{"product_id":"20-christmas-songs-for-the-dan-dresnok-9781499785197","title":"20 Christmas Songs for the Curious Guitarist","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"20 Christmas Songs for the Curious Guitarist\" is a 49-page instrumental collection arranged by guitar teacher Dan Dresnok. This book is designed for guitar players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced students. The arrangements are suitable for any six-string guitar, including acoustic, electric, and classical models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Dual-Arrangement System\u003c\/b\u003e This book uses a unique format to accommodate different playing styles and ability levels. Every song in the collection is presented with two distinct versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBasic Arrangements: \u003c\/b\u003e These versions focus on the single-note vocal melody. They include standard music notation, guitar tablature (tabs), and chord symbols. These are designed for beginners learning to read tab, guitarists who want to play the lead line while a friend plays chords, or for accompanying a singer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Arrangements: \u003c\/b\u003e These versions combine the melody and the harmony into a single solo piece. This style is often called \"chord melody\" or \"fingerstyle.\" These are designed for intermediate to advanced players who want to perform complete songs without the need for vocalists or backing tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Songs\u003c\/b\u003e The book features 20 classic carols and holiday songs. Each track includes both the Basic and Full arrangements: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngels We Have Heard On High\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuld Lang Syne\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAway in a Manger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCome All Ye Faithful\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeck the Halls\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGo Tell It On the Mountain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGod Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood King Wenceslas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHark the Herald Angels Sing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt Came Upon a Midnight Clear\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eJingle Bells\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoy to the World\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eO Holy Night\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOh Christmas Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilent Night\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe First Noel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Twelve Days of Christmas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe Three Kings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe Wish You a Merry Christmas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat Child Is This\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Features\u003c\/b\u003e In addition to the sheet music, the book provides helpful references to ensure you can read and play the music accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotation and Tab: \u003c\/b\u003e All music is written in both standard notation and guitar tablature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMusic Theory Review: \u003c\/b\u003e Includes a review section on time signatures, repeat signs, and alternate endings to help you navigate the charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexibility: \u003c\/b\u003e The arrangements allow you to switch between playing simple melodies and complex solo pieces depending on your needs for a performance or practice session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection provides a practical way to build your holiday repertoire, whether you are playing for a family gathering, a recital, or your own enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Dan Dresnok\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1499785194\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781499785197\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Createspace Independent Publishing Platform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/04\/2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 50\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.31lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.10d","brand":"Dan Dresnok","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48460260999423,"sku":"9781499785197","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_0be8843f-ba9c-4b4f-8645-b66df1803da2.jpg?v=1777413594","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/20-christmas-songs-for-the-dan-dresnok-9781499785197","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}