Adam Perlmutter | Acoustic Guitar

Adam Perlmutter holds a bachelor of music degree from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro and a master's degree in Contemporary Improvisation from the New England Conservatory. He is the editor of Acoustic Guitar and a longtime contributor to other Stringletter Media publications, including Strings, Ukulele, and Classical Guitar.

Favorite Guitar Album: In the solo steel-string realm, World's Fair by Julian Lage

Favorite Song to Play on Guitar: Any piece my children are learning on their respective instruments, cello and trumpet, when I help them practice.

Favorite Guitar: Collings AT 16

Articles by Adam Perlmutter

Big Fun, Low Price: Small-Bodied Acoustic Guitars Under $600

By Adam Perlmutter It once was that when you bought a budget guitar you tended to get what you paid for: an instrument with suboptimal playability and inton... Read More...

‘Little Satchel’— Learn Sarah Jarosz and John Leventhal’s Take on a Traditional Tune

From the November/December 2020 issue of Acoustic Guitar | By Adam Perlmutter On “Little Satchel,” the most traditional number on Sarah Jarosz’s brilliant n... Read More...

Gear Review: Caseadillo Case Covers Offer Added Protection for High-End Guitars

By Adam Perlmutter When he was returning home from the 2018 Summer NAMM show, the Michigan-based luthier Sam Guidry had an unfortunate accident with the gui... Read More...

Learn a Country-Tinged Acoustic Guitar Arrangement of “Deck the Halls”

Perfect for beginners, this arrangement uses just a few common chords and a boom-chuck pattern for an energetic and festive feel.

Stuck in a Rut With Your Guitar? Try These Practice Techniques

By Adam Perlmutter It’s not uncommon for even the most accomplished guitarists to hit walls when practicing—whether caused by difficulties in learning to pl... Read More...

Acoustic Classic: Learn Big Bill Broonzy’s “Baby, Please Don’t Go”

By Adam Perlmutter This article originally appeared in the November 2014 issue of Acoustic Guitar magazine and was reprinted in the September... Read More...

Perfect Your Practice: Sharpen Your Time-Keeping Skills on Guitar

By Adam Perlmutter Developing a solid sense of time is essential for all musicians—and that’s especially true for those who play with others. There are many... Read More...

Perfect Your Practice: 3 Approaches to Warming Up on Guitar

By Adam Perlmutter When starting a practice session, it can be tempting to jump right into the latest song that you’ve been working on. But just as it would... Read More...

How Do Guitarists Practice?

By Adam Perlmutter Practicing is one of the most important things you can do as a guitarist, whether you’re an absolute beginner or seasoned professional. Y... Read More...

Stay Loose and Avoid Injury by Developing a Guitar Warm-Up Routine

Like it or not, playing the guitar is an athletic endeavor. Just like any sport or exercise, it can take a bit of playing time before you reach your “zone.” Incorporate these exercises into the beginning of your daily practice routine, and you’ll stay loose and maintain a better shot at staying injury free.