Mel Bay Thile Chris - Stealing Second - Mandolin
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Summary of This Book
Chris Thile's amazing talent is evident in this entertaining collection of 13 original note-for-note transcriptions of mandolin solos featured on the sensational Sugar Hill CD Stealing Second. Designed for mandolinists who want to understand the language of a major musician "from the inside," this collection focuses on the exact reproduction of choruses: rhythmic placements, position shifts, attack nuances, and melodic details are crafted to bring you as close as possible to the interpretation.
The combined presence of standard notation and tablature facilitates study, whether you are comfortable with reading or more oriented towards "fretboard" playing. You can analyze the licks, isolate technical passages, then integrate them into your own playing: work on alternate picking, double-stop clarity, string jump management, and sound continuity. The note-for-note approach also makes it a relevant resource to develop your ear and sense of phrasing by comparing your rendition to the reference version.
Important note: Track #14 is not on the CD. This makes it additional content to explore, perfect for extending your study and varying playing situations. With its 64 pages, this book is aimed both at progressing musicians and at already advanced mandolinists wishing to consolidate their bluegrass/country vocabulary through precise and directly usable transcriptions.
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Artist | Chris Thile | Genre | Bluegrass & Country |
| Publisher | Sugar Hill Records | Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Instrumentation | Mandolin | Pages | 64 |
| Collection | Sugar Hill Records | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the book include mandolin tablature?
The staff is paired with tablature for the 13 transcriptions of mandolin solos. This format allows practicing passages directly on the fretboard while following the musical notation.
What level is required to study these Chris Thile solos?
The book is intended for an intermediate level. The transcriptions notably cover alternate picking, double stops, and string skipping.
How many pages does Stealing Second - Mandolin contain?
The collection comprises 64 pages dedicated to solos from the album Stealing Second. It includes 13 original note-for-note transcriptions.
Are the solos transcribed exactly as on the album?
The choruses are presented as note-for-note transcriptions, with rhythmic placements, positions, and attack nuances. This allows work on melodic details and Chris Thile's phrasing. Comparing with the reference recording helps develop the ear.
Is track 14 available on the Stealing Second CD?
Track 14 is not included on the CD. It is additional study content in this book dedicated to bluegrass and country.
