This book is designed to teach the guitarist the technique of "chord soloing." This technique is extremely valuable to all guitarists because chords and melodies are laid together; there is no need for an accompanying instrument. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of chord soloing. I would recommend that novice guitarists start at the beginning and work through the book slowly. Intermediate players may want to find a chapter that looks challenging and start at that point. By the end of this book, you will be able to take any lead sheet and turn it into a guitar arrangement. Enjoy the journey into the fascinating world of chord soloing. In standard notation and tablature and includes access to online audio.

CHAPTER 1. Open and First Position Chord and Melody

Open Position Blues
Open Position Blues – Embellished
Open/First Position Chord Chart
ii V I Progressions in Open Position
ii V I Progressions in Open Position – Harmonization

CHAPTER 2. Barr Chords and Familiar Shapes

Beyond Major
Chops Buster note I changed pg. numbers due to missing pg.
Chops Buster – Solutions
Accessible Melody Notes – Beyond the Rules
Chapter 2 Master Index
Chops Buster 2
Chops Buster 2 – Solutions

CHAPTER 3. Drop- Two Chord Approach

Drop-2 Chops Buster
Drop-2 Chops Buster - Solution
Complete Drop-2 Chord Formations

CHAPTER 4. Altered Chords

Altered States
Altered States Harmonized

CHAPTER 5. Chord Scales

Chord Scale Major Licks
Chord Scale Blues
Chord Scale Blues – Solution
Chord Scale Minor Licks
Chords Scale Altered Licks

CHAPTER 6. Rhythmic Phrasing

CHAPTER 7. Soloing With Chords

ii V I Voice Leading

CHAPTER 8. Different Chord and Melody Approaches

CHAPTER 9. Harmonic Motion

Blues-o-Matic 4000

Chromatic Harmonization