Mel Bay’s Deluxe Guitar Praise Book [Paperback] Bay, Bill

Description

1973 edition. Book is spiral bound not a paperback, but has the same cover art. Cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This vintage 1973 edition of Mel Bay’s Deluxe Guitar Praise Book offers a unique glimpse into the intersection of music and spirituality during the Jesus Movement era. Bill Bay, a renowned guitar instructor and publisher, curated a collection of hymns and contemporary Christian songs tailored for guitar accompaniment. The spiral-bound format allowed for easy page-turning during performances, making it a practical choice for church worship bands and solo artists alike.

While the cover shows signs of gentle use, the clean interior pages and secure binding indicate this copy has been cherished by its previous owner(s). For collectors, this edition holds historical significance as a product of the Jesus Movement’s influence on popular music and culture in the 1970s. Musicians and guitar enthusiasts will appreciate the opportunity to explore the repertoire that shaped the sound of contemporary Christian music during this pivotal era.