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Jan. 15—The first time I heard Jeff Beck play guitar, I didn't even know his name — but my ears were instantly attuned to his unique style. I didn't hear much — only a repeated riff to open the song, ...

Teachers and/or influences? The classical upbringing clearly served as a strong foundation for me musically; however, despite being a classically trained violinist since childhood, my real influences ...

Jazz guitar has always been a dynamic art form, adapting to new styles while staying rooted in tradition. From the early swing and bebop pioneers to today’s fusion innovators, guitarists have expanded ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Guitar music is a ubiquitous feature of popular music, ...