Master Anthology of Blues Guitar Solos Volume One

Multiple authors. For Guitar (Flatpicking & Fingerpicking). Solos. Blues. Level: Intermediate-Advanced. Book/CD Set. Size 8.75x11.75. 232 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc.

This comprehensive book/CD set presents some of the first contemporary blues guitarists! Features Muriel Anderson, Duck Baker, Mickey Baker, Carlos Barbosa-Lima, William Bay, Larry Bolles, Ben Bolt, Dan Bowden, Dix Bruce, Mike Christiansen, Alan de Mause, Craig Dobbins, Steven Eckels, Jim Ferguson, Buddy Fite, Tommy Flint, John Griggs, Stefan Grossman, Ole Halen, Al Hendrickson, Roger Hudson, Jean-Felix Lalanne, Paul Lolax, Larry McCabe, Dale Miller, Franco Morone, Ronald Muldrow, Paul Musso, Bill Piburn, Bucky Pizzarelli, Paul Rishell, Vincent Sadovsky, Felix Schell, Jerry Silverman, Martin Simpson, Fred Sokolow, Stanley Solow, Tim Sparks, John Standefer, Jay Umble, Phil Upchurch, Paul Yandell and John Zaradin. These selections include both new pieces and some of the best previously published pieces from the latter half of the 20th century. Standard notation and tablature are offered for most of the pieces, along with a biographical sketch of each performer. A set of 2 CDs is included, making this an ideal sourcebook for serious students and professionals alike.

A lot of bang for the buck
"What I like most about 2000 Blues Guitar is its diversity. I play fingerstyle, 2000 Blues, will introduce you to all styles, genres, from delta blues to swing blues to jazz blues. Take your pick. The 2 cd's accompany the book nicely, allowing you to learn at your own pace. I would have given the book five stars if it weren't for some interesting omissions. One is, they obviously pay homage to one of the greatest ragtime blues artist in history "W.C. Handy", but his music is not included on the cd. This is true of two other artist who's music is in the book but not on the cd. Also some tab is not included with some of the songs. Again, these points are minor compared to the overall makeup of 2000 Blues Guitar. If you decide to purchase the book you will not be left wanting. It provides a lot of bang for the buck."
-- Vincent F. from Newport News Va, December 21, 2001
Master Anthology of Blues Guitar Solos Volume One