2015 Rock Charts: Rock & Pop Hits for Guitar: Guitar TAB Edition Book

Radio hits and movie moments captured for guitar. You move between indie pop energy, country crossover confidence, Disney magic, and contemporary rock drama all in one sitting. Each arrangement respects the original's character while adapting it to what works under your hands.

Guitarists from high school through adult levels who want repertoire that connects to contemporary music they care about. This works well for students seeking repertoire beyond classical or jazz standards, or for ensemble directors building a modern guitar program.

• Study the original recordings before diving into the tab. You'll catch production details and effects that elevate a straightforward tab reading into something that captures the actual song.
• Pay close attention to rhythm notation alongside the tab numbers. Many of these arrangements rely on strumming patterns and syncopation that tab alone won't fully convey.
• Experiment with amp settings and effects early. Songs like "I See Fire" and "Dangerous" rely on texture and tone color to land their emotional weight.

This collection works beautifully as a recital book where guitarists can choose songs aligned with their taste and ability level. You might also use individual titles as performance repertoire for end-of-semester showcases or ensemble performances where modern songs anchor the program.

• Reading guitar TAB in pop and rock contexts
• Translating strumming patterns and rhythm notation from arrangements
• Adapting technique across multiple genres and song styles
• Recognizing production and arrangement choices that shape commercial recordings
• Building fluency with contemporary popular music repertoire