Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast with Adam Rafferty

Summary Episode 26: A native of Italy, D'Agostino has made his considerable international mark as a musical artist on the guitar since he arrived in America 37 years ago. In 2017 Guitar Player listed him as one of the 50 transcendent superheroes of the acoustic guitar. The CD, “Every Step of The Way,” was awarded by Acoustic Guitar's People's Choice Awards with a Bronze medal for Best Acoustic Album of All Time. His signature Seagull acoustic guitar has been voted among the ten best signature guitars by Guitar Player magazine. To date, Peppino has recorded 19 CD's, performed in over thirty-seven countries at international festivals and concert halls. He has shared the stage with such greats as Leo Kottke, Sergio Assad, Larry Carlton, Eric Johnson, Tommy Emmanuel, Martin Taylor, Roland Dyens, David Tanenbaum, and many more. https://vimeo.com/790739398 (Timestamps are for audio version of the podcast.) 00:25 Introducing Peppino D'Agostino 1:49 Greetings! 2:35 Peppino's early influences 3:53 How he listened to Santana, John McLoughlin, John Renbourn, Leo Kottke & more... 4:51 Peppino's unconventional musical education - learning without formal lessons 5:42 How orchestras and bands drive his musical inspiration 12:18 Peppino talks about his classical guitar approach to steel string guitar 18:43 An adventure into recording a jazz rock / acoustic fusion album 20:22 Learn about Adam & Peppino's "Sicily Guitar Retreat" September 11-15, 2023 (more info available at musicworldretreats.com) 27:14 Peppino's 5 unexpected favorite albums of all time... 31:28 What is Peppinoi practicing currently 34:45 Peppino's final advice for guitarists Peppino's Links Peppino's Website Peppino's Guitar Workshops and Music World Retreats Youtube Facebook Instagram Twitter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn8V07VZLE4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RESPkp0IlcY Never Miss an Episode - Subscribe NOW!

Summary Episode 25: Jon Gomm is a singer songwriter considered to be one of the world's true virtuoso guitarists possessing a unique style most elite musicians consider revolutionary. Jon was born and continues to live in the North of England. His songs are driven by his use of one acoustic guitar to create drum sounds, basslines and twisting melodies all at the same time with no external effects. The emphasis remains on his soulful vocals and songwriting with his original material influenced by everything from Robert Johnson to Radiohead. His live shows combine deeply personal performances allied with a natural wit, with a once seen, never forgotten two-handed guitar style, both physical and complex, producing sounds people can barely believe are coming from a humble acoustic guitar. https://vimeo.com/678255603 (Timestamps are for audio version of the podcast.) 00:25 Introducing Jon Gomm 04:07 Jon recalls the gig with Adam 05:18 Graceland by Paul Simon - one of Jon's earliest music inspirations 07:00 The Jeff Beck Influence 07:25 John describes his early frustration with electric 19:09 Jon talks about playing covers 20:51 Jon talks about the current pop music paradigm & asks should one compose? 25:34 Musical Segment: Jon plays his own composition "Passionflower" 32:20 Jon talks about his approach with unconventional tunings, techniques and percussion 33:34 His excitement with novel techniques - slide, flamenco percussion 34:13 Jon talks about the "Bukka White" style 34:57 Jon talks about playing electric guitar in bands at 13 35:29 Jon discovers Laurence Juber and Michael 41:31 Jon talks about gigging as a working country, metal and jazz player 43:34 How Jon is currently connecting with music emotionally 46:24 His new album which he describes as "quite emotionally intense" 52:59 Jon talks about doing music arrangements 1:02:46 Jon's best advice for every guitar player! 1:08:24 Jon's "last words" for the interview 1:08:45 Ending credits & podcast contact info Jon's Links Jon's Website Jon's Youtube Jon's Facebook Jon's Instagram Jon's Twitter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nY7GnAq6Znw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcmecyoZgjo Never Miss an Episode - Subscribe NOW!

