Podcast appearances and mentions of adam rafferty

credits I WONDER AS I WANDER Lyrics: John Jacob Niles Arrangement: Future of Forestry   IN THE BLEAK MIDWINTER Lyrics: Christina Rossetti Arrangement: The Lower Lights   GLORIA PATRI Lyrics + Arrangement: City Hymns   REAL LOVE Lyrics + Arrangement: Tom Odell   AWAY IN A MANGER Lyrics: Charles H. Gabriel     ON STAGE Xan DuBose (vocals) Benjamin Tanner (vocals) Sean Thomson (guitar) Jessica Rafferty (violin) Adam Rafferty (cello) Charles Weathers (lots of speaking) Mary Nickel (speaking) Dawn Hyde (speaking)   SERMON AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND AS A PODCAST THROUGH ITUNES AND PODBEAN.   ALL SCRIPTURE QUOTED FROM THE NEW REVISED STANDARD VERSION OF THE BIBLE ©1989 BY THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF CHRIST.   MUSIC COVERED UNDER THE LICENSE CCS#11209.

Is this one of the best or worst books for learning to play acoustic fingerstyle guitar? You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books. The Inner Game of Fingerstyle Guitar by Adam Rafferty is an inspirational collection of practical advice on becoming not only a better fingerstyle guitarist, but a better musician and human being in general.  This is NOT a method book with specific instructions and playing examples.  It reads more like a non-fiction novel that you would read in your most comfy chair.  The text is easy to read and flows well from topic to topic.  Every section will provide you with ideas to improve your playing, organize your practice time, conquer your stage fright, connect with your audience, etc.  I'd recommend this book for all skill levels, but especially for beginner and intermediate fingerstyle guitar players. If you are looking for ways to motivate yourself or to get yourself over a musical plateau, this book would be a great investment of time and money.  It is a great supplement to other instructional books, video lessons, and in-person lessons.  Spend 5 or 10 minutes reading prior to your practice session, waiting at the doctor's office, or while traveling. The book is organized into three parts: “Your Soul,” “Your Craft,” and “Your Listeners.”  Part One: “Your Soul” contains lots of ideas that you might find in a general self-improvement book.  Most of the advice is not specific only to becoming a better guitar player.  Adam recommends playing music that really speaks to you, focusing on your strengths, and setting goals with specific plans to achieve them.  Some of this may be a little “heady” for some readers with ideas of “musical truth” and allowing your subconscious mind to guide you towards achieving your goals.  Even if that's not your cup of tea, stick it out (you will likely find something useful) and you will be rewarded later in the book. In Part Two: “Your Craft,” Adam discusses how to actually improve as a musician.  He goes over the stages of artistic development, the ten areas of musical study (concepts like “what to play” and “how to play”), how to practice effectively, and how to get out of a rut.  This section of the book gives a great overview of what is actually involved in mastering your musical craft. In Part Three: “Your Listeners,” Adam shares some of what makes him so great as a musician and performer.  He provides practical advice on finding gigs, dealing with stage fright, and satisfying your audiences.  I love what he has to say about performing music that is both inspiring to you and entertaining for your audience. If you like what Adam has to say in this book, you should absolutely check out his recordings, his successful YouTube channel, his podcast (Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout with Adam Rafferty), and his online courses.  He is incredibly talented at not only playing the guitar, but at arranging popular tunes for fingerstyle guitar.  I personally learned so much from him through his courses and through an interview that I did with him around 5 years ago on Fret Buzz the Podcast. No guitar required while reading this book! Published in 2020 by Crescent Ridge Publishing, LLC. My eBook: Arranging for Fingerstyle Guitar: go to http://joemcmurray.com/checkout/ to purchase a pdf of my eBook.  Learning to arrange melodies will also help your fingerstyle songwriting and your understanding of the inner workings of fingerstyle guitar. My music is available on all streaming platforms at https://open.spotify.com/artist/5dcokTG6C598OhTslHH5uo?si=hrQb7FViSZewDRSgECw9Ew: Pins on the Map: my third fingerstyle guitar album was released on January 19, 2024. Watch the first single, "Open Road," on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/uPBh8sZQsT4?si=EM_wAwnHFqU1VC9C. Riding the Wave and Acoustic Oasis: my first two fingerstyle guitar albums.

