Chord books for guitar, piano and songwriting, with diagrams, voicings and progressions for practical use.
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Chord reference for players
Our chord books category brings together practical references for guitarists, pianists, keyboard players and songwriters who want quick access to chord shapes and harmonic ideas. Chord books are useful both for learning songs and for building a stronger understanding of harmony.
Shapes, voicings and progressions
Many chord books include major, minor, seventh and extended chords, along with diagrams, inversions and progressions. Some also cover alternative tunings, barre chords, slash chords or genre-specific voicings, making them valuable for different playing styles.
Handy for practice and performance
Whether used in lessons, rehearsal or songwriting, chord books give musicians an easy way to check fingerings and explore new sounds. They are especially helpful for players who learn by pattern, song structure and practical application.
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Printed and digital resources for reading, understanding and using written music in lessons, exams and performance.
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Sheet Music
Sheet music for lessons, performance and study, with printed and digital editions across many styles.
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Musical Notes
Simple resources for learning note names, pitch, rhythm and the basics of reading music.
Guitar Lessons
Step-by-step guitar learning books for beginners and progressing players, covering chords, technique, reading and style.
Music Theory
Essential learning resources for understanding rhythm, harmony, notation and the building blocks of music.
Piano Lessons
Practical piano tuition resources for beginners, improvers and exam candidates, with strong support for home practice.
Simply Piano
Simply Piano resources for guided keyboard learning, note reading and steady beginner-friendly progress.
Piano Sheet Music
Piano sheet music for all levels, from first pieces to concert repertoire, in printed and digital editions.
Singing Lessons
Vocal tutor books, graded materials and practical resources for singers at every stage.
Drum Lessons
Drum tutor books and method resources for timing, coordination, rudiments and style-based playing.
Fake Books
Lead-sheet collections for jazz and working musicians, with melodies, chord symbols and practical gig-ready charts.
