Download or read book Fretboard and Songwriting Theory for Metal Heads (and Other Genres Too) written by Richard Shaw and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-26 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered how to get music out of your head and onto the guitar? Do you feel stuck in a rut creatively? Ever wonder how guitar gods can use the entire neck effortlessly? This book is for you. In this book, I will explain how to unlock the fretboard and broaden your theory knowledge to help expand your songwriting potential. As a member of UK metal band Cradle of Filth, as well as a session musician and educator since 2007, I will show you the fundamentals that help me navigate my way around the fretboard in any scale in any key, show you theory 'shortcuts' that I thought could only be used by musical genius', and help you to not be held back creatively by nothing other than your imagination.