Description
The Irish DADGAD Guitar Book by guitarist and songwriter Sarah McQuaid is a guitar instruction and sheet music resource exploring the distinctive tonalities and harmonies of DADGAD tuning within the Irish musical tradition. It demonstrates how this alternate tuning can be applied to both solo guitar playing and traditional Irish music sessions while highlighting the expressive possibilities created by resonant open strings and characteristic Irish melodies.
The book presents detailed explanations of chords, scales, and their practical relationship to traditional Irish melodies. It explores the harmonic framework of DADGAD tuning while expanding creative accompaniment and melodic playing. The publication emphasizes the natural richness and warmth that open tunings can bring to traditional music without departing from authentic Irish musical character.
By connecting tuning concepts with melodic application, this resource supports guitarists seeking a deeper understanding of Irish guitar techniques and the musical possibilities unique to DADGAD. Whether used for personal study, preparing repertoire, or exploring accompaniment ideas in informal music sessions, the book provides a structured reference that encourages musical expression through harmony, resonance, and traditional style.
Ideal as a reference for exploring Irish guitar traditions, this edition makes a valuable addition to a personal music library or teaching collection and is a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in traditional Irish guitar, alternate tunings, and the expressive sound of DADGAD. Its combination of harmonic guidance, scales, and melodic application offers lasting value for rehearsal, performance preparation, and continued musical exploration.
ASIN: 0946005931
VSKU: BVV.0946005931.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:McQuaid, Sarah
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Former library book with the usual stamps, stickers and labels. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
ASIN: 0946005931
VSKU: BVV.0946005931.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:McQuaid, Sarah
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Former library book with the usual stamps, stickers and labels. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.