When it comes to bluegrass, achieving the perfect guitar tone is crucial. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting, mastering the distinct sound of bluegrass guitar can set you apart. This blog will explore essential techniques and tips to help you achieve that coveted bluegrass tone, drawing inspiration from the legends of the genre and expert guidance from world-class instructors.

This morning, we published nine brand new online guitar lessons to Jared James Nichols’ blues rock guitar course at ArtistWorks.

String bending is a pivotal technique in lead guitar playing, instrumental in infusing solos with a dynamic, expressive, and vocal-like quality. A guitarist can smoothly transition between pitches by bending a string, creating a sound reminiscent of the human voice. This technique allows for subtle nuances in pitch, which can convey a wide range of emotions, from soulful melancholy to ecstatic joy. 

On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 1:30 pm PT / 4:30 pm ET, ArtistWorks will host a free virtual live-streamed event featuring Nashville guitar master and our newest ArtistWorks instructor, Dave Isaacs.