster e co with has fantasy.

4 out of 5 stars INSPIRATIONAL ARTWORK FROM A TERRIFIC MOVIE.......2006-07-19

The colorful artwork in this book really gives you an idea of the development that a film like "Monsters, Inc." goes through to get to the screen. It is also inspiring because it shows that art in film specifically is a genesis -- and can be very collaborative.

5 out of 5 stars Sighhh..........2006-07-01

This is the type of book that makes you smile and sigh a little and then pet it. :]

I'm a Pixar fan and I'm working on collecting all the "Art of" books. So far I have this Monster's Inc. one and Finding Nemo. What's odd about these books is that they are all pretty different. Some contain more commentary than others and the concept art is drawn in different styles. This book has very little commentary and it is in the style of a very cartoony modern art. Finding Nemo on the other hand, has a lot of commentary to take you into the minds of the artists. The Finding Nemo book is also in a more realistic style and a lot of it is charcoal drawings.

So it depends on the type of person you are to tell which "Art of" book to buy. Monster's Inc is a lot more colorful and i feel it's more exciting because you can really see the development of the characters and setting and the gradual changes to what you see in the movie. I really enjoyed this book and I find myself flipping through it over and over again even though I read the whole thing in one sitting when I first received it. It's an amazing addition to any artist and Pixar fan.

5 out of 5 stars A wonderful addition to a Pixar classic.......2003-12-04

This book is full of wonderful, imaginative illustrations that show the time and effort that was placed into Monsters Inc. The numerous different illustrators that have provided work make this collection of images a delight. There is very little text and explanation to go along with the images, but this is exactly what I was looking for. Its interesting to see how many changes the characters appearances went through to reach the final animated film. A definite buy for any fan of Pixar.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent book for any animator........2002-12-01

What's surprising is that in this book there is hardly any screenshots or CG graphic art. But that's what makes the book great! It really proves that computer does not dominate in the animation industry; everything is still from sketches and traditional works. The book filled with great works from Eggleton (director of "For the Bird") and many other amazing script illustrators. The only thing that is disappointing is that most of the images are already available in the Monsters Inc. DVD. Overall, no animator should miss this book! Don't want to miss those amazing prints!
Disney-Pixar Monsters, Inc. Sticker Book
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great Fun
Disney-Pixar Monsters, Inc. Sticker Book
Dan Bunyan
Manufacturer: DK CHILDREN
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0789479427

Book Description

Pixar and Disney, the team behind Toy Story, Toy Story 2, and A Bug's Life, some of the most successful animated movies ever made, now present Monsters, Inc., in which a corporation of monsters collect the screams of children -- after all, monsters have to make a living, too! Now you can create your very own album of the movie with over 60 stickers of your favorite characters and scenes from Monsters, Inc.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great Fun.......2002-04-05

This book is very well designed. Inside there is a sticker book, and a booklet that has spaces for stickers. You put the correct stickers next to the captions and sort of build the story with the stickers. However, the stickers can last more than once. You can peel them off their spots and put them anywhere you like. It includes over 60 colorful stickers. A good buy.
Let's Draw Manga Monsters (Let's Draw Manga)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Not Just a Drawing book but a thinking book
  • Cute monsters, Sea monsters, Kaiju, you name it!
Let's Draw Manga Monsters (Let's Draw Manga)
Plex Inc.
Manufacturer: Watson-Guptill
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 156970967X

Book Description

Introducing the secret fusion matrix used by PLEX, Inc., this volume incorporates various elements drawn from animals, plants and inorganic matter to create one-of-a-kind monsters. This book is filled with step-by-step instructions for drawing monsters both large and small, along with charming critters that appear in children's cartoons. Instructions begin with the conceptualization of the monster design, followed by tips for establishing form, rough sketching, adding color, creating movement and dynamic battle scenes, and much more.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Not Just a Drawing book but a thinking book.......2006-12-25

This books doesnt just give you a bunch of monsters to copy,it actually lays out a total creative process for creating your own unique monster concepts. This fact immediately puts it ahead of most of the 'Draw Manga' books in that it doesn't just give you a list of stylistice tips but a whole way of thinking about the subject.

