Jam with Carlos Santana with CD (Audio)

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Jam with Carlos Santana with CD

Good stuff! Useful and fun!

Play till your fingers fall off! This is a blast!

Dream come true for learning guitarists and Santana fanatics

Jam with Carlos Santana with CD (Audio)

Manufacturer: Warner Brothers Publications
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Jimi Hendrix Experience - Smash Hits: Guitar Play-Along Volume 47 (Hal Leonard Guitar Play-Along)

ASIN: 1843285371

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This guitar workshop is a powerful learning tool that will help extend your stockpile of licks and fills and help develop your improvisational skills. The play-along songs (in standard notation and tab, and on the CD with and without guitar parts) are: Black Magic Woman Samba Pa Ti She's Not There The Healer Oye Como Va Europa Evil Ways Persuasion.

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Jam with Carlos Santana with CD .......2007-05-12

The CD & book are very good to play along with, also the chords & notes are right in the book, only one thing they dont tell you, they are not the entire songs. Europa, Black Magic Woman, etc are all cut short & dont play through the guitar solos, so there are several minutes cut out of each song, so its not the entire song. If you dont care about the solos its fine, but this says its a jam, to me soloing is the best part of the jam & they are all cut out

Good stuff! Useful and fun!.......2004-03-26

If you like Santana music and have decent guitar skills, you will appreciate this book. First of all, a recommendation that applies to all the books with sheet music and tablature: the reader/player should be able to read AT LEAST the rhythmic info on the paper in order to take more advantage of the product. That is, one should understand when it is a quarter or eighth or sixteenth note, if it is on the down or up beat, when it is staccato or not. You can use the tablature for getting the "note", but try to be disciplined on the rhythmic front. And play slowly,with a metronome, before jumping to the performance tempo of the jam tracks. Believe me, it adds so much to your rhythmic performance. At least for me, certain passages are rhythmically challenging so for the time being I am inserting licks that I control while trying to keep the "key notes" of the solo there. Hey, that is a good exercise in improvisation!
I have not "jammed" with the CD yet but I've been playing the licks with special concern to timing. My opinion is that almost anyone will benefit from this book at multiple levels: the book might serve as a beautiful introduction to the syncopated cha cha rhythm by playing "Oye como va". It also offers busy rhythm comping with "Evil Ways" and "Persuasion". And for the soloists, of course a guitar student will be able to appreciate the soulful, bluesy phrasing of Santana ("BlackMagic Woman", "Europa")and hopefully become able to add some of Santana's magic to his or her own style. Finally, kudos for the authors for having included "The Healer", an overlooked gem of Santana (the intro is as good an exercise in playing both with a pick and the fingers as any other).
There is one thing that I miss: I think the author could have included an intro on the book highlghying a few of the "trademark" Santana licks and techniques so you can practive in a more structured way instead of jumping directly into the tracks. Also, more rhythmic information for comping (e.g. the author mensions the "bossa nova feel" of BlackMagic Woman but does not show it on paper) would be welcome. But hey, I am very pleased with the purchase and I intend to buy more books of the "jam with" series.

Play till your fingers fall off! This is a blast!.......2003-02-08

I picked this up for working on my timing and feel, this is VERY well done, well ok ... the 2nd pack of tracks with actual guitar parts is, so so. I've spent hours just on Tracks '2' and '4' and I have to say this is the most fun I've had playing with out a real band around. You can work on your tone, timing, feel, get inventive, play it note for note and do not need to have other musicians going over and over it with you.
I'd also recommend the Dire Straits version but it's much harder to play along with. I will be buying more in this series for sure!

Dream come true for learning guitarists and Santana fanatics.......2000-05-02

Santana has always been my ultimate guitarist idol, and for a book like this to come out, I feel like I've actually had a workshop with Santana himself. It provides a number of easy to interpret tips and recommendations that have not only increased my confidence in improvisation, but also have allowed me to imagine during the play-alongs that I may one day meet a level of playing like Carlos'. My guitar techniques have without a doubt undergone significant improvements. This book includes all the classics, and is a must for any of the other Santana fanatics like me.

