William Bay Boeken

This is a collection of 26 duets drawn from the ground-breaking Mastering the Guitar Method. These duets are fun to play, represent contemporary music genres and represent works by great classical composers like J. S. Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Telemann, Corelli and more. The pieces are quite suitable as concert or recital selections and will supplement and enhance any guitar method. Includes access to online audio.

This is a collection of 25 lyrical North American melodies scored for guitar solo. Some of the solos have historical themes and some are from the turbulent Civil War era. Any collection of American ballads would be incomplete without some settings on the beautiful melodies penned by Stephen Foster. A number of those are included herein as guitar solos. All solos are presented in notation and tablature. This book includes access to an online audio recording of each solo.

A collection of 23 beautiful airs and ballads of the British Isles for arranged for guitar solo. These solo capture the beautiful melodies and moods of this genre. All solos are presented in notation and tablature. In addition, each solo has been recorded by the author and is available as an online download.

This is a collection of 25 beloved "old-time" Gospel songs arranged for flatpick guitar solo. The selections feature beautiful, lyrical melodies and many have a pleasing "Gospel swing feeling". These solos work well as preludes or offertories at church services or just as fun pieces to play, regardless of the setting. All solos are in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio recorded by the author for each solo.

Focusing on developing reading skills in standard notation, this resource is designed for young classic guitarists. It balances essential music theory with practical exercises, featuring studies and folk melodies complemented by suggested chord changes for accompaniment. Additional guidance is provided on purchasing a guitar, maintaining proper posture, hand positions, and tuning. The inclusion of a companion CD enhances the learning experience, making it a comprehensive tool for students and teachers alike.