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Christmas Crosspicking Solos for Guitar

by Dix Bruce

Book Details

Publisher:Mel Bay Publications
Published:2011-11-10
Pages:117
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Christmas Crosspicking Solos for Guitar features 31 arrangements of the most popular and best-loved traditional Christmas songs for crosspicking guitar. Chords, melodies (in tablature and standard notation) and lyrics are presented, as well as extensive instruction in the crosspicking style. Recordings of every song at both slow and regular speeds are included on the accompanying play-along audio.

Our Review

This collection delivers 31 traditional Christmas songs arranged specifically for crosspicking guitar, providing both tablature and standard notation alongside chord diagrams and complete lyrics. The book stands out for its extensive instructional content on crosspicking technique, making it more than just a songbook. What truly enhances the learning experience are the included audio recordings, which feature every holiday tune at both slow practice tempo and regular performance speed.

Intermediate guitarists looking to expand their fingerstyle repertoire will find this material particularly valuable, especially those wanting to master the rolling, rhythmic patterns characteristic of crosspicking. The combination of clear notation, thorough technique instruction, and dual-speed recordings creates a comprehensive package for developing this specific guitar style. Musicians will appreciate having a ready-made set of festive arrangements that can elevate their holiday playing from simple chord strumming to intricate solo performances.

Themes

Music

Subjects

Music