Bob Wagner on Listening More, Playing Less, and Making His Debut Album

After years as one of Vermont's most in-demand sidemen, Bob Wagner shares the story behind I've Been Down, lessons from touring with Mike Gordon, recording in Nashville with world-class musicians, and why listening—not practicing harder—has become the key to his playing.

Miles Okazaki on Random Practice, Monk's Hidden Lessons, and Building a Personal Musical Language

Jazz guitarist and composer Miles Okazaki shares the practice concepts that shaped his playing, why he wishes he'd started using a mirror sooner, what guitarists often miss in Thelonious Monk's music, and how creative constraints fuel his compositions.

F minor Jam Track, News and Notes

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Dominyka Mauliūtė on Creativity, Philosophy, and Finding Her Own Voice

Lithuanian guitarist Dominyka Mauliūtė discusses creativity, individuality, and blending jazz with cinematic textures and philosophy—while building a deeply personal artistic voice shaped by emotional honesty and intuition.

Inside Will Brahm’s Approach to Melody, Harmony, and Modern Jazz Guitar

Will Brahm shares insights on practice routines, closed-position playing, improvising over complex harmony, and creating expansive textures in a trio setting. He also discusses his current gear, composing process, and upcoming album.

Harrison Whitford on Alternate Tunings, Improvisation, and Letting Songs Lead the Way

Harrison Whitford talks about his evolving approach to guitar, the creative freedom of alternate tunings, and the lessons he’s learned from playing with Phoebe Bridgers.

Drop 3 Chord Voicings, Harrison Whitford, New Gibson ES-335 models

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Nick Granville on Practice, Improvisation, and Finding Your Own Musical Voice

Nick Granville shares a focused, experience-driven approach to guitar, emphasizing strong rhythm, improvisation, and developing a personal practice strategy. He also reflects on teaching, gear, and how his YouTube channel has become a meaningful way to reach and help other guitarists.

Nick Granville Interview, News & Notes

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Thor Jensen on Right-Hand Control, Django Reinhardt, and Navigating Changes with Simplicity

From sunrise practice sessions and Segovia scales to Django-inspired technique and solo guitar exploration, Thor Jensen breaks down the ideas shaping his playing today. He also explains how blues, triads, and voice leading guide his improvisation across jazz, country, and beyond.

Fender Vintera III, Epiphone Futura Series, RIP Yuichiro Yokouchi

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Jack Handyside: Exploring Melody, Harmony, and Counterpoint

Jack Handyside emphasizes a purposeful approach to practice, staying curious and focused on what truly inspires him. He also shares how collecting musical “seeds” and exploring counterpoint has expanded his creativity, improvisation, and understanding of harmony.