Summary Episode 24: Thomas Fellow is a musician with an almost inexhaustible supply of innovative energy. He is a first-rate acoustic guitarist, a stunning virtuoso, and is considered one of the best musical collaborators in the guitar world. His name is associated with the development of the pioneering education program called the "Acoustic Guitar (concert music, world music, jazz, and pop)" at the “University of Music Dresden” (Germany). He's the artistic director of the "European Guitar Award" and he is also known for authoring the comprehensive book entitled the "FELLOW GUITAR BOOK" - which focuses on the role of the guitar as an accompanying instrument. https://vimeo.com/790840166 35 years after his first full-length concert (at the age of 17) he has performed over 3000 concerts in more than 30 countries. Thomas' Links: Thomas' Website https://www.thomasfellow.de/ Youtube Facebook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlQJXk6mKN4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMuNQPN5sn0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPSZRGNSAro

Summary Episode 23: Muriel Anderson is one of the more multi-dimensional guitarists on the scene today. She plays primarily nylon string but also plays a 20-string harp guitar in her concerts, frequently accompanied by a backdrop of visuals by photo-artist Bryan Allen. Her current program includes a virtual re-enactment of the solar eclipse, with music and images from around the world. She is host of the renowned Muriel Anderson's ALL STAR GUITAR NIGHT and is the first woman to have won the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship and has performed/recorded with Chet Atkins, Les Paul, and Victor Wooten among others. She is currently working on a music and cookbook project, and is dedicating this year to working more on behalf of the charity she founded, The Music for Life Alliance, to support music education for kids. Show Highlights 01:35 Welcome Muriel!02:21 Muriel talks about her new project - A cookbook with music to go with each recipe04:32 Early Inspirations - Doc Watson, Muriel's Family and moving to Nashville11:45 More Influences. Paul Winter, Pat Metheny and studying classical music18:00 Muriel's Charity facility the "Music for Life Alliance"21:50 Muriel Anderson's All Star Guitar Night26:02 Music - Muriel plays her composition "A Bakers Dozen"28:51 CD Projects - "Eclipse" and "Nightlight/Daylight"32:40 The Harp Guitar and travelling with it36:38 Muriel and Adam geek out about various types of guitars40:35 Online Teaching - truefire.com and picking techniques49:28 Murial talks about her future ideas - traveling to europe51:55 A Muriel Anderson Live Concert experience - Visual Concepts53:30 Muriel Shows the Visual Effekt on her physical CD "Nightlight/Daylight"54:19 Ending credits & podcast contact info57:09 Music - Muriel plays her composition "Nightlights" Muriel's LInks: Website: https://murielanderson.com/Muriel on YoutubeMuriel on FacebookMuriel on Twitter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1Hb-yYzaQc Muriel Anderson plays "A Bakers Dozen" Never Miss an Episode - Subscribe NOW!

