I've fairly recently returned to playing guitar after a long hiatus. However, originally despite taking lessons, in hindsight, I just ended up memorising metal riffs from guitar tabs and learnt no theory, something I regret.
So now I've come back to the guitar I'm looking to basically start from scratch with the aim of becoming a well rounded player with the theory knowledge to back it up.
Anyway back to my question, I'm working away the first week of January and haven't got round to getting a travel or 3/4 size guitar to take with me yet, so can anyone recommended a good music theory book to take with me?
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Did not realise he had a book but with your endorsement I'm going to buy the pdf of version 3.0 on his website. Thanks!
Anyone else have a recommendations?
Theory for the Contemporary Guitarist by guy Capuzzo
https://www.musicroom.com/product/alf0016755/theory-for-the-contemporary-guitarist.aspx
Hal Leonard Guitar Method - Music Theory by Tom Kolb
https://www.musicroom.com/product/hl00695790/hal-leonard-guitar-method-music-theory.aspx
These both cover the same ground.
For something a bit bigger, try...
Guitar Theory for Dummies
https://www.musicroom.com/product/mus9781118646779/guitar-theory-for-dummies.aspx
Fretboard Theory Volumes I + II Combined
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fretboard-Theory-Volumes-Combined-progressions/dp/1542403227/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=desi+serna&qid=1577552804&s=books&sr=1-1
Both of these are by Desi Surna - don't buy them both, as they are pretty much the same book.
I am still learning music, there are some real experts on here.
This is a great book for learning the fundamentals of music theory, and makes a great reference guide.
I travel a lot for work and was recommended this book by my guitar tutor. I now keep a copy of this my case to fill the time at airports and can honestly it’s helped my playing immensely.
YMMV etc...