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NoExcuses
The hottest new interative tutorials to hit the market are now available in Australia.
The NoExcuses Guide range not only includes the obligatory Guitar, Bass, and Keyboard guides but one of the few interactive tutorials for Singers and a long-awaited Harmonica tutorial!
NoExcuses Guide - Guitar NoExcuses Guide - Bass NoExcuses Guide - Keyboard
NoExcuses Guide - Singers NoExcuses Guide - Harmonica
Each of the NoExcuses Guides Dual Pack contains a comprehensive tutorial CD-ROM (PC/Mac) as well as the NoExcuses JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD. Check each of the NoExcuses Guides out below.


Strike the right chord with the NoExcuses Guitar Guide.
Electric, Acoustic or Classic - learning the Guitar has just become easier and a whole lot more fun and affordable - thanks to the unique and innovative NoExcuses Guitar Guide CD-ROM.

The finger-picking-good, comprehensive and interactive PC/Mac compatible CD-ROM, offers everything the budding musician needs to master the instrument. Many of its sections provide a 'See & Hear' learning environment, which includes a chord finder with hundreds of the most commonly used chords, transposer and tuner, plus over 140 jamming tracks in 12 different musical styles.

Just some of the other topics covered in depth are music theory, scales, tabs, chord progressions and alternative tunings. In addition, there's invaluable background information like reviewing, choosing and using gear - right from strings, amps and effects down to plectrums. In fact, the tips 'n tricks from the experts section is worth the purchase price alone!

Dual Pack - Guitar Guide CD-ROM (PC/Mac) + JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD

Click HERE for pricing and system requirements for the NoExcuses Dual Pack - Guitar Guide.
Read about the JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD included in the twin pack NoExcuses Guide HERE
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Top quality learning for the bottom end, from the NoExcuses Bass Guide.
At last, a fun, unique and innovative guide for aspiring bass players, written by Bass players!

The new and comprehensive NoExcuses Bass Guide is a CD-ROM based, PC/Mac compatible tutor for those who wish to master the instrument providing the backbone and heartbeat of most musical styles.

It doesn't matter what kind of Bass you want to learn to play, because 4, 5 and 6 stringed instruments, as well as acoustic and double basses, are all covered. In addition, there is a note finder, interactive scales and tuner, plus over 140 jamming tracks in 12 musical styles, all written for the instrument and all presented in a 'See & Hear' learning environment.

There's a lot more besides, most of it ignored by competitive guides! These invaluable sections range from the tips, tricks and techniques of the Pros, to choosing, buying, caring for and repairing Basses and their accessories.

Dual Pack - Bass Guide CD-ROM (PC/Mac) + JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD

Click HERE for pricing and system requirements for the NoExcuses Dual Pack - Bass Guide.
Read about the JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD included in the twin pack NoExcuses Guide HERE
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Music at your fingertips from the NoExcuses Keyboard Guide.
From grand piano to hi-tech synthesiser, the keyboard is a dominant influence in today's music. And now musicians of every level have an innovative, easy-to-use and fun way to learn all there is to know about this flexible instrument.

Whether you're into Busted, the Beatles, Beethoven or any musical point in between, the interactive NoExcuses Keyboard Guide CD-ROM is suitable for everyone, from complete beginners to the more advanced.

In fact, whether you are learning just for pleasure, or to become professional and profit from it, this guide is an invaluable and affordable investment in your talent.

Both PC and Mac compatible, the Keyboard guide delivers expertise in all the essentials, including 300 chords for both hands, scales in 14 different keys, transposer, musical theory, jamming tracks, glossary and 'Jargon Buster.'

You can learn about all kinds of keyboard and pick up priceless tips on how to play them at different venues too.

Click HERE for pricing and system requirements for the NoExcuses Dual Pack - Keyboard Guide.
Read about the JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD included in the twin pack NoExcuses Guide HERE
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The NoExcuses Harmonica Guide will blow you away!
The harmonica is the world's most popular musical instrument. See the unique, innovative and interactive NoExcuses Harmonica Guide and you'll know why!

From the 'Kick Start' section for novices, to discovering the most advanced techniques, this CD-ROM guide will have you playing fast - by letting you hear as well as see what you are learning.

Choosing the right Harmonica from those available and how they work, basic music theory, playing different styles and practice tunes, plus caring for, repairing and tuning your 'harp' - are just some of the topics covered. This guide even demonstrates how to get amped-up and accessorised, while providing over 140 backing tracks to jam along with.

For a small instrument, the Harmonica Guide goes large on fun and practical learning!

Click HERE for pricing and system requirements for the NoExcuses Dual Pack - Harmonica Guide.
Read about the JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD included in the twin pack NoExcuses Guide HERE
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Everyone's voice can now be heard with the NoExcuses Singers Guide.
One musical instrument we all own and can easily access is our voice! People aren't born 'tone deaf' - they simply lack affordable, clear and concise vocal training.

That's now available with the NoExcuses Singers Guide, allowing singers of every level to enjoy getting the most from their voice.

Whether you want to rock or rap, get into choral singing or pop, in private or professionally - it's all here. From essential musical theory, extensive exercises, techniques and practice songs, to the anatomy of the voice, how it works and how to look after it.

And this guide goes where others don't. Where else could you learn about conquering stage fright, techniques for live versus studio singing, microphones and PAs? Therešs even an invaluable Jargon Buster included for instant expertise!

Click HERE for pricing and system requirements for the NoExcuses Dual Pack - Singers Guide.
Read about the JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD included in the twin pack NoExcuses Guide HERE
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JamAcademy - Band Jam Vol 1 DVD
This unique DVD is the first in the JamAcademy series and allows you to jam along with top professional musicians.

Featuring 8 songs in different styles including rock, blues, country, reggae and Latin. Written especially for the DVD, the songs are 'style' based rather than well known popular tunes, allowing for complete freedom of expression and experimentation. You can replace any one of the lead musicians and play their part or jam along with the rhythm section, giving over 40 different combinations.

It doesn't matter what instrument you play, even singers can use it. The chords are very easy for those just starting out and for the more experienced player you can really stretch yourself, practicing runs, riffs, solos and new techniques. Includes endless looping tracks, easy to use menus and Bonus JamAcademy Band video in Dolby 5.1.

PAL / Region 0 / Running Time - as long as you like.

The band never criticises, never gets tired or disappears into the bar... ... so join the band now!

The JamAcademy DVD - Band Vol 1 DVD is included with all NoExcuses Guides!
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