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A rather lovely delivery of 50 books arrived on my doorstep this morning, only a few days after sending the final draft to the printers… and I couldn't be happier with how these have turned out!

I originally intended on putting together maybe 6 pages, but somehow it’s ended up becoming a fairly substantial 22-page book, packed full of ideas and chord grids to follow along with the topics we’ll be discussing at the workshop here in Nottingham this coming Sunday.

In the boiling heat of my garden, I thought I’d give you a little glimpse at a few of the pages… just to whet the old appetite a bit! ;)

Each attendee will be welcomed with their own copy of the book, plus a free drink of their choice.

I’m so excited to meet you all this weekend, and I know Adam feels exactly the same way!

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John Bent

Wish I could be there… fabulous!!

Ted Panajeotou

Fantastic Alex I’m a new fan although I’ve seen you in the past on YouTube become a dedicated Patreon member living over here in New Jersey. No way I can get there to the good old UK but follow you seriously as well as many of us appreciate your education.

Shmookie

Yes to a full book!!!! Workshop will be incredible!!!

Michael Friedman

When is the US version of the workshop? 😀

Richard

Can't make it to the workshop, gutted! However, I know it will be good, hope everything goes well and you both enjoy it.

Uwe

Really nice … Sadly Nottingham isn’t that close to Frankfurt. I really would love be to attend. On the other hand I still have the vision of mole, my ophthalmologist wouldn’t want me to read your post anyway 😉.

Rob Bright

Great shame I can’t make it .

Eric Mintz

I'm jealous, but it's across the pond and that's a long way to go. If you ever write that book (andI love the concept of "connecting the dots - harmony"), I would love to buy a copy. Please try to video some (all?) of the workshop for your fans!

Dan T

You should definitely make a book!

scott bookman

Not surprised that the book is excellent . I think Adam should arrive on Friday to give himself more guitar choosing time !

Timothy Daniels

You and Adam Levy have a perfect temperament for teaching. Enjoy your weekend!

Carlos Funk

"a decent collection, to be fair" ...

Carlos Funk

"a decent collection, to be fair".....heh, heh, typical English humour... Whatever you decide to write, I'm sure it will be stellar, as all you do. I'm hoping my appreciation multiplies your efforts. Would love to be there, ... But we've already talked about that

Mike Schaefer

I've been in live and streamed workshops with Adam and I've worked through many of your lessons, so I know how great this event will be--best wishes from darkest Arkansas, where the temps are even higher than in your location. Sign me up for a pdf of the book!

John Olenski

Yes! Please write a book. Wish I could have attended the workshop. Dynamic Duo. 🙌

GoofyRaf

I hope we’ll have some review and insight off this awesome evening masterclass, for those unlucky not in UK. Nice little book for sure. Enjoy the party guys !

Dean Toon

Looking forward to seeing you at the Contemporary,I’m not far from you. Dean

CanuckFinn

All the best to everyone who's lucky enough to make it to the workshop. Hope to see a follow-up perhaps. It looks so hot in Nottingham & Rosie looks so lovely!

Eirik Kildal

Good luck with the masterclass! Should have been there! 😎

Jonathan Hubbard

Looking forward to meeting you - books look fab! Can’t wait 🎸

Alex Farran Guitar

Definitely Rob!.. but there will be others that you can hopefully make it to! 🙏🏻

Alex Farran Guitar

Thank you Eric, I appreciate that buddy. A deeper book on understanding harmony and outlining changes from a lead playing perspective could be a very nice project. Half rhythm and half lead 🤔

Alex Farran Guitar

Thanks Dan! Pinning down the subject of it is the hard part.. any ideas?

Alex Farran Guitar

Thank you Mike, I appreciate that! 🙏🏻 Sure thing, I’ll post the PDF here on Patreon in the near future.

Alex Farran Guitar

Thank you John, wish you could be there too!.. maybe next time 😉

Alex Farran Guitar

Yes it’ll be nice to get some feedback on it afterwards! I’m always looking to learn and refine things so any constructive criticism is more than welcome too! 🙏🏻

Alex Farran Guitar

Nice one Dean, I’ll look forward to meeting you! Where abouts are you located?

Alex Farran Guitar

Thank you my friend. I’m certain there will be many follow-ups! Rosie says thanks too btw 🤪🐶

Sava Kalbachou

oh wow, this is amazing! Cannot wait till Sunday! I also got Adam's "String Theories" book, will be reading it on the train. +1 for you to write your own book! As for the topic, I'd suggest Noir Gypsy Blues & Jazz. I haven't seen many folks covering that theme and I'm not sure if there are any books on that. Of course there are folks teaching Gypsy Jazz, but not as many showcase how it could be infused into minor Blues & Jazz playing. Particularly so on electric guitar. And you have so many great videos already made to accompany it! I believe it might be something truly unique!

Dan T

That’s a tough one. There are many books out there that teach the same boring stuff. I’m actually a guitar teacher myself and I hate using generic lesson books and scale/chord dictionary books. I find that students do best with actual practical musical examples/songs they can play and that sound good. Part of the reason I like your channel so much is because of the diverse musical styles you cover in your videos. Maybe you could lean into that somehow?

Michael Friedman

Sigh.....I'm sure it would be NYC......but I'll come anyway

Steve Marinak

Bahamas workshop! I live there. I can set it up!

Katie King

That is so very cool; the booklet looks great! I sincerely hope you guys have a wonderful workshop!! You definitely should write a book Alex. Your lessons have so many little nuggets of wisdom sprinkled in all of them, there must be enough for several books! =) P.S. When are you gonna come to the states? :wink:

Katie King

Boston? Edit: Nashua, NH would be better if you are talking suggestions 😉

David Lockwood

Made me lol at the end. I’m not the only one then that kisses the puppies head and usually gets my face and ears licked in return!

Julian Gurr

Yes, please do make the book available to the rest of us and do write more. Your teaching is gold!

Tim Dale

Lovely tune in the background

Dean Toon

Hi Alex I’m at Branston at Belvoir Castle, and a Forest Fan👍

John Canton

Wish I could be there. Sorry I'm going to miss it.

Martin Lindsay

I’ll be there in spirit Alex. Great concept. You should definitely do one Stateside!

Tom Duplissey

I just got Adam's "String Theories" book in the mail yesterday. I'd buy your book. Make it happen.

WB Steck

Would like to buy a book, I know so much. And so much to really get under my skin, the ability to get it out! What a joy to play music!!

Don Kerkhan

Would like to have the PDF of Connecting thr Dots…..at some point :)

Ryan Griffiths

Would love to be there Alex - can't wait to hear about it.

Christopher Simon

Yes, workshop in Colorado, there’s a guitar camp in the middle of the summer with some of the Chet protégé…. in a hotel right off of I 70 in Arvada a suburb of Denver, and that’s also where the September -Rocky Mountain Archtop festival, happens. ( Henriksen amps-for information) Frank Vignola does a five day workshop before that festival