Carlos Santana: Dance of the Rainbow Serpent (Authentic Guitar-Tab)

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Carlos Santana: Dance of the Rainbow Serpent (Authentic Guitar-Tab)

Manufacturer: Alfred Publishing Company
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DANCE OF THE RAINBOW SERPENT is a three-volume journey through th three decades of the music of Carlos Santana. It includes full-color photo sections, music transcribed in standard notation and tab, and complete solos. Titles in this 35-song album-matching box set include: Black Magic Woman/Gypsy Queen * Evil Ways * In a Silent Way * Oye Como Va * Blues for Salvador * I Love You Too Much * Move On * Brightest Star * Hannibal * Mudbone and more. ?

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Everything Is Coming This Book's Way
needs to do more research
A good book about a great artist
Finally, A Santana Bio
Well researched and written

Soul Sacrifice: The Santana Story
Simon Leng
Manufacturer: Firefly Publishing
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ASIN: 0946719292

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Soul Sacrifice is the first ever biography of Carlos Santana-the most famous Latin American musician in the world. This genuine "rags to riches" story traces his life from a childhood playing Mariachi music on the streets of Tijuana, through to worldwide superstardom.

Founded on his own unique Afro-Latin-Blues guitar sound, his eponymously-named multi-racial band, emerged from the late sixities San Francisco scene and gained instant legendary status following their raptuously received set at Woodstock. Through subsequent LPs like Abraxas and Santana III, the band have gone on to sell over 35 million albums and played to millions across the globe. Carlos Santana's musical journey has also embraced a number of intriguing tangents, including complex jazz odysseys like Caravanserai and Welcome and collaborations with John McLaughlin, Alice Coltrane and Herbie Hancock.

After receiving a lifetime achievement award from Billboard magazine in 1996, Santana recently returned to the fray with his first studio album in seven years. Featuring collaborations with Lauryn Hill, Dave Matthews and Eric Clapton, Supernatural once again placed Santana at the number one spot on Billboard's US chart-as did its first single, "Smooth"-confirming the longevity of Santana's appeal.

Simon Leng has enjoyed unprecedented access to band members and associates, and most importantly Carlos Santana himself, producing a gripping portrait of a World Music pioneer who is also one of the most distinctive and influential guitarist of all time.

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Everything Is Coming This Book's Way.......2007-07-27

I pretty much lost track of Santana after the third album, Santana III, until his resurgence a few years back. This book nicely fills in the gaps and makes the band's somewhat long and complicated discography finally clear as to where one should look back for lost gems. Mostly, way back. But no matter. Santana's music was always a cut above, going back to the early days in San Fran, no small thanks to the use of Latin percussion on many of the classic cuts. You won't find out much dirt from this tome, written by a former fan mag editor. But you will be taken back to a time when music making was slightly less corporate, though this was one of the bands that helped corporatize rock after Woodstock. This is a better written band bio than one would expect, though too light on previously unseen photos.

needs to do more research.......2000-11-03

As a historian, I was excited to read this book. Beginning to read it, however, the author wrote that Santana was born in 1947. He then states that Carlos returned to his home town in 1986 for his 53rd birthday. The author also makes a major mistake recounting the legend of our Blessed Virgen de Guadalupe, stating that the bishop was sent to investigate her appearance, and that her image appeared on his cloak. It was, in fact Juan Diego who was sent back to her to bring proof of her existence and it was his cloak that her image appeared on. The rest of the book was soured by these early inaccuracies. One wonders what other inaccuracies are listed as fact regarding Carlos Santana. It just goes to show you can't always believe what you read.

A good book about a great artist.......2000-09-22

First, I am a professional guitarist of 25 years who believes Carlos Santana has only four guitar peers: Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, George Benson, and John McLaughlin. So this is a biased review. And now the review:

It's about time a book attempts to document the history and significance of this important musician and band. Mr. Leng, a first-time author, has done a fine job. Here are six challenges that Mr. Leng met with impressive success:

(1) Explaining how a very specific aspect of Mexican music - playing melodies expressively - influenced Carlos's style.

(2) Explaining how each individual member influenced the band's sound.

(3) Explaining the difficulties of keeping everyone - from pop fans to jazz fans to record companies to managers to musicians - happy.

(4) Explaining Carlos's conscious recording of "corny" commercial music to finance the recording of his more adventuresome music.

(5) Explaining how Carlos is trapped (for better and for worse) in the "Santana Band."

(6) Explaining the true weight / quality / genius / level / importance / influence of Carlos and the band.

(7) Explaining the greatness (and that's an understatement) of the percussionists which have played in the band, particularly Armando Peraza.

