Pat Metheny Songbook
PDF, 448 pages, 16.6Mb
Now all musicians can play and study nearly every note Pat Metheny has written to date in this amazing book that Pat regards as "the most exciting project since my first album". Over a decade in the making and with advice and close involvement from Metheny every step of the way, the Pat Metheny Songbook is a complete collection of his songs from the recording of Bright Size Life in 1975 to the present day. With 167 songs in total spread over more than 400 pages it includes compositions from all of his solo records, group records and collaborations with Lyle Mays and others.
The compositions are presented in lead sheet arrangements, enabling all musicians unprecedented access to Metheny's music. The Songbook also includes Pat's thoughts on composing, improvising, developing a unique style plus a two page time line of Metheny milestones; biography and complete full-colour discography including album covers, musician credits and Metheny's commentary. This long-awaited, landmark release is absolutely essential for all Metheny fans.
The compositions are presented in lead sheet arrangements, enabling all musicians unprecedented access to Metheny's music. The Songbook also includes Pat's thoughts on composing, improvising, developing a unique style plus a two page time line of Metheny milestones; biography and complete full-colour discography including album covers, musician credits and Metheny's commentary. This long-awaited, landmark release is absolutely essential for all Metheny fans.
