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Guitar Chords by Inc. Staff Bay Publications,Mel (1959, Trade Paperback)

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Twelve basic guitar chord types are shown in three ways: photograph, notation, and chord diagram. In addition, a special bonus section is contained showing in photo and diagram the essential moveable rhythm guitar chord forms.

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PublisherMel Bay Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-100871660903
ISBN-139780871660909
eBay Product ID (ePID)935899

Product Key Features

Book TitleGuitar Chords
Number of Pages48 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMusical Instruments / Guitar, Instruction & Study / General
Publication Year1959
GenreMusic
AuthorInc. Staff Bay Publications,Mel
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Weight6 Oz
Item Length11.8 in
Item Width8.8 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
Number of Volumes1 vol.
SynopsisThis book is considered to be the largest selling basic guitar chord book ever published! Twelve basic guitar chord types are shown in three ways: photograph, notation, and chord diagram. In addition, a special bonus section is contained showing in photo and diagram the essential moveable rhythm guitar chord forms. This special section contains the basics of Mel Bay's acclaimed Rhythm ChordPlaying System showing the guitarist how to finger numerous advanced chord forms with a minimum of hand movement! Chords shown in photo, notation, and diagram form include Major, Minor, Dominant Seventh, Diminished, Augmented, Ninth, Major Seventh, Minor Seventh, Seventh #5, Seventh b5, Sixth and Minor Sixth. Chords are shown in the bonus Moveable Rhythm Chord section include Major, Minor, 7th, Minor 7th, 7sus4, 7b5, 7#5, Minor 7b5, Sixth, Minor 6th, Diminished 7th, Diminished add 9, 9th, Minor 9th, 9b5, 9#5, Minor 9b5, 7th b9, 7th b9#5, 11th, 9 add 6, Minor 9 add 6, 13th, 13sus11, 13 b9, 13th b9 b5

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  • by grandmatudie
    01 Jun, 2021

    Mel Bay Chord Book

    I used this 50 years ago, when I was learning to play the guitar. I taught guitar for many years, and most of my students learned quick and easy. I just purchased this because my Granddaughter wants to learn, so I’ll only use the tried and proven method I’ve always gone to, Mel Bay’s Guitar Chords.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by higeye
    14 Apr, 2016

    Mel Bay's Guitar Chords

    I bought my wife a guitar for her 66th birthday because she said that always wanted to learn to play the guitar. She has just begun playing the guitar after all these years. She has been using this book now for 2 weeks and she has already learned many chords and is strumming away! She didn't know how this was going to fly, but, now she is really enjoying playing the guitar!!!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • by cadillac-cowboy
    09 Mar, 2018

    Clear and precise

    This book clearly shows most chords that you'll ever need in a way that's easy to understand. This book is an excellent learning tool for beginners. I bought it for my daughter who is beginning guitar. She loves it. I recommend it for all beginners and for advanced players who want to broaden their chord knowledge.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by mikechain
    17 Feb, 2022

    PICKER'S BIBLE

    This was THE chord book that taught all us rockers to play back in the sixties. I've bought dozens of copies since then. It helped me get my first record deal. Still works great today. If you don't already have a copy - get one.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by mr.nigglesworth
    11 Jul, 2025

    Good used copy for my daughter just gett...

    Good used copy for my daughter just getting into guitar. I remember I had this book when I first started. So passing on the legacy

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by greyizhip
    22 Jan, 2019

    Classic, Easy for Beginners to Understand

    This is the classic guitar chords book. Most of the chords you will ever use, but not in every position. Easy to read, great for beginners.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by kvstarman*1
    18 Jun, 2016

    Mel Bay Guitar Chord book

    I highly recommend this book. It is easy to use and is a very good product.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • by holliday202
    24 Apr, 2025

    This is a nice book. very good condition...

    This is a nice book. very good condition. Shows all the chords. However, it only shows the basic way to make them. It does not show any variations or bar chords.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by mhickey712012
    28 Oct, 2023

    Sucessful Application

    I am self taught on the guitar but Mel Bay did show me the way. I bought this one for the grand kids so they can get a good start. I highly recommend Mel Bay!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by daniel81058
    07 Sep, 2024

    Overall…very good! I’m very pleased with...

    Overall…very good! I’m very pleased with the book. The quality and condition is exceptional for a used book.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

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