(8) Documenting the long list of non-Santana band artists with whom Carlos has recorded.

Sooner or later a professional music historian will publish a more comprehensive book - say 1,000 pages. This book will be aimed at more serious students of music history.

The book will expand as follows:

(a) It will discuss Carlos's equipment. Carlos has influenced electric guitar and amplifier design more than any other modern guitarist except Jimi Hendrix. (b) It will explain in musical terms why Carlos's playing has so much "feeling." Put simply, Carlos uses a large variety of subtle nuances to make every note count. Like Pavarotti and Isaac Stern.

I wish I could be the author of this great book. I would title it "Espiritu - Carlos Santana."

Finally, A Santana Bio.......2000-07-06

This biography does an excellant job in covering the early life of Carlos Santana and his entire career in his band. The information is based mostly on facts, and doesn't offer enough emotional insight from Carlos and his other band members. This book also didn't have enough about Carlos Santana's spiritual and political views. Basically, this book does an amazing job at covering the chronology of the band,information about each album, and information about the different guys who played with the band at one time or another. Look mainly to this book for straight facts and an excellant biography of Carlos' early life and the beginning of the first Santana band. Don't be surprised if there isn't much emotional insight or highly detailed information about the Santana band past 1974. The only thing better than this book would be if Carlos wrote his own biography.

Well researched and written.......2000-05-07

This is THE definitive book on a great artist whose contributions to cultural expression through music is under-appreciated today. Leng aptly describes Carlos Santana's early years, the struggles toward and accompanying fame, and the challenges he had to overcome along the way (cultural and professional). If you love music of any kind, you will enjoy this taste of history; if you appreciate Santana especially, you will savor this biographical feast.

In Session with Carlos Santana (Book & CD) (In Session)

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In Session with Carlos Santana (Book & CD) (In Session)

Manufacturer: Warner Bros Pubns
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ASIN: 1859096220

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Play along with six classic Santana tracks, transcribed and arranged exclusively by guitarists for guitarists! These note-for-note transcriptions in standard notation and guitar tab feature full top lines with lyrics and chord symbols, as well as a breakdown and analysis of each solo, containing essential hints and tips. The special practice tracks on the CD, with slowed-down versions of the solos, in demonstration and play-along formats. Titles are: Flor D'Luna * Sensitive Kind * Europa * All I Ever Wanted * Samba Pa Ti * Hannibal.

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The easiest way to play something hard!.......2001-07-05

Having only been playing the guitar for a year or so. I bought In session with Carlos Santana thinking it would be something I could aspire to in the next couple of years. Well I was wrong, with the well-structured cd, offering slowed down solos, and excellent backing tracks, I have nearly mastered Moonflower in only a couple of weeks. Don't get me wrong in thinking this is only for beginners, so of the tracks are challenging to say the least! I thoroughly recommend this to anybody. It's the best tab book I've ever bought.....and there have been many!

Space Between the Stars: My Journey to an Open Heart

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Space Between the Stars: My Journey to an Open Heart
Thanks Deborah
Sublime Joy
Substitute for Love
not what you think

Space Between the Stars: My Journey to an Open Heart
Deborah Santana
Manufacturer: One World/Ballantine
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ASIN: 0345471253
Release Date: 2005-03-01

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Deborah Santana is best known for her marriage to music icon Carlos Santana–a thirty-year bond that endures to this day. But as a girl growing up in San Francisco in the 1960s, daughter of a white mother and a black father–the legendary blues guitarist Saunders King–her life was charged with its own drama long before she married.

In this beautiful, haunting memoir, Deborah Santana shares for the first time her early experiences with racial intolerance, her romantic involvement with musician Sly Stone and the suffering she endured in that relationship, and her adventures in the freewheeling 1960s. Yet it is her spiritual awakening that is the core of this story. The civil rights movement was the foundation of her growth, the Woodstock era the backdrop of her love with Carlos. The couple was drawn indelibly together by a search for truth and spirituality, but while yearning to be filled with God’s light, they were pulled dangerously toward a manipulative cult. They eventually disengage themselves from the guru and reclaim control of their lives, putting their love for each other before the cult’s increasingly strenuous demands.

