With the Guitar Atlas, you'll discover rich musical traditions, history, origins, and pioneering artists with exciting guitar-playing styles from around the globe. Learn the characteristic rhythms and playing techniques of remarkable world music. All music in this instructional book is arranged for the guitar”presented in standard notation and guitar tablature”and is designed for every guitarist”from beginners to advanced players.

Volume 1 of the Guitar Atlas Series features diverse music from 6 distinct parts of the world. From the lively rhythms of Italy to the exotic modes of Japan, the lessons in this music book will give you all the tools you need to infuse your guitar playing with unique flavor. An MP3 CD with over 3 hours of music is included to demonstrate all of the examples in the book.