Learn ‘Spanish Rag,’ a Spirited Instrumental
Of his solo guitar composition, Diego Garcia says, “It’s simple Spanish cadences meet Merle Travis.”
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How to Play Thirds Up and Down Your Acoustic Guitar Fretboard
Lines based on thirds present great material for picking- and fretting-hand exercises, and also provide a solid foundation for melodic ideas and solos.
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Album Review: Joe Robinson’s ‘Undertones’ is Dense with Brilliant Moments
The original songs on Undertones are pleasant enough, but Robinson’s guitar playing is what really does the talking, to borrow his phrase
Campfire Songs: Learn ‘Streets of Laredo’ With Four Cowboy Chords
Learn to play 'The Streets of Laredo' (aka “Cowboy’s Lament”), in the key of C major, using four cowboy chords: C (I), G (V), F (IV), and D (II).
Woodshed: Learn a Jazz-Meets-Punk Version of ‘When Johnny Comes Marching Home’
This arrangement is in the guitar-friendly key of E minor and includes a steady eighth-note bass line that nods to the Clash version.
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Guitar Talk: Martin Simpson Continues to Draw Inspiration From Instruments of All Kinds
Having lived and performed in the United States for 15 years, British guitarist Martin Simpson’s playing is a well-steeped blend of American blues, old-time music, and traditional English folk material. Simpson is currently at the very height of his powers,…
Gear Review: Zero Glide Nut System
A properly set up guitar with a zero fret can have excellent intonation and buttery action.
Beyond Strumming | Acoustic Guitar Champions
Learn to create dynamic accompaniment parts in any setting.
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Guitar Talk with John Leventhal: Manhattan Address, Southern Sound
Like many Baby Boomers, guitarist, songwriter, and record producer John Leventhal reflects the musical influences he heard growing up. The Beatles, Doc Watson, Chet Atkins, Howlin’ Wolf, Curtis Mayfield, Clarence White, and many others color his playing and musical sensibilities.…
Next-Gen Fingerstyle: Five Young Stars Share Their Secrets
A new crop of players continues to push fingerstyle guitar toward the future while celebrating the sounds of the past.