Space Between the Stars is a moving account of self-discovery, rendered in raw, beautiful prose, by a woman whose heart has remained pure even in times of despair. As Deborah Santana talks frankly about her lifelong fight against racial injustice and her deep-seated loyalty to her family, ultimately it is the struggle to remain a spiritual and artistic force in her own right, in the shadow of one of the world’s most revered musicians, that shines through as her most indomitable pursuit.

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Space Between the Stars: My Journey to an Open Heart.......2007-09-19

I was so impressed with the book I bought copies for all my sisters and mother. We all loved the book and my 81 year old mother reads reads regency romance novels exclusively. A miracle ocurred and she read this book and didn't want to put it down! We all loved it. The book gave us courage and opened our hearts. THANKS Deborah.
Sincerely,
Karen Gravina Hull, Massachusetts

Thanks Deborah.......2007-07-15

Deborah Santana opens her heart and life in this book much the same way a musician such as her father or husband does on stage. Truly a great writer Deborah chronicles a period of Rock and Roll as an insider. We are lucky to have an account from this period of two famous bands to which she was connected. But Space Between the Stars isn't just about Rock and Roll. It is a story of a strong woman who has survived that era and come out stronger. The Music on The Cds is incredible. Her son Salvador is likely to be a force in the music world, admired and respected as were his father and grandfather.

Sublime Joy.......2007-03-07

This is an amazing book full of truth and wisdom. "You house the truth of God's essence inside yourselves, to be heard in the wisper of silence". "Really, all brokenness is a lack of oneness with one's own spirit and light". For those unfamiliar with Carlos's wealth of music and message, we learn; "every note is chosen with the hope that in the listener it will sing a story, spark a journey to goodness and mercy". I laughed, I cried, I loved it! I am a middle aged white guy who honestly thinks Carlos Santana is a Prophet, chosen and inspired by God. Just listen to his music (all of it!). Deborah Santana is a gifted writer, who tells her story in a magical and compelling narative. The message is truley inspirational. Thank you.

Substitute for Love.......2007-01-08

For the first two-thirds of Deborah Santana's autobiography, I was very worried. Sisterly concern radiated from me like a constantly buzzing red light of warning. I wanted to grab her by the shoulders and shake her. Be careful! That man, that guru, that drug, that situation is not right. Keep away! Stop! Reboot! What are you thinking, you foolish naive little girl?

Well obviously all of Deborah's experiences are in the past, and she successfully navigated them to her present apparently self-realized state. And of course my cautionary voice came from... where? Oh yes, the voice of experience. Is this a generational thing? Or a Women-Coming-of-Age-in-the-USA thing?

Those of us born in the 1950's and before were, at least subliminally, instructed to put aside our own personalities in order to grace the life of a man or a god. Yet we came of age during a time in the US when women as a gender were carving out new roles and civil rights. This clash of philosophies led many of us to what we gently refer to as "adventures" or " interesting circumstances". At least this happened to those of us who sought to embrace the greater world and the myriad of opportunities it presented. After all, we had freedoms never or rarely afforded women before - but little in the way of experience or wise grannies to temper us.

Still - how could someone raised in what appears to have been a loving open-minded family tilt so headlong into such tawdry difficulties? It all comes down to naiveté and the desire for love, and so many of us have been there. Deborah abandons her own ego to that of the abusive and drug addicted Sly Stone. Then abandons it again to guru Sri Chinmoy, and yet again to Carlos Santana. She finally seems to begin to get her identity together when she has children and realizes that even if her beloved husband has a roving eye, she still has worth and purpose. But it none-the-less remains based on glomming her personality onto that of another: Sly, Chinmoy, Santana, babies. Even the book title describes her as a void between brilliant bodies of light. Primordial ooze aside, methinks there is still self-realization to be achieved here. And I believe she is currently doing this through the Milagro Foundation, her family's philanthropic outreach.

What is ultimately so marvelous about this book is that Deborah articulates eloquently the struggle so many of us in our generation have had to reconcile purpose and identity in a material society. Although she writes of racism, I see her story as more of a cautionary tale of sexism, the gullibility of young sheltered women, and, above all, the need for love that is so strong it can blind the seeker to all logic and reason. For this reason, the book is a fantastic book club read. Less inspiration than commiseration, it serves as a wonderful stimulus to discussion of our role as women, how this is evolving, and where it needs to go.

not what you think.......2006-12-28

I thought this would be a book about a woman's growth. It ended up being full of excuses for what she didn't accomplish but had stated she wanted to accomplish. It seems "god" always had other plans for her that kept her in an easier position. I found Deborah to be easily susceptible to persuasion with no critical thinking and greatly influenced by the men in her life and their dreams despite what she believes about herself to be the opposite. She seems to base her self worth on how much worth she bestows on the men who "chose" her. I would have my daughters read this book only as a cautionary tale - not one of personal growth. If she were not Deborah Santana I can't imagine that any publisher would have found this to be worth publishing or enlightening to women in any way.

