Books

Finally - a how-to-play instructional book created just for the 3-string Open G GDG cigar box guitar! “Cigar Box Guitar – the Ultimate Collection – 3 String” is one the first books ever written specifically for the “3...

Master the blues! Everything you need to learn the blues on the 3 String Cigar Box Guitar (GDG). A complete method with over 330 pages! Included in the book: blues tunes and patterns; close to "500" blues riffs; blues chord progressions: 12 bar, 8 bar,...

The first in-depth technique book created just for 3-string and 4-string Open G GDG cigar box guitars! Master the Cigar Box Guitar! A must have for every “CBG” player. A complete reference for both 3 & 4 string Cigar Box Guitar with over...

Here is a new book by instrument builder and C. B. Gitty customer Charles Atchison. This book is a reference for the construction of functional folk art & roots instruments, containing 200 pages with over 400 pictures and illustrations and clear...

Finally - a how-to-play instructional book created just for the 4-string Open G GDGB cigar box guitar! “Cigar Box Guitar – the Ultimate Collection – 4 String” is one the first books ever written specifically for the “4...

If you have ever thought that only the experts can build great musical instruments, think again! This is a beautiful, well-written and above all FUN intro to building handmade instruments at home from commonly available materials. Mike Orr is a...

Professional photographer and woodworking enthusiast David Sutton first chronicled the modern revival of the cigar box guitar in his best-selling book, Cigar Box Guitars. Now he's back to share his obsession with these handmade treasures in an amazing...

Here is a concise guide to help you learn the "nuts and bolts" of playing your cigar box guitars: the riffs, solos, turnarounds and other musical components that can be put together to play the blues, rock and roll and much more.  From the...

This book will teach you basic playing techniques for the ukulele. No prior musical experience is assumed. You will learn how to hold the instrument, position the hands, strumming techniques, basic chords and beyond. The enclosed CD guides you...

This is a great new book by CBG enthusiast, author and photographer David Sutton. This beautifully produced and well-written book both serves as a gallery of great CBGs, a showcase of some of the biggest names in the CBG movement, and a practical...

Everybody should have a few holiday songs in their cigar box guitar musical toolbag! This latest Cigar Box Guitar songbook from Brent Robitaille features "30 Holiday Classics", each arranged for both 3 & 4 String Cigar Box Guitar. The songs include...

It’s no wonder that the popularity of the ukulele is quickly rising. It’s a versatile instrument that is easy to play – yet can also handle complex chord patterns. A good quality handmade ukulele has beautiful tone and is a delight to...

A follow up to the popular Ultimate Collection Vol 1, Brent Robitaille brings an exciting second edition to the table, covering even more tunes ranging from Rock, Blues, American, Folk and more! “Cigar Box Guitar – the Ultimate Collection...