Best Electric Bass & Guitar Songbooks of 2025

If you are a beginner guitarist, and are struggling to make progress, "Guitar Exercises for Beginners: 10x Your Guitar Skills in 10 Minutes a Day" could be just what you need. This book offers a structured, systemized, and disciplined approach to practicing, with well-crafted exercises that cover finger independence, chords, scales, chord progressions, picking methods, strumming patterns, and more. With just 10 minutes of practice each day, you can make incredible progress in your guitar skills. This independently published book is a great resource for beginners looking to enhance their guitar playing.

Decoding Giant Steps is a must-read for any bass guitar player looking to master John Coltrane’s “Giant Steps.” This book provides a simple and insightful way to understand the complex harmonies of this iconic piece of jazz history. With the help of exercises and etudes, players can develop their skills and vocabulary to improvise over even the most complex harmonic progressions with ease. The inclusion of a complete video master-class and highly polished play-alongs makes this book a comprehensive guide for any bass guitar player. Overall, Decoding Giant Steps is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their jazz skills and tackle one of the most challenging pieces of music in jazz history.

This book, titled "Guitar Scales for Beginners: How to Solo Effortlessly and Create Your Own Music Even If You Don't Know What A Scale Is: Secrets to Your Very First Scale (Guitar Scales Mastery)" by an Independently Published author, is an excellent guide for guitar beginners on how to learn and master scales without getting overwhelmed. The author shares their personal experience of learning scales and provides a step-by-step method to make sense of the boxes and stitch them together to create good music. What makes this book unique is that it teaches only one scale but provides the tools necessary to learn every other scale in the future. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their guitar skills and become the guitarist of their dreams.

The Hal Leonard Electric Bass Method - Complete Edition is a special spiral-bound book that contains all three volumes of the Second Edition Hal Leonard Bass Method. This comprehensive guide teaches aspiring bassists the fundamentals of playing electric bass, from basic techniques to advanced concepts. The book is written in an easy-to-follow format, with clear explanations and helpful diagrams. What makes this book unique is that it covers everything from the very basics to more complex techniques, making it a great resource for both beginners and experienced players. Overall, the Hal Leonard Electric Bass Method - Complete Edition is a must-have for anyone looking to improve their skills on the electric bass.

No Bull Music Theory for Guitarists is the first volume in a series of books that aim to teach essential guitar theory to boost the ability and confidence of guitarists. Written in easy-to-understand language, this book does not require music reading skills. The book includes free downloadable audio and covers topics such as intervals, triads, major and minor keys, and chord progressions. The author uses diagrams and simple language to teach concepts that can confuse some guitarists for years. This book is suitable for beginners and experienced guitarists who want to improve their music theory knowledge. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for guitarists who want to learn music theory in a non-intimidating way.

Beginner Electric Guitar Lessons Book with Online Video and Audio Access is a comprehensive guide for those who want to learn how to play electric guitar. Written by Peter Vogl, the book covers everything from the basics of guitar playing to more advanced techniques such as playing scales and chords. What sets this book apart is the online access to video instruction and audio tracks, which makes it easier for beginners to learn and play correctly. The book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn how to play electric guitar and is highly recommended.

The "First 50 Songs You Should Play On Electric Guitar" is a must-have book for guitar enthusiasts. The book is a compilation of 50 classic songs that every guitarist should know. The book provides a combination of tab, chords, and lyrics, making it easy to follow along. The collection includes popular hits like "Smells like Teen Spirit," "Wild Thing," and "You Really Got Me." Published by Hal Leonard LLC, the book is a testament to their commitment to providing top-quality music instructional materials. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for both beginners and experienced guitarists, and its comprehensive range of classic songs makes it a unique and valuable addition to any guitarist's library.

Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition is the ultimate guide for beginners and intermediate guitarists. It covers everything from buying and tuning a guitar to playing and caring for it. The book also features online video and audio clips that help reinforce skills and techniques. With over 80 online videos and 35 audio tracks, players can explore various musical styles and build their talent. The book is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn how to play the guitar or improve their skills. Overall, Guitar For Dummies is an excellent book for those who want to master the guitar and become a talented musician.

The Badass Metallica Trivia Book is a must-have for Metallica fans who want to learn more about the iconic American heavy metal band. This book covers Metallica's history, influence, and music from their formation until their status in 2021. Each chapter features multiple choice and true or false questions, with corresponding answers, to test your knowledge of the band. Additionally, the "Did You Know" portion at the end of each chapter provides interesting facts and stories. Overall, this book is an entertaining and informative read that will leave readers with a deeper appreciation for Metallica's legacy.

This book, "How To Play Bass Guitar In 50 Songs Module 1: An 80-20 Device Method Book For Beginners," is a comprehensive guide for learning the bass guitar. It focuses on providing beginners with a solid foundation in plucking and fretting hand facility, rhythm, and fretboard mastery. The book also includes tips on creating a dynamic practice schedule and features eight practice songs based on real-world chord progressions. What sets this book apart is its approach to grading the practice songs in the same way as classical piano pieces, making it a practical and effective learning tool for aspiring bass guitarists.