Santana / Supernatural (Authentic Guitar-Tab)

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Santana's Supernatural

Santana / Supernatural (Authentic Guitar-Tab)
Carlos Santana
Manufacturer: Warner Brothers Publications
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ASIN: 0769293891

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Some of Santana's best music of the '90s. Titles are: Africa Bamba, The Calling, Coraz n Espinado, Do You Like the Way, El Farol, Love of My Life, Mar a Mar a, Migra, Primavera, Put Your Lights On, Smooth, Wishing It Was, (De La) Yaleo.

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Great! Worth to buy!.......2001-08-17

I started to listen to Santana's music when I first listened to Smooth. The feeling and energy that Carlos Santana gives can not be found from the others. This book is really great. The tabs are accurate. You are not just playing Santana's song with this book, but also practicing your guitar skills. You can play the sounds what you listen from the CD. This book is not just a must-have for Santana's fans but also for all guitar lovers.

Santana's Supernatural.......2000-03-29

Santana and his great music are back. All I can say is that this book is excelent. If you want to play Santana's songs like they really are played, I recommend this item. The transcriptions are accurate and reliable. This is a "must have" item for Santana's fans.

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Enthusiastically Wrong
waste of time
Lacking in substance
Carlos: The perfect subject for this kind of book

Carlos Santana: Back on Top
Marc Shapiro
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ASIN: 0312288522

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Carlos Santana took the music world by storm back in 1969 with his thrilling performance at the Woodstock festival. He was the first guitarist to skillfully blend fiery rock riffs with Latin, blues and sensuous Afro-Cuban rhythms to create a unique and unforgettable sound. His vision to create innovative melodies has earned him a magnitude of critical praise and acclaim over his illustrious career. But, the road to success has been a rocky, uphill climb.The middle child of seven children, Carlos Santana was born on July 20, 1947 in a tiny Mexican village where the homes were comprised of brick and mud, and there was no running water or lights. But, what his parents couldn't give in material wealth, they heaped upon their children in love. It was after the family moved to Tijuana that twelve year old Carlos developed his talent for the guitar and his reputation as a formidable musician spread. In 1968 Columbia Records signed on the Santana Blues Band and they began in earnest to work on an album that would include such popular Latin and soul favorites as "Black Magic Woman," "Evil Ways," and "Oye Como Va". On August 15, 1969, the Santana band was given the opportunity to play Woodstock before the release of their first album and this performance would forever be etched in fans' minds as a key moment in rock history. The Santana Blues Bands went from obscurity to instant recognition. Shortly thereafter, rumblings of discontent were echoed within the group with the volatile mixture of drug abuse, personality clashes, and the frustrations over the musical direction the band, ultimately leading to the demise of the group.Following the breakup, Carlos Santana delved deeper into the meditative arts and spirituality. The succession of albums that followed were greeted with critical acclaim, but moderate success. In the late 90's, Santana begin working on a new album under the creative direction of Clive Davis, head of Arista Records. In a brilliant union of collaborating with younger artists as Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, and Rob Thomas, the album, Supernatural was a commercial smash. It sold over thirteen million copies, and appealed to both the baby boomers and the teenage crowd. Carlos Santana became the star of the 2000 Grammys, and Supernatural won several awards including, Best Rock Album of the Year, Song of the Year for "Smooth", and Album of the Year. With a career that spans three decades, Carlos Santana has proven that talent, determination, and passion are the keys to longevity in a business that is obsessed with youth and beauty. Against the odds, he has defied the rule of convention and made an incredible comeback. His story is timeless, inspirational, and he has undoubtedly proven himself to be the king of the guitar.

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This in-depth biography on the innovative Latin blues-rock guitarist, Carlos Santana will follow his illustrious career from the late 1960's to the present.