Summary, Episode 22: For twenty years, Billy McLaughlin astounded audiences around the world with his complex and rhythmic music. At the height of his international recording and touring career, Billy was diagnosed with Focal Dystonia, a mysterious and yet-to-be-cured neuromuscular disorder that rendered him unable to play his own music. Despite every effort to combat […] The post FGH 0022: Interview with Billy McLaughlin – His Historic Comeback appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 21: Richard started playing the guitar at age 5 and has never looked back. Focusing early on with the fingerstyle guitar of Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed, he began transcribing classical music, Jazz, the gypsy style of Django Reinhardt, bluegrass, ragtime and the blues to Sousa marches. Richard is a seasoned performer with […] The post FGH-0021: Interview with English Fingerstyle Guitarist Richard Smith appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 20: Don Alder plays acoustic fingerstyle guitar with a passion that has quickly earned him a reputation as Vancouver’s “best kept little secret”. Don is a world-class fingerstyle guitarist with a “wow factor” that has let to multiple endorsement deals with major manufacturers and a collaboration with Greenfield guitars to produce a signature […] The post FGH-0020: Interview with Don Alder – National Fingerstyle Guitar Champion & Vocalist appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 19: In 1988, Don became the first Canadian to win the U.S. National Fingerpick Guitar Championship. He won again in 1996, still the only two-time winner of the competition. Don has toured regularly since 1989, across Canada, the USA, a dozen European countries, Japan, Taiwan, China, Australia, Russia and India. He has played […] The post FGH-0019: Interview with Don Ross – National Fingerstyle Guitar Champion & Composer appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 19: In 1988, Don became the first Canadian to win the U.S. National Fingerpick Guitar Championship. He won again in 1996, still the only two-time winner of the competition. Don has toured regularly since 1989, across Canada, the USA, a dozen European countries, Japan, Taiwan, China, Australia, Russia and India. He has played […] The post FGH-0019: Interview with Don Ross – National Fingerstyle Guitar Champion & Composer appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 18: Jim Nichols has an unusual approach to the guitar – he uses a thumb pick and fingers to play everything from Chet Atkins style to modern jazz. He served as master instructor for the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Workshops, Stanford Jazz Workshops and held clinics on both jazz and Atkins style for the […] The post FGH-0018: Interview with Jazz and Country Master Guitarist Jim Nichols appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 18: Jim Nichols has an unusual approach to the guitar – he uses a thumb pick and fingers to play everything from Chet Atkins style to modern jazz. He served as master instructor for the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Workshops, Stanford Jazz Workshops and held clinics on both jazz and Atkins style for the […] The post FGH-0018: Interview with Jazz and Country Master Guitarist Jim Nichols appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 17: Over the past 25 years, Michael Fix has released fifteen albums, together with several DVD’s, songbooks, singles and EPs, tours internationally each year, and has established himself as one of Australia’s finest guitarists and composers, writing evocative music for television, film and documentaries. He’s won numerous awards for his music, and is […] The post FGH-0017: Interview with Michael Fix – Australian Guitar Virtuoso appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 17: Over the past 25 years, Michael Fix has released fifteen albums, together with several DVD’s, songbooks, singles and EPs, tours internationally each year, and has established himself as one of Australia’s finest guitarists and composers, writing evocative music for television, film and documentaries. He’s won numerous awards for his music, and is […] The post FGH-0017: Interview with Michael Fix – Australian Guitar Virtuoso appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 16: Andrea Valeri is defined as the “Prince of the Acoustic guitar” and is now a veteran of many of the biggest stages around the globe. He’s toured from Australia to New Zealand, from Russia to Canada, from Europe to the African continent. At eighteen Andrea was awarded the title of “Italian musical […] The post FGH-0016: Interview with Andrea Valeri, “The Prince of The Acoustic Guitar” appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 16: Andrea Valeri is defined as the “Prince of the Acoustic guitar” and is now a veteran of many of the biggest stages around the globe. He’s toured from Australia to New