Acoustics

From the Spring 2026 Issue of Acoustic Guitar magazine With this issue, Acoustic Guitar settles into its new quarterly rhythm. At a time when publishing—and so much else—feels unsettled, the change has prompted us to look closely at what belongs in each issue and how deeply we want to explore it. A quarterly pace also feels closer […]

Developing a healthy and positive mindset will go a long way toward helping your musical success.

A student of Reverend Gary Davis, Book Binder spent decades sharing the blues with audiences everywhere from concert halls to small clubs.

Hammond spent more than half a century carrying forward the country-blues tradition in his commanding solo performances.

Hull’s rich tone and attention to detail in the chord voicings and picking patterns are evident throughout this heartfelt and beautifully crafted song.

On his first album in seven years, the folk fixture delivers a set of spare, thoughtful songs grounded in voice and guitar.

Whether you fingerpick or flatpick, dropped-D tuning adds depth and texture, and can anchor a melody with a strong, pulsing bass.

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Playing the supportive role as a musician calls for heightened awareness, deep listening, patience, and an open mind.

Music drawn from theater, film, and folklore becomes a vehicle for close ensemble playing and thoughtful arrangement.

This transcription of the Carole King classic comes from the original studio recording—played in G but sounding in A, thanks to a capo at the second fret.

Walking through NAMM for hours, what stood out just as much as the guitars themselves were the players, many of them young and clearly invested in the instrument.

The Canadian-born folksinger’s nimble guitar work and captivating vocals are on full display in this stripped-down session.

Mastering a short classical arrangement can be a refreshing break from the routine—and a good way to build some new skills.

Learn how to use shapes you already know as a practical tool for soloing.

Learn to play 23 solo guitar arrangements of beloved standards and overlooked gems

New releases from November, December, and January offer harmony, dissonance, and truth.

Except in the extreme cases of vintage 7.25-inch electrics, or dead-flat classicals, the differences between most common radii are usually fairly subtle.