5 out of 5 stars Cute monsters, Sea monsters, Kaiju, you name it!.......2006-10-08

The monster types in this book basically allow you do do a lot of mixing and matching (some examples were an Elephant with a Bulldozer, a human with a hercules beetle, a squid with a shrimp a crab and a stag beetle, and a Kaiju-fied lemur-esque monster with spikes on its tail... trust me when I say that THIS one is a LOT cooler looking than I've described it). Overall, this book allows for the artist to really use their head, as well as their creativity with some of these astonishingly terrifying, and sometimes cute or cool-looking monsters (the Pet Monsters, as this book calls them).

I'd recommend it to anyone willing to think outside the typical anime norm.
Monsters, Inc.: The Essential Guide
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • A must-buy
  • Superb supplement to the film
  • A Great book for a Great film!!!
Monsters, Inc.: The Essential Guide

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ASIN: 0789479419

Amazon.com

In the animated movie, Monsters, Inc., a corporation of monsters makes a living by scaring kids and collecting their screams to produce power for the city of Monstropolis. Now, fans of this Disney and Pixar movie can get the inside scoop on Monsters, Inc. CEO Henry J. Waternoose, Sulley and Mike, the firm's best scarer team, and Boo, the little girl who wreaks havoc on their simple monster ways. The Essential Guide provides biographies on each character, as well as background information on the company, Monstropolis, and the highly trained C.D.A. (Child Detection Agency), devoted to protecting monsters from the dangers of child contamination. Packed with fun facts and glimpses of scenes from the animated movie, this guide is a must for all fans, human or otherwise. And don't miss the Monsters, Inc. Sticker Book, with more than 60 exciting stickers. (Ages 6 to 12) --Emilie Coulter

Book Description

Pixar and Disney, the team behind Toy Story, Toy Story 2, and A Bug's Life, some of the most successful animated movies ever made, now present Monsters, Inc. which is brought to life by an all-star cast, including the voices of Billy Crystal and John Goodman. Look inside to find out more about the movie that's already one of the most anticipated releases of 2001.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A must-buy.......2003-10-27

This cute book is just right for younger readers: large and short (which makes it easy to hold), and also crammed full of brightly colored illustrations. First off, the book starts out with the monsters (Sulley, Mike, Boo (Ok, not really a monster), Waternoose, Randall, Roz and Celia), then it goes into the Scarers, the Scare Assistants, the Wranglers (Smitty and Needleman), the Scare Floor, Door Stations, the Simulator Room, the C.D.A., Boo's room, Sulley's apartment, and finally ends with Monstropolis. Each item above is described, with informative and funny sidebars, and many cute and colorful pictures.

I bought this book for my nephew, who absolutely loves it! If you have a little reader who loves the movie Monsters, Inc., then you must buy this book. I highly recommend it!

5 out of 5 stars Superb supplement to the film.......2003-06-07

This one is not "just for kids". The rather thin tome illustrates and provides enticing information on the production and its wonderful characters. This is an absolutely necessary supplement to the book, "The Art of Monsters,Inc", as this publication presents the characters in their finished forms and not merely as "concept art".

If you enjoyed the film, you should have this book!

5 out of 5 stars A Great book for a Great film!!!.......2001-12-12

Have you been lying awake at night wondering what Boo's real name is? Perhaps you've been wondering how old Henry J. Waternoose was when he took over the company of Monsters, Inc. Or maybe you just want to know where Mike buys those REALLY big contact lenses.

Puzzle no longer. All these questions are answered in this wonderful and entertaining guide to Disney & Pixar's awesome animated movie. Each page of the book is filled with pictures of the monsters from the film, and is filled with all new facts that were not even revealed in the movie!

For example, on Sulley's page, we learn how the big blue guy met his best friend, Mike. It also tells us who's holding the current Scaring record that Sulley and Randall are racing to beat! Celia's page reveals the names of the snakes that make up her hair, and tells us that she and Mike won a seven-legged race together at a company picnic.

I would tell you more, but I don't wanna spoil everything this great book has to offer. I will, however, tell you my only complaint: Why doesn't Yeti have a page that tells us why he's been exiled?
Monsters, Inc (Disney's Classic Characters Series)
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    Walter Foster
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    How to Draw Disney-pixar Monsters, Inc.
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      How to Draw Disney-pixar Monsters, Inc.

