In this issue

JEFF BECK
Ten things we can take
John Wheatcroft pays tribute to this absolute guitar legend with 10 aspects of his style that we can borrow and bring into our own playing. Plus there are three full mini pieces to play.

THE CROSSROADS
Six hot picking trailblazers
John Bishop reveals six country innovators who had more than a dash of jazz in their licks, and who influenced the later Nashville pickers..

ANA POPOVIĆ

A minute's all it takes to discover what makes a great guitarist tick. Before she jumped into her limo for the airport, we grabbed a quick chat with Serbian blues singer and guitarist Ana Popovic.

5 mins

STEVE HILLAGE

Guitar instrumentals have supplied some of music’s most evocative moments. Jason Sidwell asks top players for their take on this iconic movement. This month he meets Gong's highly innovative guitarist turned solo artist.

6 mins

JEFF BECK: 10 TRADEMARK TECHNIQUES AND THREE FULL SOLOS

This month John Wheatcroft pays tribute to Jeff Beck, perhaps the ultimate guitarist's guitarist, who tragically died in January this year of bacterial meningitis.

2 mins

VIDEO MASTERCLASS: Daniele Gottardo

In this exclusive video lesson, virtuoso Daniele Gottardo performs on Jason Sidwell's track, The Parade and explains his approaches. Jon Bishop is your guide.

6 mins

SIX COUNTRY Pickin' Trailblazers!

In this special feature Jon Bishop looks at six guitarists that defined hot country guitar. If you want to improve your picking then read on, it could be just the ticket!

2 mins

FERNANDO SOR Etude No.20, Op.29

Declan Zapala explores a charming and vibrant etude by one of the founding fathers of modern classical guitar technique. It's the perfect warm-up for any recital.

2 mins

TED NUGENT

This month Martin Cooper checks out the style of a Chicago-raised hard rock guitarist who defies convention by playing a Gibson archtop guitar!

2 mins

IMPROVE YOUR SWEEP PICKING

In the latest instalment of his series on technique improvement, Simon Barnard showcases the slippery and impressive sound of sweep picking.

2 mins

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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!