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Greek Modes for Guitar maps the ten essential Greek modes (dromoi) onto the fretboard: the scales behind rebetiko, laiko and Greek folk music, in standard tuning and in every key.
One complete chapter for every mode
From the famous Hijaz to the rarer Sabah and Segah. Each chapter also shows the closest Western equivalent, so you can connect it to what you already know.
Hijaz
Phrygian Dominant
Hijazkiar
Double Harmonic Major
Ousak
Phrygian
Rast
Major / Mixolydian (descending)
Niavent
Hungarian Minor
Sabah
No exact Western equivalent
Peiraiotikos
Phrygian Dominant with #4
Kiourdi
Natural Minor (Aeolian)
Houzam
Phrygian Dominant with natural 6
Segah
Harmonic Major
From the first note to your own taximi
Every chapter follows the same path, so once you learn one mode you know exactly how to learn the next.
See the whole mode on the neck
A full fretboard map (frets 0–12) shows every note of the mode, with the root marked, so you see the pattern instead of memorising it.
- Theory & character: the formula of the mode and where you'll hear it
- Clear colour diagrams, high E on top
Five positions, plus bouzouki-style playing
Learn the mode in five playing positions so you can play it anywhere on the neck, then play it along a single string with slides, the way the bouzouki does.
- 5 positions per mode, with fingering tips
- One-string exercises for that authentic "Greek" phrasing
The right chords, all over the neck
The chords each mode uses, with Roman numerals explained (I, bII, iv…), typical progressions for zeibekiko, hasapiko and tsifteteli, and every chord in 4–5 shapes across the fretboard.
- Nearly 50 progressions you can play straight away
- Every chord voicing verified, in all 12 keys
Improvise like a rebetiko player
Three taximi (free improvisation) phrases per mode in tablature: 30 phrases in total, with trills, slides and hammer-ons, played over a drone.
- Tablature only, no sheet music needed
- The building blocks for your own improvisations
Play in any key the singer wants
Every mode is shown in all 12 keys with its chords, plus a reference table with capo positions and a 4-week practice plan, so you always know what to practise next.
- Reference tables for quick transposition
- A 4-week practice plan for each mode
The 11-page Cheat Sheet
Every mode on one printable page: the scale, the fretboard, the chords, four progressions and the notes in all 12 keys. Print it and keep it on your music stand.
Made for guitarists who want that sound
Guitarists
You know basic chords and want Greek, Middle Eastern or "exotic" sounds in your playing.
The Greek diaspora
Reconnect with the music you grew up with, and finally play the songs you hear at every glendi.
World-music players
Bouzouki, oud and baglama players who want the guitar view of the modes.
Everything you need to know
- Format
- 1 PDF file, 205 pages
- The book
- 194 pages, A4
- Bonus
- 11-page Cheat Sheet (included at the end)
- Delivery
- Instant download after payment
- Software needed
- Any PDF reader (free)
- Devices
- Phone, tablet, computer or print
- Tuning
- Standard (E A D G B E)
- Language
- English
- Price
- $30 one-time, no subscription
How do I get the book?
Right after payment you get instant access to download the PDF. The bonus Cheat Sheet is included at the end of the same file. Nothing is shipped; this is a digital product.
Do I need to read sheet music?
No. Everything is shown with fretboard diagrams, chord diagrams and tablature.
What level do I need?
If you can play a few basic open chords, you can start. The fretboard maps and positions take you step by step to the more advanced material.
Can I print it?
Yes. The file is A4 and print fine on US Letter with "fit to page".
What if it's not for me?
Your purchase is covered by ClickBank's 60-day money-back guarantee. Contact ClickBank support at clkbank.com for a refund.
Start playing Hijaz today
194-page book + 11-page Cheat Sheet, delivered instantly.