Podcast EP12: Can Guitar Amps Be Furniture? Mike Nopper Says Yes. Mike Nopper shares how Sonoforma blends high-end furniture design with guitar gear, creating beautiful amp cabinets for the modern home.
Top 10 Octave Pedals for Acoustic Guitar (2025) 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."
Learn Guitar Top 10 Easy Bluegrass Guitar Songs For Beginners (2025) Learn 10 easy bluegrass guitar songs perfect for beginners. With chords, video lessons, and practice tips, you'll be jamming in no time. Start building your rhythm chops and explore the classics of bluegrass guitar!
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.
