Guitarist Taylor Roberts reflects on being named “Jacksonville’s Best Musician of 2023” – just don’t call him a ‘jazz’ guitarist… Above photo Taylor Roberts – photo...
Once again guitarist Fareed Haque tells us what’s on his mind – this time most common complaints he hears from older musicians. One of the most...
Again Jazz Guitar Today welcomes guitarist Fareed Haque to tell us what’s on his mind. I want to start today’s article by saying something that may...
Jazz Guitar Today welcomes guitarist Fareed Haque to make a case for music…or anything else he would like to say. JGT’s Bob Bakert: When I asked...
Jazz guitarists Victor and Henry Acker provide their perspectives on a topic that unfortunately gets asked sometimes. My father and I received a phone call recently...
Guitarist Taylor Roberts shares his experience of going from a solid regular gig to the uncertainties of freelance work. Photo credit (above): Lilly Scheetz I went...
Frank Zappa has been quoted as saying, “Jazz isn’t dead, it just smells funny.” Well, in my opinion, that can NOT be said for the blues....
JGT Exclusive Video: Guitarist and educator Sean McGowan shares ten albums that influenced his approach to solo guitar. Watch the video above or listen to the...
JGT Exclusive: Guitarist and educator Sean McGowan shares ten albums that influenced his approach to solo guitar. Jazz Guitar Today will feature Sean McGowan on our...
Counting is not something you do as a beginner and then forget about when you turn pro . . . it’s something pros do all the time! When I...
In this guest editorial, guitarist Bob Tarkington shares his story of going back to school in his sixties to learn jazz guitar. Bob Tarkington: After many...
Jazz guitarist Greg Chako provides advice for not only being a better player, but a better person too. With regard to being a jazz musician, the...
Guitarist Greg Chako explains why musicians are drawn to practice, play, and perform music. I believe that each of us have a strong desire within us...
Jazz guitarist and educator Greg Chako shares some valuable real-world tips for ALL musicians. Getting good on your instrument is, to a large extent, a solitary...
Jazz Guitar Today asks Jonathan Kreisberg what role does your pedalboard play in your music/self-expression? JK: When I’m in the midst of touring/recording, I tend to...