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Here's what you'll get:
In this masterclass, Guthrie Trapp delivers an engaging and educational session on guitar playing techniques, focusing on blues and fingerpicking styles. Filmed in East Nashville, Tennessee, Guthrie begins by showcasing a Dano caster guitar, sharing its backstory and how it came to be in his possession. He humorously recounts tales of past guitars and the unique "pizza stain" on his current guitar's case. Guthrie emphasizes the importance of engaging with the guitar beyond just technical skills, hinting at an approach that combines mechanics with musicality.
Throughout the video, Guthrie delves into the intricacies of guitar playing, highlighting the significance of the Cage system for mastering the fretboard. He explains various chord shapes, arpeggios, and scales, demonstrating how these elements interconnect to create a rich musical tapestry. Guthrie stresses the importance of understanding and hearing the music you want to play, suggesting that the ability to internalize music is crucial for growth as a guitarist. He also touches upon his personal journey and how his upbringing in a musically rich environment shaped his approach to guitar playing.
Guthrie's masterclass is not just about playing the guitar but also about the lifestyle and mindset that accompany being a musician. He shares anecdotes from his life, offering insights into the broader world of music beyond just guitar techniques. Towards the end, Guthrie encourages feedback and interaction, expressing a desire for a more collaborative and conversational teaching format in the future. This masterclass serves as a comprehensive guide for guitarists looking to deepen their understanding of the instrument and find their unique voice in the vast world of music.
These are the people out there doing it each and every night, at the very highest level. To say Guthrie Trapp is one of the best guitarists alive doesn’t even begin to set the stage. A true, old school, take it or leave it head cutter, Guthrie is no BS.
Guthrie is going to cut through all the fluff and show you the stuff that really works in the music world - the stuff that he uses day in and day out on the heaviest gigs - with the heaviest players - in the world.