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Popular Lessons
Build Flatpicking Skills Using Classical Guitar Repertoire with Matteo Carcassi’s Etude No. 1
Mastering a short classical arrangement can be a refreshing break from the routine—and a good way to build some new skills.
Play Sierra Hull’s Lyrical New Ballad “Spitfire”
Hull’s rich tone and attention to detail in the chord voicings and picking patterns are evident throughout this heartfelt and beautifully crafted song.
Strum and Sing the Legendary American Train Song “Wabash Cannonball”
Channel the romance of steel wheels and distant whistles with this easy-to-play version of one of America’s most enduring train songs.
Unlock a Powerful New Voice with Dropped-D Tuning
Whether you fingerpick or flatpick, dropped-D tuning adds depth and texture, and can anchor a melody with a strong, pulsing bass.
How to Play James Taylor’s Iconic “You’ve Got a Friend”
This transcription of the Carole King classic comes from the original studio recording—played in G but sounding in A, thanks to a capo at the second fret.
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Latest Gear Reviews & Stories
Ask the Expert: Fretboard Radius—What It Is, How It Works, and Who Should Care
Except in the extreme cases of vintage 7.25-inch electrics, or dead-flat classicals, the differences between most common radii are usually fairly subtle.
Great Acoustics—The Collings Custom ‘Austin City Limits’ C10
Built with salvaged stage wood and Texas tonewoods, this one-of-a-kind commemorative guitar has a built-in history.
Mamie Minch | My Workbench | The Lifespan of Frets
Mamie Minch walks through the different stages of fret wear and explains why seemingly small details matter so much when it comes to sound and playability.
The Sounds of 2025: Guitars and Gear that Carried the Acoustic Tradition Forward
2025 was as much about old ideas made new as it was about new ones pointing toward the acoustic guitar’s future. Here we look back at a cross section of
Review: The Taylor Gold Label 814e Koa SB Explores New Tonal Territory Without Losing Brand Identity
From the first chord, the 814e Koa SB had the refined playability Taylor is known for, paired with a warmer, fuller voice.
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Acoustic Artists
Jazz-Folk with Prawit Siriwat & Daniel Durst | Acoustic Guitar Sessions
While improv and exploration are key to the duo’s performance, restraint and simplicity have equal weight.
Remembering the Rambling Ragtime Guitar Troubadour Roy Book Binder, 1943–2026
A student of Reverend Gary Davis, Book Binder spent decades sharing the blues with audiences everywhere from concert halls to small clubs.
Remembering John Hammond, Solo Blues Guitar Stalwart, 1942-2026
Hammond spent more than half a century carrying forward the country-blues tradition in his commanding solo performances.
Review: John Gorka Returns with ‘unentitled’
On his first album in seven years, the folk fixture delivers a set of spare, thoughtful songs grounded in voice and guitar.
Review: Volterra Project Trio Explores Drama and Dialogue on ‘Parole in Musica’
Music drawn from theater, film, and folklore becomes a vehicle for close ensemble playing and thoughtful arrangement.
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