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BOOKS Related To Steel Guitar


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Jerry Byrd

 

‘It Was A Trip’

On Wings Of Music

This autobiography by Jerry Byrd is a story in his own words about highlights in his steel guitar playing career. With forwards by Will Hoover & DeWitt Scott, this book is filled with lots of pictures & stories of singers & musicians that Jerry has played with over the years. Other things include the evolution of Steel Guitar Tunings, along with a discography compiled by Jack Byrd.

This is a must read for anyone interested in the evolution of the steel guitar by one of its great players!

Book                           $25.00


‘Lap Steel Guitar’

by Andy Volk

Published by Centerstream, this is the first-ever comprehensive book about lap-steel and console steel guitars. Included are interviews & profiles of more than 35 of the greatest electric & acoustic steel guitarists of the past & present, representing most forms of music played in the world today, as well as previously unpublished photos and commentary on vintage steel guitars and new instruments from the best modern builders; resources for guitars, amplifiers, accessories, instructional materials, steel guitar tunings, & much more. Players covered include: Junior Brown, Bob Brozman, Jerry Byrd, Papa Cairo, Jody Carver, Cindy Cashdollar, Bruce Clarke, John Ely, Pete Grant, Steve Howe, Andy Iona, Harry Manx, Dick McIntyre, Santo & Johnny, and many others. 336 pages, with 40 pages in colour.

Book                           $35.00


Joe Goldmark

'1997 Steel Guitar And Dobro Discography'
This New Edition Has 227 Pages With Thousands Of Listings Of Recordings Both Current And Discontinued. Includes Steel Guitar Tunes Recorded By Instrumentalists Other Than Steel Players.
Book Only -                $20.00


Don Helms

 

“Settin’ The Woods On Fire”
The Life Story Of Don Helms
Don's Long-Awaited Life Story Is Funny, Sweet, & Full Of His Insights Into & Memories Of Hank Williams, Ray Price, The Wilburn Brothers, Ferlin Husky, Hank Jr., Jett, And Many, Many More. We Looked Through ALL (& Believe Me, There Were A Lot) Of His Photo Albums To Bring You Some Wonderful Photographs Of Don & Hazel, Hank, The Drifting Cowboys, And Everyone Else. Includes Never Before Seen Photographs Of Hank.

Book                           $28.00


Chris J. Knutsen

 

‘From Harp Guitars To The New Hawaiian Family’

History and Development of the Hawaiian Steel Guitar.

Book                           $47.00


Bob Mason

'Basic Guitar Theory'
"A Logical, Practical approach For The Working Musician" Written for Musicians Wishing To Expand Their Comprehension Of Theoretical concepts And Knowledge Of The Neck In The Shortest Time Possible. Reading Music Is Not Necessary. Beginning To Intermediate.
Book Only -                $36.00


Neil Matthews

 

‘The Nashville Numbering System – Stylistic Method’

For many years, musicians in Nashville have used a system of numbers, rather than standard musical notation, in playing and singing and at recording sessions.

Neil Matthews, Jr., one of the original members of Elvis Presley’s Back-Up Vocal Quartet, The Jordanaires, invented the system and also wrote this book, which teaches the whole system and also includes quotes, stories and photos of Country and Pop Stars.

Book -                         $9.00


Jim Molberg

'Basic Music Theory ~ A Simplified Approach'
The Material In This Book Has Been Arranged With One Aim In Mind - To Make Music Theory As Simple And Logical As It Can Be. This Has Been Brought About By Using An Approach That Is Slightly Different From The Conventional. However, Those Who Have Learned Music Theory By The Technique Used In This Book Have Found It To Be Far Easier To Understand And Remember. In Addition, The Method Used Here Helps When Trying To Understand The Conventional Approach.
Book -                         $29.00


Mike Perlowin

 

‘Music Theory In The Real World’

Rather than offering information on how to play a specific instrument, this book is designed for people who already play proficiently but don’t understand music’s underlying theoretical principles. Although the book is relatively short, it contains the equivalent of a year’s worth of college level material, all made accessible to the average musician desiring a better understanding of music theory. 72 pages.

Book -                         $11.00


Louise King Rey

'Those Swinging Years'
An Autobiography By Louise King Rey, The Wife Of Steel Guitar Hall Of Famer, Alvino Rey. This Is The Story Of Her Life On The Road With Alvino. The Music Scene As It Really Was!
Book Only -                $25.00


Rickenbacker

 

‘Rickenbacker’

The Illustrated History

This 256 page Soft-Cover Book gives a complete and illustrated history of the development of Rickenbacker Instruments from 1931 to the present.

Rickenbacker is the only book of its kind to chronicle the history of the company who in 1931 introduced electric instruments to the world.

The book provides information and full color photos of the many artists who have used and are using Rickenbacker instruments. Rickenbacker collectors will find this book invaluable as it contains recently discovered accurate facts previously unavailable to researchers.

Book -                         $35.00


Lorene Ruymar

'The Hawaiian Steel Guitar And Its Great Hawaiian Musicians'
Lorene Ruymar Takes A Look At Hawaiian Music, The Origin Of The Steel Guitar And Its Spread Throughout The World, Hawaiian Playing Styles, Techniques And Tunings, And More. Includes Hundreds of Photos. A Forward By Jerry Byrd, And A Bibliography And Suggested Reading List. 208 Pages.
Book Only -                $35.00


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