Zealand, from Russia to Canada, from Europe to the African continent. At eighteen Andrea was awarded the title of “Italian musical […] The post FGH-0016: Interview with Andrea Valeri, “The Prince of The Acoustic Guitar” appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 15: Stephan Bormann is a guitarist with extreme openness and versatility. With a strong foundation in jazz, he adds creative fun and unique sounds to the music that he plays and helps shape projects with his individual style. His love of the music of America, Scandinavia, Africa and Brazil make him a world […] The post FGH-0015: Interview with Stephan Bormann, Creative and Versatile World Traveler of Guitar appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 15: Stephan Bormann is a guitarist with extreme openness and versatility. With a strong foundation in jazz, he adds creative fun and unique sounds to the music that he plays and helps shape projects with his individual style. His love of the music of America, Scandinavia, Africa and Brazil make him a world […] The post FGH-0015: Interview with Stephan Bormann, Creative and Versatile World Traveler of Guitar appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 14: Petteri Sariola (1984) is a fingerstyle virtuoso and a singer/songwriter from Helsinki, Finland. He’s known for his fierce live performances, beautiful songwriting and percussive approach on the acoustic guitar. Sariola has been awarded with Nokia Young Talent scholarship, Honorary Prize in the Helsinki Funk Awards and been on the cover “Frets” (USA) […] The post FGH-0014: Interview with Petteri Sariola, Virtuoso Percussive Guitarist & Singer Songwriter appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 14: Petteri Sariola (1984) is a fingerstyle virtuoso and a singer/songwriter from Helsinki, Finland. He’s known for his fierce live performances, beautiful songwriting and percussive approach on the acoustic guitar. Sariola has been awarded with Nokia Young Talent scholarship, Honorary Prize in the Helsinki Funk Awards and been on the cover “Frets” (USA) […] The post FGH-0014: Interview with Petteri Sariola, Virtuoso Percussive Guitarist & Singer Songwriter appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 13: His roots lie in Gypsy Swing music, the style pioneered in the 1930s by the legendary jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Joscho Stephan has not merely absorbed this music, but also interprets it on the highest level and is actively engaged in extending its boundaries. He has toured Australia with top guitarists Martin […] The post FGH-0013: Interview with Joscho Stephan – Gypsy Jazz Guitar Virtuoso appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 13: His roots lie in Gypsy Swing music, the style pioneered in the 1930s by the legendary jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Joscho Stephan has not merely absorbed this music, but also interprets it on the highest level and is actively engaged in extending its boundaries. He has toured Australia with top guitarists Martin […] The post FGH-0013: Interview with Joscho Stephan – Gypsy Jazz Guitar Virtuoso appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 12: Steeped in the tradition of the folk guitar, but constantly refined by his classical studies, Ulli Bögershausen’s playing continues to leave audiences with the best of both worlds. His playing has been called “breathtaking in its intertwined harmonies and its unfailing timing.” His performances have been considered “as if from a fairy […] The post FGH-0012: Interview with Ulli Bögershausen – Expressive & Elegant Composer, Arranger and Guitarist appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 12: Steeped in the tradition of the folk guitar, but constantly refined by his classical studies, Ulli Bögershausen’s playing continues to leave audiences with the best of both worlds. His playing has been called “breathtaking in its intertwined harmonies and its unfailing timing.” His performances have been considered “as if from a fairy […] The post FGH-0012: Interview with Ulli Bögershausen – Expressive & Elegant Composer, Arranger and Guitarist appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 11: FGH-0011: Interview with Emil Ernebro – Country, Jazz, & Fingerstyle Guitar Powerhouse from Sweden Emil Ernebro is one of the leading fingerstyle guitar players today – offering a virtuosic blend of country, jazz and fingerstyle guitar. Show Notes: In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, we chat about his early […] The post FGH-0011: Interview with Emil Ernebro – Country, Jazz, & Fingerstyle Guitar Powerhouse from Sweden appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 11: FGH-0011: Interview with Emil Ernebro – Country, Jazz, & Fingerstyle Guitar Powerhouse from Sweden Emil Ernebro is one of the leading fingerstyle guitar players today – offering a virtuosic blend of country, jazz and fingerstyle guitar. Show Notes: