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Mastering Two-Handed Percussive Techniques

By Mike Dawes Published

Learn how to emulate the sounds of a kick drum, snare drum and everything in between on an acoustic guitar.

Techniques
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Tommy Emmanuel's "One Christmas Night"

By Acoustic Nation Published

The Certified Guitar Player delivers a gorgeous, spot-on rendition of "One Christmas Night."

Music Releases
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How to Combine Melody, Chords and Percussive Sounds

By Mike Dawes Published

Learn how to develop a melody and harmonic framework coupled with fingerstyle ideas and percussive elements.

Chords
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Roy Clark Mesmerizes on 'The Odd Couple'

By Damian Fanelli Published

A legendary appearance on a classic TV sitcom.

Artists
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Bonnie Raitt Lays Down an Acoustic Blues — Video Finds

By Laura B. Whitmore Published

Bonnie Raitt dishes it out in this fierce performance.

Guitarists
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Learn the "Malagueña" Spanish Triplets

By Guitar World Staff Published

Learn the "Spanish" triplet technique used in classical guitar mainstays like "Malagueña."

Lessons
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How to Develop a Simple Melodic Idea

By Mike Dawes Published

Learn how to put the melody first when writing a piece.

Lessons
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SongTown: Five Tips to Get Out of a Writing Rut and Spark New Ideas

By Clay Mills Published

We all get ‘em. Those moments when inspiration doesn’t seem to come around. What do you do?

Musical Tips & Advice
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Tips for Choosing the Perfect Guitar Gig Bag

By Larry Sandberg Published

What to look for if you're planning on investing in a gig bag.

Accessories
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Country-Funk—What Hank Williams and James Brown have in Common

By Keith Wyatt Published

A lesson in the two-beat “boom-chick” style of rhythm playing.

Artists
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