--- product_id: 11461015 title: "Mel Bay Fingerboard Theory for Guitar A Music Theory Text for Guitarists" price: "KD 12.13" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/11461015-mel-bay-fingerboard-theory-for-guitar-a-music-theory-text store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Intermediate to advanced focus Comprehensive chord & harmony coverage 144 pages of deep theory Mel Bay Fingerboard Theory for Guitar A Music Theory Text for Guitarists **Price:** KD 12.13 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate your guitar masteryβ€”don’t just play, understand every note! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mel Bay Fingerboard Theory for Guitar A Music Theory Text for Guitarists - **How much does it cost?** KD 12.13 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/11461015-mel-bay-fingerboard-theory-for-guitar-a-music-theory-text) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Ideal for Serious Self-Study:** Transform 5 years of learning into months - β€’ **Trusted Reference for Guitarists:** Highly rated by intermediate & advanced players - β€’ **Master Complex Fingerboard Theory:** Unlock advanced guitar skills beyond basics - β€’ **Comprehensive Music Theory Coverage:** Intervals, modes, harmonizing melodies all in one - β€’ **Explore Jazz-Ready Drop 2 & Drop 3 Chords:** Elevate your comping and songwriting game ## Overview Mel Bay Fingerboard Theory for Guitar by Mike Christiansen is a 144-page music theory book tailored for intermediate to advanced guitarists. It covers essential topics like intervals, chord construction, drop 2 and drop 3 chords, modes, and harmonizing melodies, making it a comprehensive resource for serious players aiming to deepen their understanding and improve their songwriting and comping skills. ## Description desertcart.com: Mel Bay Fingerboard Theory for Guitar A Music Theory Text for Guitarists: 0796279086080: Christiansen, Mike: Books Review: Not for beginners - This book is excellent for intermediate to advanced guitarists. I know just like me, many guitarists that have been playing for a while get scared of studying the theories and tend to stay in the comfort zone playing what we already know. At the first few pages, the book seems to be easy on me as it shows some very basic knowledge. But it starts to speeds up quickly and made me uncomfortable with the new materials. But the more I study, I realized that those theories are very practical. I'm about 1/4 through the book and have learned more than the last 5 years. Highly recommended for serious guitarists as self-study or teaching material. Review: Really good reference - I own other music theory books for guitar..but this one is really good since it covers lots of subjects such as intervals, inverted intervals, harmonizing a melody with triads, drop-two chords, the modes,etc. It's an excellent reference book. 2012 Review:In order to help potential buyers this book is focused on chord construction,chord substitutions and harmonizing melodies which is important in comping (accompaniment)and songwriting. No other theory book has drop 2 and drop 3 chords which are necessary in jazz playing. It is not for beginners, however it gives excellent information. ## Features - Author: by Mike Christiansen - Format: Book - SkillLevel: Multiple Levels - NumberofPages: 144 - PublicationDate: 06_21_2005 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,533,190 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,243 in Music Theory (Books) #2,385 in General Musical Instrument Accessories #2,585 in Guitar Songbooks | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 35 Reviews | ## Images ![Mel Bay Fingerboard Theory for Guitar A Music Theory Text for Guitarists - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81goovKt+uL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not for beginners *by H***U on July 2, 2011* This book is excellent for intermediate to advanced guitarists. I know just like me, many guitarists that have been playing for a while get scared of studying the theories and tend to stay in the comfort zone playing what we already know. At the first few pages, the book seems to be easy on me as it shows some very basic knowledge. But it starts to speeds up quickly and made me uncomfortable with the new materials. But the more I study, I realized that those theories are very practical. I'm about 1/4 through the book and have learned more than the last 5 years. Highly recommended for serious guitarists as self-study or teaching material. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good reference *by R***Z on May 14, 2007* I own other music theory books for guitar..but this one is really good since it covers lots of subjects such as intervals, inverted intervals, harmonizing a melody with triads, drop-two chords, the modes,etc. It's an excellent reference book. 2012 Review:In order to help potential buyers this book is focused on chord construction,chord substitutions and harmonizing melodies which is important in comping (accompaniment)and songwriting. No other theory book has drop 2 and drop 3 chords which are necessary in jazz playing. It is not for beginners, however it gives excellent information. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Not impressed! *by K***N on November 11, 2010* To be honest, I have no idea how this book got all those five stars from the other reviewers. This book might be good if accompanied with a teacher. However, in my opinion, it starts well then gets in the deep waters in no time; for example, on page 18, the author asks students to improvise solos to the following progression CMajor (Dmi7, G7, Dmi7, G7, CMAJ7). How a novice that has just started with less than 18 pages in music theory is supposed to know what Dmi7 and G7 are? --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/11461015-mel-bay-fingerboard-theory-for-guitar-a-music-theory-text](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/11461015-mel-bay-fingerboard-theory-for-guitar-a-music-theory-text) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-15*