HEAVENLY DAY Lyrics + Arrangement: Patty Griffin   OH TO BE LOVED Lyrics: Thad Cockrell Arrangement: Page CXVI   GLORIA PATRI Lyrics + Arrangement: City Hymns   HIGHER LOVE Lyrics: Steve Winwood & Will Jennings   COME THOU FOUNT OF EVERY BLESSING Lyrics: Robert Robinson Arrangement: Sufjan Stevens   ON STAGE Sean Thomson (strings) Jennifer Griffitt (vocals) Dave Holder (vocals, upright bass) Adam Rafferty (cello) Dawn Hyde (lots of speaking) Charles Weathers (speaking)     SERMON AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND AS A PODCAST THROUGH ITUNES AND PODBEAN.   ALL SCRIPTURE QUOTED FROM THE NEW REVISED STANDARD VERSION OF THE BIBLE ©1989 BY THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF CHRIST.   MUSIC COVERED UNDER THE LICENSE CCS#11209

SONG IN MY HEAD Lyrics + Arrangement: Madison Cunningham   FOR THE BEAUTY OF THE EARTH Lyrics: Folliott S Peirpoint Melody: Conrad Kocher   GLORIA PATRI Lyrics + Arrangement: City Hymns   CLOSER TO FINE Arrangement: Brandi + Catherine Carlile Lyrics: Indigo Girls   HE LEADETH ME Lyrics: Joseph Henry Gilmore Arrangement: Sara Watkins   ON STAGE Sean Thomson (strings) Xan DuBose (vocals) Lindsay Blair Simmons (vocals) Adam Rafferty (cello) Dave Holder (bass) Charles Weathers (speaking) Dawn Hyde (lots speaking)   SERMON AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND AS A PODCAST THROUGH ITUNES AND PODBEAN.   ALL SCRIPTURE QUOTED FROM THE NEW REVISED STANDARD VERSION OF THE BIBLE ©1989 BY THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF CHRIST.   MUSIC COVERED UNDER THE LICENSE CCS#11209

WOULDN'T COME BACK Lyrics + Arrangement: Trousdale   BE THOU MY VISION Lyrics + Arrangement: Traditional   GLORIA PATRI Lyrics + Arrangement: City Hymns   CARRY ME Lyrics + Arrangement: The Secret Sisters   GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS Lyrics + Arrangement: Traditional     ON STAGE Sean Thomson (strings) Lindsay Blair Simmons (vocals) Xan DuBose (vocals) Jen Griffitt (vocals) Jessica Rafferty (violin) Adam Rafferty (cello) David Sloan (percussion) Dawn Hyde (lots of speaking) Charles Weathers (speaking)   SERMON AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND AS A PODCAST THROUGH ITUNES AND PODBEAN.   ALL SCRIPTURE QUOTED FROM THE NEW REVISED STANDARD VERSION OF THE BIBLE © 1989 BY THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF CHRIST.   MUSIC COVERED UNDER THE LICENSE CCS#11209.

ALL THE POOR AND POWERLESS Lyrics: Leslie Jordan, Arr: All Sons & Daughters   I NEED THEE EVERY HOUR Lyrics + Arrangement: Traditional   GLORIA PATRI Lyrics + Arrangement: City Hymns   SHINE Lyrics + Arrangement: Birdy   FOR THE BEAUTY OF THE EARTH Lyrics + Arrangement: Folliott Sandford Pierpoint   ON STAGE Sean Thomson (strings) Xan DuBose (singing) Reggie Sullivan (bass + singing) Jessica Rafferty (violin) Adam Rafferty (cello) David Sloan (cajon) Charles Weathers (speaking) Dawn Hyde (lots of speaking)   SERMON AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND AS A PODCAST THROUGH ITUNES AND PODBEAN.   ALL SCRIPTURE QUOTED FROM THE NEW REVISED STANDARD VERSION OF THE BIBLE ©1989 BY THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF CHRIST.   MUSIC COVERED UNDER THE LICENSE CCS#11209.

