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Popular Lessons
Essential Tips: How to Prepare and Bring Your Best to Every Performance
Whether you’re a freelancing sideperson, a member of a touring band, or a bandleader, the basic responsibilities are the same. Here are some ways to make that next gig a
Sean McGowan | How I Play | Improvising with CAGED
Learn how to use shapes you already know as a practical tool for soloing.
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.
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.
Song of the Month: “Honolulu March”
“Honolulu March,” recorded by guitarists Pale K. Lua and David K. Kaili around 1914–15, reflects the early steel-guitar style that captivated mainland audiences during the first Hawaiian-music craze. Lua was one of the early
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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
Review: Madison Cunningham’s ‘Ace’ Fuses Nylon-String Nuance and Electric Bite
This new 14-song release traces both emotional and sonic extremes.
Carrying the Flame—Guitarist Larry Del Casale Celebrates the Legacy of Carlos Barbosa-Lima
In this interview, Del Casale reflects on a life shaped by the enduring influence of his longtime friend and collaborator.
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.
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