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Enthusiastically Wrong.......2007-02-01

The pros are that the book is easy to read and the author writes with enthusiasm. The main issue I had with the book is that the author gets some of the dates of events in Carlos Santana's life wrong. Most people would not mind such inaccuracies, but I do. The lack of research and interest in getting it right lacks professionalism and distorts history. I would instead recommend checking out Leng or Slavicek if you want more meat or just the facts about Carlos Santana.

waste of time.......2005-10-26

I never recieved this book. After spending time trying to order the book it was not available. The only reason I became interested in it was because of a promotion amazon ran when I was trying to order another book. Please don't waste my time in the future.

Lacking in substance.......2001-03-07

Well if you read the first reviewer and the editors opinion than you pretty much have the essence of the book. I finished this book in two sessios of a few hours one Sunday. Was it the speed reading course I NEVER took? It is simple reading, maybe for simple minds like mine that just want to know more about a man whose story I grew up with. The problem is there are few revelations, a few tid bits but nothing of any substance. So why read it? I dunno, curiosity? You keep turning the pages anticipating something real "juicy", some insight, some rock stories but it just isn't there. It is more like a trip down memory lane on the autobahn, you start and before you know it you're there, done. It seems the author wrote this book by speculating on his research. Sure the life of Carlos is chronicled but much too superficially. The problems with the original Santana members is discussed but most who grew up with Santana are aware of this history. Also reference to drug use is discussed, Carlos's appetite for the mind bending trips on LSD, Mescaline and Peyote, his cocaine days etc. etc. but it is shallow. The groupies and wild times are mentioned then gone. Of some interest is Carlos's brush with his musical idols, Miles Davis, Jimi(if you need to know the last name you shouldn't be reading this) and Alice Coltrane(again if you don't know the wife of who you're in the wrong place). The reader imagines Jimi's swagger and Carlos's fascination when they first meet and for what it's worth the supposed conversation in which Jimi wanted to join Carlos's band. The first part of the book deals with the early days, the second half with EACH and EVERY lp released and the various transformations Santana went through from local musician south of the border to Frisco(I know this irks dwellers of "The City") and the Fillmore , from young hippie to (ooooooommmmmmmmmmmm) Devadip, from househusband born-again to his conversations with his angel Metatron that told him "he would soon be hooked to the frequency of the radio" and ultimately with "Supernatural." There has always been a spiritual side to Santana and the book discusses this as well as his personal demons that he exorcized through therapy. The long strange trip of Santana is chronicled with way too much emphasis to the commercial failure of many lp's. The problem is for many of us this was some of his best work, we were there all along. The private side of Santana, the spiritual side was what many of us were going through and we could relate, life is not always a party. Would I recommend this book? Why not, an average reader could read it instead of the LA or NY Times Sunday edition. I suspect the author wanted to make a quick buck in the new found interest in Santana, tid bits for a new generation. For those of us that were around and whose lives parralled his there is not much here that we didn't already know. I think the writng is geared to young(school years)people so that those from a new generation who have discovered Santana can learn something about his long and at times trying musical career. Does it do justice to his life? Not really, this is not a definitive biography. If you do read this, put on a couple of CD's of Santana but just make sure not more than five as you'll finish the book first.

Carlos: The perfect subject for this kind of book.......2000-11-19

True Santana fans will question whether or not Carlos ever fell to begin with. However, BACK ON TOP is an appropriate title for those who measure success by commercial standards. Who can question that SUPERNATURAL, and the multiple Grammy awards it brought, was indeed a return to the top for this incredible artist.

Mr. Shapiro's election to follow a chronological sequence in the writing of this book is helpful to the reader. After all, the professional and personal roller-coaster that is Carlos' life can best be felt if the story that unfolds follows the very way in which it all happened. Shapiro did this well.

Things to like about the book include a fairly well chronicled capture of the early years. How the original Santana Blues Band came to be is quite a story. Even those who know the story will find the references to such legends as Bill Graham, Paul Butterfield, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Tito Puente, Willie Bobo, Jefferson Airplane, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and the Grateful Dead effective in connecting Carlos to legends of Rock, Blues and Jazz. Who else do you know that has this kind of depth to his music pedigree? Such is the attraction to Carlos Santana.

Shapiro also did a decent job in explaining the on again, off again relationship Carlos had with his original band. Reasons for its breakup - and occasional reunions - were conveyed in an easy to follow manner.