      Manufacturer: Walter Foster Publishing
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      ASIN: 1560108282

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      Toy Story 2/The Lion King/Monsters Inc. 3-pack (Disney Pixar Look and Find)
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        Toy Story 2/The Lion King/Monsters Inc. 3-pack (Disney Pixar Look and Find)
        Lynne Suesse , and Colette Moran
        Manufacturer: Publications International, LTD
        ProductGroup: Book
        Binding: Spiral-bound

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        Cine: La cartelera navideña.(TT: Cinema: the Christmas billboard.)(Artículo Breve): An article from: Proceso
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          Cine: La cartelera navideña.(TT: Cinema: the Christmas billboard.)(Artículo Breve): An article from: Proceso
          Javier Betancourt
          Manufacturer: CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V.
          ProductGroup: Book
          Binding: Digital
          ASIN: B0008IM71O
          Release Date: 2005-07-28

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          This digital document is an article from Proceso, published by CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V. on December 23, 2001. The length of the article is 699 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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          Title: Cine: La cartelera navideña.(TT: Cinema: the Christmas billboard.)(Artículo Breve)
          Author: Javier Betancourt
          Publication: Proceso (Magazine/Journal)
          Date: December 23, 2001
          Publisher: CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V.
          Page: 67

          Article Type: Artículo Breve

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          Cine: Monsters, Inc contra Shrek.(TT: Cinema: Monsters, Inc. versus Shrek.)(Reseña): An article from: Proceso
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            Cine: Monsters, Inc contra Shrek.(TT: Cinema: Monsters, Inc. versus Shrek.)(Reseña): An article from: Proceso
            Javier Betancourt
            Manufacturer: CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V.
            ProductGroup: Book
            Binding: Digital
            ASIN: B0008IM7AK
            Release Date: 2005-07-28

            Book Description

            This digital document is an article from Proceso, published by CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V. on December 30, 2001. The length of the article is 814 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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            Title: Cine: Monsters, Inc contra Shrek.(TT: Cinema: Monsters, Inc. versus Shrek.)(Reseña)
            Author: Javier Betancourt
            Publication: Proceso (Magazine/Journal)
            Date: December 30, 2001
            Publisher: CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V.
            Page: 69

            Article Type: Reseña

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            Vampires and Werewolves and Monsters...Oh MY!
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              Vampires and Werewolves and Monsters...Oh MY!
              Inc. Midnight Marquee Press
              Manufacturer: Midnight Marquee Pr Inc
              ProductGroup: Book
              Binding: Calendar

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              ASIN: 1887664343

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              The first calendar from Midnight Marquee Press, Inc., Vampires and Werewolves and Monsters...Oh MY! 2001 Calendar, features 12 full-color beautifully reproduced lobby cards from House of Horrors, The Cat and the Canary, Dracula's Daughter, The Curse of the Cat People, The 7th Victim, The Monster Maker, The Mad Doctor of Market Street, I Walked With a Zombie, King of the Zombies, The Catman of Paris, The Brute Man and Jungle Woman. Each date contains a horror, fantasy or sci-fi film event such as horror film stars birthdays, film releases, etc. that occured on that day. All events are referenced in the back. This calendar is a must for film lovers and makes a wonderful holiday gift the the movie fans on your list. 9x12

              The "First Stage" Guitar Chord Chart - Learn How To Play The Most Commonly Played Guitar Chords
              Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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              • Cool chords
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              The "First Stage" Guitar Chord Chart - Learn How To Play The Most Commonly Played Guitar Chords
              Chris Lopez
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              Even though this is a great handy guitar chord chart, getting both THE "FIRST STAGE" GUITAR BOOK and THE "NEXT STAGE" GUITAR BOOK would be the perfect choice to building a great foundation in establishing the overall skills to learning how to play a guitar without spending a great deal of time in music theory!

              Customer Reviews:

              4 out of 5 stars Only for absolute beginners.......2007-05-07

              This booklet (only 8 pages long) is ok for giving you some starting chords to play simple tunes with. In fact, there are only 3 pages of chords and 5 pages of information about guitar tuning, guitar fret notes, common chord combo's, and basic guitar positioning.

