Welcome back to the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week we sit down with electric jazz guitar instructor Dave Stryker along with fellow player, the President/CEO of Benedetto Guitars, Howard Paul. The duo chat with ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler on the topic of “Things Lessons Can’t Fix” — what are the common roadblocks that get in the way of learning to play an instrument?

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While learning from a master musician can cure or prevent the majority of bad habits, there are other factors related to playing an instrument that lessons cannot fix. Have you experienced your progress stall, despite regular practice? In this episode we take a closer look at the issues that might be at the root of this problem. 

On the ArtistWorks Music Series, Butler speaks with master musicians across all genres as they dive deep into topics like becoming a musician, playing at the professional level, and the journey of learning music. Over the coming weeks, we'll be spotlighting many artists and discussing all sorts of instruments and topics:

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