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.

Это пилотный выпуск подкаста про фингерстайл, про акустические гитары, про музыку. Меня зовут Максим Ярушкин, я автор ютуб-канала GoFingerstyle. Сегодня общаемся с Пашей Лычагиным – это гитарист и организатор концертов, сейчас он живёт в Швеции. Паша привозил в Россию таких фингерстайл-гитаристов, как Adam Rafferty, Petteri Sariola, Gareth Pearson, Shane Hennessy. В том числе и об этом мы побеседуем. Надеюсь, вам понравится! И приятного прослушивания!

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.

1984. Le premier album acheté avec mes sous et plein d’autres découvertes dont les talentueux Adam Rafferty et Matt Andersen. L’article Boom Chick Hour – EP04: Premier album acheté avec mon argent… est apparu en premier sur RadioH2O.

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.

Adam Rafferty is a jazz guitarist-turned fingerstyle guitarist who has found huge success through YouTube, as an online guitar-coach, and as a touring performer. Check out his awesome fingerstyle arrangements of tunes by Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, as well as jazz standards. Joe McMurray and Aaron Sefchick have the opportunity to talk with Adam about his journey, his internet success, his method of arranging for fingerstyle guitar, his gear, and his experiences with copyright law. In part 2 of 2, Adam tells the guys about his Maton and Cole Clark guitars, his AER amp, and the rest of his gear. Aaron and Joe are very interested in how Adam deals with copyright law as it applies to his YouTube videos of cover songs as well as his teaching business. He is incredibly open and informative! Adam recounts his musical journey from his childhood and teenage years, to his classical training in college, his formation of a hip hop group, and his jazz studies with Mike Longo (pianist for Dizzy Gillespi). Finally, Adam talks about life as a touring musician and how he practices and stays comfortable and confident on the road. Find out more about Adam Rafferty at: https://www.studywithadam.com/ or https://www.adamrafferty.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/adamraffertyguitar/. He also hosts the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout podcast. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_-Theg14gom9gcgkmFk7g Website: http://www.fretbuzzthepodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fretbuzzpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fret_buzz_podcast/ http://www.joemcmurray.com

Adam Rafferty is a jazz guitarist-turned fingerstyle guitarist who has found huge success through YouTube, as an online guitar-coach, and as a touring performer. Check out his awesome fingerstyle arrangements of tunes by Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, as well as jazz standards. Joe McMurray and Aaron Sefchick have the opportunity to talk with Adam about his journey, his internet success, his method of arranging for fingerstyle guitar, his gear, and his experiences with copyright law. In part 1 of 2, Adam tells the guys about his career as a jazz guitarist and teacher in NYC and why he now spends the majority of his time touring throughout Europe with guys like Michael Fix, Don Ross, and Petteri Sariola. Then he talks about the early days of YouTube, how he tries to stand out in an oversaturated online video market, his stint working as a computer programmer, and his Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout podcast. The next topic is how Adam arranges for fingerstyle guitar: capturing the bass and melody lines and making sure it grooves. He also has a thorough knowledge of Bach 4-part harmony and utilizes it in his arrangements. Find out more about Adam Rafferty at: https://www.studywithadam.com/ or https://www.adamrafferty.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/adamraffertyguitar/. He also hosts the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout podcast. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_-Theg14gom9gcgkmFk7g Website: http://www.fretbuzzthepodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fretbuzzpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fret_buzz_podcast/ http://www.joemcmurray.com

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.