              You can easily get this info on the internet. I'd suggest getting a more comprehensive book on chords or a guitar method book.

              4 out of 5 stars Cool chords.......2006-03-27

              This is a great tool for the very beginning guitar learner.
              When I have more time to devote to guitar playing I will use this product a great deal.

              5 out of 5 stars Excellent!.......2005-12-06

              An excellent reference for basic chords!

              From Mark John Sternal
              Author of "GUITAR: Total Scales Techniques and Applications"
              "GUITAR: Probable Chords"
              "Complete Guitar By Ear"
              and, "The Twelve Notes Of Music"

              5 out of 5 stars Good Beginnings.......2004-07-01

              Recently got First Stage Guitar Chord Chart by Chris Lopez and Essentials by Bruce Arnold. I'm a weekend geetar picker just getting started. I'm mostly interested in learning chords and scales. I thought both books were good they both gave simple presentations of the most important chords and scales. Essentials has an interesting quark in that you can download videos and mp3 files that go with various parts of the book. I found the mp3 files to be very useful to jam over but I'm over here on a dial up connection so couldn't use the video stuff that much. One thing I did watch though was movies about common problems found with each chord. It showed me all the common problems people have when learning chords and I thought that was pretty cool. Ya really can't go wrong with either book though - they lay everything out very clearly and are enjoyable to work with.

              5 out of 5 stars buy all books written by Chris Lopez.......2002-04-10

              You can't go wrong his books! They're straight and to the point, but easy enough for the beginners. I play seven different instruments, all self taught and the guitar is the hardest instrument that I have ever tried to master. This man's books have made that goal a lot easier. If you don't to spend a lot of money on lessons, then just buy his books and practice, practice, practice! Did you know that most musicians out there are self taught? It's true and I'm living proof!!!
              Mel Bay Left-Hand Guitar Chord Chart
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                Mel Bay Left-Hand Guitar Chord Chart
                William Bay
                Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications
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                A handy chord reference guide showing basic major and minor chords in all keys. Relative and secondary minor chord relationships shown on principal chords. All forms are fingered for the left-handed guitarist. Also shown is a guitar fingerboard with all the corresponding notes on a guitar strung for a left-handed performer.
                Bass Guitar Chord Chart
                Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
                • useful
                • Should be called "Arpeggio Chart"
                Bass Guitar Chord Chart
                Ron Middlebrook
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                Binding: Paperback

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                84 of the most popular chords for bass guitar, including: finger placement, note construction, chromatic charts and most commonly used bass scales. Also has helpful explanation of common 2-5-1 progression, and the chords in all keys.

                Customer Reviews:

                5 out of 5 stars useful.......2007-05-10

                Very useful quick reference tool, specially for begginers. The "chord progression" explanation are no big deal, it could be more specific. A good reference anyway. :D

                3 out of 5 stars Should be called "Arpeggio Chart".......2000-04-13

                By "chords" they don't mean "double stops" (i.e., playing two or more notes simultaneously). They mean the notes which make up the standard chords. The chart has all of the 12 notes, and the most common chords for each one (major, minor, dom 7th, etc.) Next to each of these is just a picture of a fretboard section with dots over the notes that make up that chord, and that's it! I think charts made like this are redundant. I mean, if you know how to play a G7arpeggio, all you have to do is shift all the fingering up two frets to get the A7 arpeggio. You don't need to copy the same picture 12 times, with an indication of which fret the root is on in each picture! The only way I could see a chart like this helping with playing chords, is that it lets you see which notes are in each arpeggio, and you can pick and choose which notes from there to include when you play your chord.

                On the back cover is some miscellaneous outlined music theory, but there are one or two mistakes. Plus I don't agree with some lines like "The Dorian scale is one of the most popular scales of rock."

