My Obsession: Lead Sheet

This lead sheet collection captures the Stones' evolution across nearly a decade of studio recordings, giving guitarists direct access to the songs that defined rock and roll. The inclusion of guitar TAB for 29 pivotal riffs transforms this from a reference book into a practical learning tool; you can study how Richards approached rhythm and lead work on the actual recordings.

Raw energy meets strategic simplicity. These songs balance straightforward chord progressions with instantly recognizable hooks and riffs that sit perfectly under the fingers. Even early blues covers carry the Stones' swagger, while later tracks hint at the experimental textures they were exploring.

Guitarists and bandleaders programming rock repertoire, from intermediate players ready to tackle classic songs to advanced musicians studying the interplay between melody, chord changes, and iconic riffs. Teachers using Stones material in guitar lessons or rock ensemble classes will find complete lead sheets organized in one resource.

• Study the included instrumental riffs before singing or playing through; these figures establish the song's identity and give you the architecture to build from.
• Cross-reference the TAB section when working on solos; seeing the fingering alongside the lead sheet notation accelerates learning and grounds you in Richards' original voicings.
• Use the lay-flat binding to your advantage during rehearsal; keep the book open on a stand so you can reference chord changes without breaking focus.

Build a unit around the band's early influences by pairing their Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly covers with the originals; the lead sheets make side-by-side comparison manageable. You can also program a chronological concert segment that traces the band's stylistic shifts from 1963 to 1971, using the discography and historical context to frame each song.

• Reading lead sheets with harmonic notation and riff figures
• Translating guitar TAB to standard notation and vice versa
• Understanding song structure through blues and rock progressions
• Analyzing the relationship between rhythm riffs and melodic hooks
• Interpreting instrumental figures and solos in authentic style