Top 10 Octave Pedals for Acoustic Guitar Modern fingerstyle guitarists often use octave pedals to add depth – typically by generating a bass line or shimmering octave-up layer – while preserving the acoustic guitar’s natural tone. Below are ten top octave pedals (analog and digital) that excel in tracking quality and musicality for acoustic players, with what makes
Podcast EP11: Alex Misko on Pushing Guitar Boundaries, Creative Collaboration, and Finding Balance Fingerstyle guitar prodigy Alex Misko talks about his innovative approach to acoustic guitar, from his custom "Frankenstein guitar" to creative percussion techniques. Alex shares insights on musical expression, collaborative projects, mental health, and the future of music in the age of AI.
Resources Fingerstyle Guitar: Lessons From The Pros on Finding Your Voice Discover how pro fingerstyle guitarists develop their signature sound. Learn practical steps to move beyond technical imitation and find your own voice on the instrument, going beyond skilled playing into artistic expression.
Podcast EP10: Jon Gomm on Songwriting, Musical Storytelling, and Writing Your Own Rules Fingerstyle guitar virtuoso Jon Gomm discusses his creative process, from songwriting to guitar techniques. We cover everything from tunings to handling critics, PLUS a masterclass breakdown of his arranging method for "Deep Sea Fishes."
Podcast EP 9: Trevor Gordon Hall on Structured Spontaneity, Collaboration, & AI's Creative Role Join us for a chat with Trevor Gordon Hall, a guitarist and composer, as we talk fingerstyle guitar, collabs, mental health, creativity, AI & more.
Podcast EP 8: Chris Parks on The Barry Harris Method and Rethinking Jazz Guitar Jazz guitarist Chris Parks discusses his musical journey, focusing on the Barry Harris method and its influence on his playing. He shares practice tips, explores learning fundamentals, and emphasizes community learning through platforms like Open Studio while developing individual style.
Resources Music Transcription: A Complete Guide for Musicians (2025) Discover the essential art of music transcription in this comprehensive guide. Learn why writing down what you hear is a game-changer for musicians, with expert tips on developing your ear, improving your musicianship, and mastering transcription techniques for any genre.
Podcast EP 7: Jocelyn Gould on Starting Late, Jazz Fundamentals, and Crafting Your Sound Juno award-winning jazz guitarist Jocelyn Gould explores her journey into jazz guitar, the importance of transcription, and the role of live experience in jazz. Jocelyn shares insights on jazz theory, right-hand techniques, and her approach to gear and tone.
Podcast EP 6: Maneli Jamal on Songwriting, Guitar Journaling, Practice Tips, and AI Fingerstyle virtuoso Maneli Jamal joins Jesse Paliotto to share his musical journey, insights on practice routines, songwriting, improvisation, and his Fingerstyle Pro course. They explore digital collaboration, AI's role in music, and Maneli's upcoming projects.