                If you really want to help your playing, I would suggest learning some shiftable positions for arpeggios, and using them to make your OWN chart.
                Mel Bay Bass Guitar Chord Chart
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                  Mel Bay Bass Guitar Chord Chart
                  William Bay
                  Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
                  ProductGroup: Book
                  Binding: Paperback

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                  ASIN: 0871667789

                  Book Description

                  A concise collection of bass chords in all 12 keys. This chart shows all major, minor, augmented, diminished, minor 6th, major 7th, and suspended 4th added 7th chords. Root notes are clearly marked as diamonds and all the other chord tones are shown as circles for ease of playing. Also includes a chart showing names and locations of notes on all frets and strings, enharmonic equivalents, and their positions within the bass clef.
                  Mel Bay Pedal Steel Guitar Chord Chart
                  Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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                  Mel Bay Pedal Steel Guitar Chord Chart
                  Scott Dewitt
                  Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
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                  Binding: Paperback

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                  ASIN: 0871663708

                  Book Description

                  This is a handy, easy to read chart that shows the basic E9 pedal steel guitar chord forms. Each chord is shown in a special pedal steel diagram form. Major, minor, dominant, seventh, diminished, and augmented chords are shown in the keys of C,D,E,F,G, and A. In each of these keys the three primary chords in the relative minor keys are also shown. An additional special feature is the inclusion of a pedal steel tuning chart for E9 tuning.

                  Customer Reviews:

                  5 out of 5 stars Mel Bay Pedal Steel Guitar Chord Cart.......2007-07-27

                  This well written book by Dewitt Scott is a standard in the steel guitar community. A must have for every player.

                  5 out of 5 stars Generally positive........2007-07-06


                  Publication received in good order & condition; thank you. Postage costs too high, though; could have been disptatched in an envelope, rather than the carton it came in...

                  5 out of 5 stars Lots of detail!.......2007-01-04

                  Very handy but has so much information it needs to be bigger.
                  Mel Bay's Photo Barre Chord Book
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                    Mel Bay's Photo Barre Chord Book
                    Gene Kerr
                    Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
                    ProductGroup: Book
                    Binding: Paperback

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                    ASIN: 078664351X

                    Product Description

                    This is a "tried and true" must-have book for the guitarist who wishes to learn commonly used barre chords, chord structure, the similarities and relationships of one chord to another, and most importantly, the locations of notes on the fretboard. Diagrams and descriptions are laid out progressively in a way that will make this information easy to understand and use. This book is a valuable resource for the beginner who wishes to learn a few chords, as well as the advanced player in need of a comprehensive chord reference. Written in diagram format.
                    Ultimate Guitar Chord Chart
                    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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                    Ultimate Guitar Chord Chart

                    Manufacturer: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
                    ProductGroup: Book
                    Binding: Paperback
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                    ASIN: 0634000284

                    Book Description

                    This handy booklet includes 120 of the most commonly used chords, as well as information on chord theory and easy-reference diagrams.

                    Customer Reviews:

                    5 out of 5 stars As Advertised...........2007-03-16

                    A poster with chords on it. If you hang it on your wall, you will be able to see the fingering for chords. Then you can play them and people nearby might even dance.

                    3 out of 5 stars Limited usage.......2007-01-18

                    I was hoping to get a quick reference to different chords I encounter in worship music, but this seamed to only have the basic chords and not the "non-normal" chords that are often used in music now days.
                    The Essentials: Chord Charts, Scales and Lead Patterns for Guitar
                    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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                    The Essentials: Chord Charts, Scales and Lead Patterns for Guitar
                    Bruce Arnold
                    Manufacturer: Muse Eek Pub Co
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                    Binding: Paperback

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                    ASIN: 1890944947

                    Book Description

                    This book is truly essential to the aspiring guitarist. It includes the most commonly played chords on the guitar in all keys, plus a bonus of the most commonly used scales and lead patterns. You can quickly learn all the chords, scales and lead patterns you need to know to play your favorite songs-and solo over them, too! "The Essentials" doesn't stop there, though. It also includes chord progressions to help you learn how to chord songs in folk, country, rock, blues and other popular styles. The books contain loads of easy to understand diagrams of chords, scales and lead patterns so you will be up and running in no time! There are also lots of internet links to get additional information on subjects such as music theory, tuning notes, additional chord progressions, string changing guides, and many more free files to help you develop your guitar playing with the best information and the least amount of confusion. If you want to dig deeper into chords, music theory, rhythm, strumming and other aspects of the guitar that are important to your musical growth, it's all there.

                    Owners of Muse-eek books also get free access to our "member's area". This on-line resource contains thousands of videos, MP3, midifiles and other information to help a student learn. These files cover useful information for the most basic beginner in music to the highly advanced professional guitarist. Look in the customer images at the top of this page to see general listings of some of the subjects covered in this extensive and continually growing archive.

