Thesaurus of Scales and Melodic Patterns for Guitar is a condensed, guitar-adapted edition of Nicolas Slonimsky’s groundbreaking work, used by legendary musicians such as John Coltrane and Frank Zappa for inspiration. Edited and arranged by Dave Celentano, this book provides an in-depth exploration of advanced scales, mathematical note patterns, and unique melodic structures to help guitarists expand their improvisation skills and fretboard knowledge. This comprehensive study offers a logical and systematic approach to scales, revealing how melodic patterns are built using mathematical combinations of all twelve notes in music. Whether you are a jazz, rock, fusion, or classical guitarist, this book provides a valuable resource for expanding your soloing vocabulary and breaking free from traditional scale limitations. Each example unfolds with progressive exercises that help students recognize and apply scale patterns in their playing. The book includes step-by-step studies, fretboard diagrams, and detailed explanations to make complex concepts more accessible. Ideal for advanced players, music teachers, and guitarists looking to master improvisation, Thesaurus of Scales and Melodic Patterns is a must-have reference book for expanding creativity and technical ability.
Features
- Pages: 28
- Instrumentation: Violin
- Voicing: VIOLIN
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