In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, we chat about his early […] The post FGH-0011: Interview with Emil Ernebro – Country, Jazz, & Fingerstyle Guitar Powerhouse from Sweden appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 10: Interview with Sönke Meinen – Guitarist, Composer and Winner of the 2016 “Guitar Masters” Competition. Sönke Meinen is one of the new masters of the guitar. His technical prowess and poetic compositions leave listeners spellbound and guitarists asking “how does he do it?” Show Notes: In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar […] The post FGH-0010: Interview with Sönke Meinen – Guitarist, Composer and Winner of the 2016 “Guitar Masters” Competition appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 10: Interview with Sönke Meinen – Guitarist, Composer and Winner of the 2016 “Guitar Masters” Competition. Sönke Meinen is one of the new masters of the guitar. His technical prowess and poetic compositions leave listeners spellbound and guitarists asking “how does he do it?” Show Notes: In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar […] The post FGH-0010: Interview with Sönke Meinen – Guitarist, Composer and Winner of the 2016 “Guitar Masters” Competition appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 9: In this listener Q & A episode, my guitar student Frank asks about how to stay calm and overcome nervousness and panic while performing solo guitar on stage. I share my 15 best tips for staying calm, focused and relaxed. 1 – 7: “Practical” points. These points address preparation as opposed to […] The post FGH-0009: How can you overcome nervousness and panic when playing solo fingerstyle guitar onstage? appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 9: In this listener Q & A episode, my guitar student Frank asks about how to stay calm and overcome nervousness and panic while performing solo guitar on stage. I share my 15 best tips for staying calm, focused and relaxed. 1 – 7: “Practical” points. These points address preparation as opposed to […] The post FGH-0009: How can you overcome nervousness and panic when playing solo fingerstyle guitar onstage? appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 8: Interview with Robin Bullock – Celtic Guitar, Mandolin, Cittern and More… Hailed as a “Celtic Guitar God” by Baltimore City Paper and “one of the best folk instrumentalists in the business” by Sing Out! Magazine, Robin Bullock is one of the preeminent acoustic music masters of our time. His virtuosity on guitar, […] The post FGH-0008: Interview with Robin Bullock – Celtic Guitar, Mandolin, Cittern and More… appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 8: Interview with Robin Bullock – Celtic Guitar, Mandolin, Cittern and More… Hailed as a “Celtic Guitar God” by Baltimore City Paper and “one of the best folk instrumentalists in the business” by Sing Out! Magazine, Robin Bullock is one of the preeminent acoustic music masters of our time. His virtuosity on guitar, […] The post FGH-0008: Interview with Robin Bullock – Celtic Guitar, Mandolin, Cittern and More… appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 7: Interview with Master Guitarist Mike Dowling, Master of American Roots, Bottleneck Blues, Ragtime and More… Mike Dowling plays bottleneck blues guitar, fingerstyle, vintage swing, ragtime, and more with grace wit and dexterity. Mike digs deep into the musical bag of American roots guitar, favoring the melodic Piedmont style of acoustic blues masters […] The post FGH-0007: Interview with Guitarist Mike Dowling – American Roots, Bottleneck Blues, Ragtime and More… appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 7: Interview with Master Guitarist Mike Dowling, Master of American Roots, Bottleneck Blues, Ragtime and More… Mike Dowling plays bottleneck blues guitar, fingerstyle, vintage swing, ragtime, and more with grace wit and dexterity. Mike digs deep into the musical bag of American roots guitar, favoring the melodic Piedmont style of acoustic blues masters […] The post FGH-0007: Interview with Guitarist Mike Dowling – American Roots, Bottleneck Blues, Ragtime and More… appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 6: Interview with legendary percussive guitar innovator Preston Reed. One of the most influential and innovative guitarists of the past quarter century, Preston Reed invented integrated percussive guitar playing in the late 1980’s, revolutionising the way the acoustic guitar is played and inspiring generations of musicians around the world ever since. Employing multi-voiced […] The post FGH-0006: Interview With Legendary Percussive Guitar Innovator Preston Reed appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 6: Interview with legendary percussive guitar innovator Preston Reed. One of the most influential and innovative guitarists of the past quarter century, Preston Reed invented integrated percussive guitar playing in the late 1980’s, revolutionising