                    Download Description

                    This book is truly essential to the aspiring guitarist. It includes the most commonly played chords on the guitar in all keys, plus a bonus of the most commonly used scales and lead patterns. You can quickly learn all the chords, scales and lead patterns you need to know to play your favorite songs-and solo over them, too! ³The Essentials² doesn¹t stop there, though. It also includes chord progressions to help you learn how to chord songs in folk, country, rock, blues and other popular styles. The books contain loads of easy to understand diagrams of chords, scales and lead patterns so you will be up and running in no time! There are also lots of internet links to get additional information on subjects such as music theory, tuning notes, additional chord progressions, string changing guides, and many more free files to help you develop your guitar playing with the best information and the least amount of confusion. If you want to dig deeper into chords, music theory, rhythm, strumming and other aspects of the guitar that are important to your musical growth, it¹s all there.

                    Customer Reviews:

                    5 out of 5 stars Excellent.......2007-07-06

                    What's great about Bruce Arnold's books is that you can email him questions and he actually responds. This is a great book and the help files online are really useful.

                    5 out of 5 stars Useful Collection of Information.......2005-01-11

                    This is a rather odd book in that it is simply a collection of pieces of useful information found exactly as they appear in other Bruce Arnold books. What makes this book so useful is that it turns out that this book (actually more of a booklet) contains exactly the information that I most commonly reference back to in his other books. Mr. Arnold presents a system of music education that is unique as far as I can tell. I have seen no other system that provides the professional level of information, a members-only web site with a plethora of additional information AND e-mail access to the author. Yup, Mr. Arnold will personally answer your questions and you get access to the "members only" web site simply by purchasing any of his books. Every time I look at the web site, I find MORE information that either presents a new topic or clarifies something I have been struggling with.

                    I don't think that this book would be all that useful in and of itself. However, as an adjunct to the rest of his books on theory and technique it is an extremely handy collection of most commonly accessed information. Basically, it is the collection of "notes" that I would have eventually put together for myself so that I did not have to keep referencing multiple books for the same information over and over (because I forgot it or just "wanted to check to be sure").

                    This is a great collection of information if you are already using Mr. Arnold's books to learn to play guitar. It was money well spent. It just saved me the time of collecting the information (as well as figuring out what would be most useful). It is already done for you.

                    5 out of 5 stars Good Beginnings.......2004-07-01

                    Recently got First Stage Guitar Chord Chart by Chris Lopez and Essentials by Bruce Arnold. I'm a weekend geetar picker just getting started. I'm mostly interested in learning chords and scales. I thought both books were good they both gave simple presentations of the most important chords and scales. Essentials has an interesting quark in that you can download videos and mp3 files that go with various parts of the book. I found the mp3 files to be very useful to jam over but I'm over here on a dial up connection so couldn't use the video stuff that much. One thing I did watch though was movies about common problems found with each chord. It showed me all the common problems people have when learning chords and I thought that was pretty cool. Ya really can't go wrong with either book though - they lay everything out very clearly and are enjoyable to work with.
                    Mel Bay Guitar Chord Chart
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                      Mel Bay Guitar Chord Chart

                      Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
                      ProductGroup: Book
                      Binding: Paperback

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                      ASIN: 0871668416

                      Book Description

                      A handy chord reference guide showing basic major and minor chords in all keys. Relative minor chord relationships are shown. An additional feature is the inclusion of a guitar fingerboard diagram.
                      Guitar Chord Fingering Charts: Too Smart Music Charts
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                        Guitar Chord Fingering Charts: Too Smart Music Charts
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                        Manufacturer: Koala Books of Canada
                        ProductGroup: Book
                        Binding: Paperback

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                        ASIN: 0974291560

                        Book Description

                        THE ESSENTIAL REFERENCE TOOL FOR ALL MUSICIANS.

                        The Too Smart Guitar chord chart is the ultimate easy reference for the most commonly used guitar chords. This is a great guitar chord reference for any song writer or guitar player. The chart has large, clear, concise illustrations as well as a detailed description on how to best use this chart and all the illustrations are numbered for easy reference for both class and individual use.

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