You ever sleep so well, the next morning you want to record a mix? It happens. Since late September of 2018, I've been spinning at this upscale Cigar Lounge in Columbus, Ohio and for the longest, I've wanted to spin my version of Lounge Music. So, here's an example of how I get down on Fridays and Saturdays... I hope you enjoy the vibes, and come see me sometime at The Royale Cigar Lounge. Peace. (1)"Wilderness" ~ Renee Dion; (2)"Just Love" ~ Erik Rico & Marc Mac; (3)"Yellow Daisies"(Nicola Conte Rework) ~ Fertile Ground; (4)"Betray My Heart" (Dino Soccio Edit) ~ D'Angelo; (5)"I Wasn't Kidding" ~ Angie Stone; (6)"Mastered The Art" (Nicola Conte Jet Sounds Remix) ~ Greyboy; (7)"Lovery" (Slow Cuban Vibe) ~ Kiko Navarro & Tuccillo ft. Amor; (8)"Tambores Te Llaman" ~ Osunlade ft Carlos Mena; (9)"Sending My Love" (Ian Wallace Remix) ~ Zhane; (10)"Rock With You" (Afro Brazilian Remix) ~ Michael Jackson ft Adam Rafferty; (11)"Found Love" (Shrine dj Vocal Mix) ~ Blaze; (12)"Breaking" ~ Tonic HD; (13)"Vibrations" (Devine Signature) ~ Children of Zeus

Joe and Aaron bring in guitarist and vocalist, Dustin Furlow, to discuss all things fingerstyle guitar. The guys talk about influential fingerstyle guitarists including Tommy Emmanuel, Stephen Bennett (harp guitar), Andy McKee, Tony McManus, Garreth Pearson, Don Ross, Mike Dawes, Adam Rafferty, Adrian Legg, Alexander Misko, and Matt Thomas. They look into approaches to choosing the right keys for solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements, as well as alternate tunings such as DADGAD and open D tuning. The guys dive seriously into the details of nail maintenance and acrylic gel nails for fingerpicking. Dustin, with his wealth of experience playing and performing with high end acoustic guitars, explains the benefits and downsides of many types of guitars, especially as they relate to fingerstyle guitar playing. They look at the differences in sound and playability of Martin, Taylor, Gibson, Larrivee, and Beneteau guitars, as well as choosing the right pickups and pre-amps to get the best live amplified sound. dustinfurlow.com for more information

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.

Aquí tenéis mi primer Podcast. En un primer momento se iba a llamar About Steel and Nylon, pero he decidido enfocarlo al público de habla hispana y ahora somos "Acero & Nylon". Está en inglés, pero, por eso podrás encontrar la transcripción completa de la entrevista en mi blog junto a los enlaces mencionados. http://www.tanausuluis.com/blog

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.

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Trench Tested podcast. You can download resources [HERE][1]. Special thanks to [Adam Rafferty][2] for the awesome new theme song! I am grateful for your support. [2]: http://www.adamrafferty.com/ [1]: /s/Growth-Mindset-for-Web-nbh8.pdf

Adam Rafferty is a masterful musician and educator. His solo acoustic guitar performances of songs like Superstition and Billie Jean have earned him millions of views and admirers. He is often found touring the world with his guitar. Also find him here: http://www.adamrafferty.com/ and study with him here: http://www.studywithadam.com/ Other things/people discussed in this episode: http://www.daniloperez.com/ http://www.mikelongojazz.com/ goal setting exercise that Adam mentions: http://aaron.com/2013/08/13/the-best-goal-achievement-strategy/

Adam Rafferty is a masterful musician and educator. His solo acoustic guitar performances of songs like Superstition and Billie Jean have earned him millions of views and admirers. He is often found touring the world with his guitar. Also find him here: http://www.adamrafferty.com/ and study with him here: http://www.studywithadam.com/

AaA Fans, do we have an awesome show for you this week! The guys start off with a short recap of a Johnny Chill gig this past weekend, which is followed by a question (completely non-related) on why some musicians just can't seem to enjoy a show when they go see their favorite artists. Then all the way from Austria, through the magic of Skype, the guys talk to "Funky" Fingerstyle master guitarist Adam Rafferty. Adam takes us through his amazing musical career and as a added bonus we get to hear a couple of cuts from his famous YouTube videos. Be sure to check this one out because it will surely not disappoint. Thanks for listening and telling a friend... Enjoy and Onward!!!

I'm back! Sorry for the delay! Five new artists reward my patient listeners with a dazzling display of variety to be heard. Jennifer Lindsay, Michael Samson, Marcus Volk, Adrian Carr and Adam Rafferty are onboard!