Don't look for Shapiro's writing style to represent literary excellence. It's simple and contains a fair number of grammatical mistakes. Further, it's pretty clear the author is/was never a true Santana fan. The book could possibly have been written entirely from research and archives. One can't be certain if Shapiro ever interviewed Carlos. My guess is that Shapiro tossed the book together following a cookie-cutter pattern used in his other similar books on rock stars. For example, he incorrectly assigns the song "She's Not There" to the Festival LP. It was of course part of the Moonflower double album set. The discography at the end is a handy guide, but even it is incomplete. (Shapiro referenced albums and collaborations in the text that never made it to his Discography!)

Lastly, Shapiro weighs in on Carlos' mid-70's trek toward jazz, fusion, melodic/religious tones while playing under the name Devadip. The author states: "Sorry Carlos, I didn't dig the short hair and the white duds." True Santana fans will take exception to this narrow-minded view toward an era of Santana music that classic Santana fans will long revere as his best music.

I lived the Santana years one album at a time. Having seen Carlos play at some 28 concerts I was not sure the story as told by Marc Shapiro would do this incredible artist justice. To be fair, the book passed the test and is to be recommended.

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Great Drills

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An Excellent Training Tool! A Very Good Value!

Great reference for any athlete!

Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness

Manufacturer: Human Kinetics Publishers
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Awesome.......2007-07-12

Exactly what I was looking for.
Some brilliant drills in here.
I was hoping for more speed ladder stuff, but the amount of different stuff in here is great.

It's nicely organized with some good text.

A few descriptions were not so great.

Definitely recommended.

Great Drills.......2007-04-09

This book is packed with so many drills, you'll be able to do different combinations each time as you work on your speed and agility.

excellent.......2007-03-09

brilliant book. packed with more drills than youd be able to do so each training session can be as different as you want. good dvd to show you how to do the drills aswell. youd feel quicker just lookin at the book

An Excellent Training Tool! A Very Good Value!.......2007-01-08

This book and companion DVD are fabulous training tools for any sport requiring speed, quickness and agility. The materials are well organized and very illustrative, allowing you to customize a program for your individual needs. I've read other books like this and have been left wondering sometimes what to do, but these materials are clear and easy to utilize. Whether you're an athlete or a coach, this small investment will pay big dividends.

Great reference for any athlete!.......2006-04-08

As a graduate student in the field and a competetive division 1 NCAA volleyball player, I found this book to be a great reference for improving my speed, agility and quickness. The pictures, explanations and DVD made it easy to incorperate proper form into each drill.
I would feel comfortable referring this book to anyone who wants to improve their game regardless of their sport or level of experience.
This is a great book, one that I will keep in my library forever.

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Santana Shaman
Carlos Santana
Manufacturer: Alfred Publishing Company
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This book features complete, note-for-note guitar tab transcriptions of all the great songs from Santana's smash hit CD, "Shaman," featuring the hit single "The Game of Love" with Michelle Branch.

This is Santana's hugely successful follow up to "Supernatural" giving Santana one of the largest Billboard chart spans in the history of popular music--well over 30 years! Songs include: Adouma, Nothing at All, the Game of Love, You Are My Kind, Amore (Sexo), Foo Foo, Victory Is Won, Since Supernatural, America, Sideways, Why Don't You & I, Feels Like Fire, Aye Aye Aye, Hoy Es Adios, One of These Days, and Novus

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Disappointed in the shipped product. .......2005-12-06

We love the music on the CD and wanted the guitar book for my son to play, but there were ten pages missing from the book.

Santana- All That I Am (Guitar Tab Edition)

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Santana- All That I Am (Guitar Tab Edition)

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Alfred is pleased to present the album-matching folio for Santana's CD All That I Am . The latest release from Santana, featuring legendary guitarist Carlos Santana, All That I Am reached the No. 2 spot on Billboard's Top 200 Chart in 2005 and has produced the hit singles "I'm Feeling You" (featuring Michelle Branch and The Wreckers) and "Just Feel Better" (featuring Steven Tyler). This edition provides complete note-for-note guitar TAB transciptions, inlcuding all of Carlos Santana's stunning guitar work on every song. Titles are: Hermes * Fuego * I'm Feeling You * My Man * Just Feel Better * I Am Somebody * Con * Twisted * Trinity * Cry Baby Cry * Brown Skin Girl * I Don't Wanna Lose Your Love * Da Tu Amor.

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