Guitar Techniques - September 2024

In this issue

GET YOUR MOJO WORKING!
60 Years Of Blues Licks
Jon Bishop looks at six decades of a music that proved so influential in the 20th century and beyond. The top players from each decade are covered, so grab your axe and let’s get going.

THE CROSSROADS
The Steely Dan ‘Mu’ Chord
John Wheatcroft explains how it’s formed, how it sounds, and how and where to use this jazzy sounding chord loved by Fagen and Becker.

THE CROSSROADS Steely Dan's Mu Chord

This month John Wheatcroft shows us how Donald Fagen and Walter Becker dressed their harmony to the 'nines, as he explores their trademark chord voicings.

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FERDINANDO CARULLI Andantino In G (Opus 241)

This month Declan Zapala goes back to basics to explore core classical technique with this emotive miniature by the pioneer of classical guitar playing.

2 mins

T-BONE WALKER

From the heart of Texas to the cool West Coast, join David Gerrish on the journey of this hugely influential electric blues guitar innovator.

2 mins

10CC

This month Martin Cooper checks out Eric Stewart and Lol Crème, whose distinctive styles helped give this UK band its unique sound.

2 mins

JEFF HANNEMAN

This month Charlie Griffiths Shows No Mercy as he lays down the gauntlett with five shred licks from Slayer's undisputed master of attitude.

2 mins

STEVE LUKATHER

This month Andy G Jones looks at the fluent soloing style of the LA guitarist who co-founded Toto in 1977 then ruled the 80s session scene.

2 mins

THE KINKS' RAY DAVIES

This month Stuart Ryan takes a virtual trip into to North London to get to grips with the acoustic style of the original Muswell Hillbilly.

2 mins

MARTIN MILLER

Another fabulous JTC guitarist demonstrates his impressive techniques for us, focusing on an approach called Rythmically Dependent Alternate Picking.

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Guitar Techniques Magazine Description:

Guitar Techniques is a monthly guitar magazine published in the United Kingdom by Future Publishing. It was first published in 1984 and is currently one of the most popular guitar magazines in the world.

The magazine covers all aspects of guitar playing, from beginner lessons to advanced techniques. It also features interviews with guitarists, reviews of new gear, and transcriptions of classic solos.

Guitar Techniques is a popular read for many guitarists, and is known for its high-quality content and informative articles. It has helped many guitarists improve their playing skills.

Here are some of the things you can expect from Guitar Techniques magazine:

* Beginner lessons
* Intermediate and advanced lessons
* Interviews with guitarists
* Reviews of new gear
* Transcriptions of classic solos
* Technique articles

If you're looking for a magazine that will help you learn new techniques and stay up-to-date on the latest gear, then Guitar Techniques is a good choice. Subscribe today and start improving your playing!