Arthur Rotfeld
A multi-genre guitarist, Arthur Rotfeld maintains an active teaching, writing, and performing schedule. You can find out more and contact him at rotfeld.com.
ARTICLES
All Roads Lead to Les
January 16, 2021
Pioneering player and technical innovator Les Paul is a pivotal figure in music history for a lot more than his namesake Gibson. Here’s a look at a few of his most well-known licks.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Standard Slide
December 5, 2020
Just because you want to slide, doesn’t mean you need to retune.
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John Coltrane’s Undeniable Improvisations
November 14, 2020
Guitarists can learn a lot by dissecting the art of articulation.
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Sitar Rock: A Guide to Big Bends and South Asian Riffs
April 13, 2019
Insert haunting psychedelia into your music by taking inspiration from sitar masters.
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Metheny Madness
March 9, 2019
Discover how one of the most influential jazz guitarists of all time combines speedy pattern-based licks, horn-style bebop lines, and trademark rhythmic ideas to create a unique sound.
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Mark Knopfler’s Fingerstyle Finesse
June 23, 2018
Who needs a pick? Explore the right-hand magic of one of the most influential guitarists from across the pond.
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Digging Deeper: Jazz Piano Chords for Guitar
April 28, 2018
Take inspiration from Herbie, Chick, McCoy, and more by copping a few finger-stretching voicings.
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The Tao of Jeff Beck
March 17, 2018
Here's a crash course in how one of the most eclectic and influential guitarists of all time developed a unique vocabulary through speedy rockabilly licks, fuzzed-out melodies, and an otherworldly use of the vibrato bar.
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Sax Appeal: A Guide for Guitarists
August 19, 2017
Renowned jazz saxophonists like John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, and Sonny Rollins used subtle techniques to create swinging lines. Here’s a look at how to emulate those sounds using slides, bends, and tapping.
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The Live Side of Jimmy Page
June 24, 2017
Led Zeppelin’s onstage interplay and improvisation are the stuff of legend. Here we delve into Page-inspired licks from the band’s iconic early-’70s live albums.
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Digging Deeper: The Rolling Stones’ 'Sticky Fingers'
June 10, 2017
This 1971 masterpiece combined soul, folk, and straight-up rock into a musical mix that has influenced generations. Let’s dive into some of its seminal sounds and techniques.
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How to Use a Capo
February 11, 2017
Capos can help you play parts in tricky keys, be a tool for crafting lush layered sections, or just give you a way to avoid tough barre chords. Here are some tips for putting your capo to use.
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The Many Sides of John Mayer
August 27, 2016
An in-depth look at a modern guitar master’s take on rock, blues, and soul.
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Digging Deeper: Bill Frisell
April 30, 2016
Improvised music can take many forms. From weird downtown punk-influenced riffs to unimaginably beautiful solo pieces, Bill Frisell has put his stamp on nearly every musical genre.
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