the way the acoustic guitar is played and inspiring generations of musicians around the world ever since. Employing multi-voiced […] The post FGH-0006: Interview With Legendary Percussive Guitar Innovator Preston Reed appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 5: In this episdode you will hear a personal interview with guitarist and composer Bill Cooley. Bill Cooley has been called “one of Nashville’s most respected sidemen” by Guitar Player Magazine. He has toured and recorded with Kathy Mattea for over 28 years. Bill has also toured with Merle Haggard, Reba McEntire, and […] The post FGH-0005: Interview With Bill Cooley – One of Nashville’s Most Respected Sidemen and Guitarist for Kathy Mattea appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 5: In this episdode you will hear a personal interview with guitarist and composer Bill Cooley. Bill Cooley has been called “one of Nashville’s most respected sidemen” by Guitar Player Magazine. He has toured and recorded with Kathy Mattea for over 28 years. Bill has also toured with Merle Haggard, Reba McEntire, and […] The post FGH-0005: Interview With Bill Cooley – One of Nashville’s Most Respected Sidemen and Guitarist for Kathy Mattea appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 4: In this episdode you will hear a personal interview with guitarist and composer Al Petteway. Show Notes: FGH-0004: Interview With Al Petteway – Grammy & Indie Award Winning Fingerstyle Guitarist and Composer In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, Al Petteway gives his thoughts and insights on: His wide array […] The post FGH-0004: Interview With Al Petteway – Grammy & Indie Award Winning Fingerstyle Guitarist and Composer appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 4: In this episdode you will hear a personal interview with guitarist and composer Al Petteway. Show Notes: FGH-0004: Interview With Al Petteway – Grammy & Indie Award Winning Fingerstyle Guitarist and Composer In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, Al Petteway gives his thoughts and insights on: His wide array […] The post FGH-0004: Interview With Al Petteway – Grammy & Indie Award Winning Fingerstyle Guitarist and Composer appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 3: In this episdode you will hear an exclusive interview with Celtic Fingerstyle Guitar Master Tony McManus. Show Notes: In this episode Tony tells us what Celtic music is, his influences & background plus he demonstrates techniques on the guitar live for us. 4:53 Tony tells us what Celtic music is, where it’ […] The post FGH-0003: Interview With Tony McManus – Celtic Fingerstyle Guitar Master appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 3: In this episdode you will hear an exclusive interview with Celtic Fingerstyle Guitar Master Tony McManus. Show Notes: In this episode Tony tells us what Celtic music is, his influences & background plus he demonstrates techniques on the guitar live for us. 4:53 Tony tells us what Celtic music is, where it’ […] The post FGH-0003: Interview With Tony McManus – Celtic Fingerstyle Guitar Master appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 2: In this episode we have student Q & A. Ben from Virginia asks… “How do you maintain a repertoire of several fingerstyle guitar pieces and also learn new tunes, arrangements and concepts?” I have 8 points that I mention in this episode, so here is a quick review. Show Notes: 8 points […] The post FGH-0002: How do you remember old fingerstyle guitar pieces and also learn new ones? appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary, Episode 2: In this episode we have student Q & A. Ben from Virginia asks… “How do you maintain a repertoire of several fingerstyle guitar pieces and also learn new tunes, arrangements and concepts?” I have 8 points that I mention in this episode, so here is a quick review. Show Notes: 8 points […] The post FGH-0002: How do you remember old fingerstyle guitar pieces and also learn new ones? appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary Episode 1: Welcome to the new Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, Episode 1. In this very first episode we have student Q & A. Gary from New Zealand asks… “How will practicing triplet based rhythms like 6/8 make my straight 4/4 time better for fingerstyle guitar?” One of the most important aspects of guitar playing […] The post FGH-0001: How will practicing 6/8 make my straight 4/4 time better? appeared first on Adam Rafferty.

Summary Episode 1: Welcome to the new Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, Episode 1. In this very first episode we have student Q & A. Gary from New Zealand asks… “How will practicing triplet based rhythms like 6/8 make my straight 4/4 time better for fingerstyle guitar?” One of the most important aspects of guitar playing […] The post FGH-0001: How will practicing 6/8 make my straight 4/4 time better? appeared first on Adam Rafferty.