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August 2007, No. 176

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For more than 40 years, Bert Jansch has been at the forefront of steel-string virtuosity. As a founding member of Pentangle, Jansch combined traditional folk with modern jazz, and he continues to draw new audiences with his latest album, Black Swan. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his influences, the importance of the song, and several of his most identifiable guitar arrangements. With exclusive audio examples played by Bert Jansch. By Teja Gerken.
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Equipment Picks: The guitars and gear of Bert Jansch.

As the songwriter and front man for the Decemberists, Colin Meloy writes dark, literate pop gems that draw on folk traditions, prog-rock, and '80s indie rock. From Japanese folk tales to murder ballads, Meloy weaves mesmerizing and eclectic stories that sound modern yet remain fully grounded in the narrative tradition. By Scott Nygaard.

Equipment Picks: The guitars and gear of Colin Meloy of the Decemberists.

Founded 30 years ago, Santa Cruz Guitar Company has been a pioneer of modern American lutherie. Fusing tradition and innovation, the company has grown to be a leading manufacturer of custom instruments. Acoustic Guitar talks with cofounder Richard Hoover about his company's past, present, and future. Includes extended slideshow of our Santa Cruz shop visit.. By Teja Gerken.
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Melissa. . Words and music to the Allman Brothers' "Melissa." By Andrew DuBrock.

A Private Lesson With Steve Gillette. The renowned guitarist and songwriter talks about the influence of Clarence White, his father's stride piano, and his own banjo playing on his hybrid style of flatpicking. With audio examples. By Orville Johnson.
Equipment Picks: The guitars and gear of Steve Gillette.

Larrivée PV-09 Review. Contemporary design features and outstanding electronics come together in a beautiful parlor guitar that doesn't sacrifice tone or playability. With audio examples. By Sean Coleman.
Breedlove Passport OM FS Review. Striking a nice balance between backpack portability and tone, Breedlove creates a small-bodied guitar that satisfies. By Scott Nygaard.
L.R.Baggs Core 1 Acoustic Amplifier Review. Acoustic pickup specialists enter the amplifier fray with a compact, stylish combo packing clear, accurate tones and plenty of power. By Doug Young.
In the Stores. . Hohner Eclipse ECA600; Elixir Anti-Rust strings; Amistar Brown Sugar resonator guitar; and more.

Songcraft
Player Spotlight: Howard Shore. When asked to compose the soundtrack to Martin Scorcese's Oscar-winning The Departed, Howard Shore knew that acoustic guitars could supply the tension needed to make the score live up to the story's tragic arc. By Ron Forbes-Roberts.
Equipment Picks: The guitars and gear of Sharon Isbin, Marc Ribot, Larry Saltzman, and G.E. Smith

Learn Multiple Instruments. Playing a second instrument, such as bass, banjo, or mandolin, is not only a great way to put your guitar knowledge to good use; it can also help you get better at the guitar. By David Hodge.

Pick Up Speed. Are your hands slowing you down? Use this lesson to identify your strengths and correct your weaknesses, and you’ll set new limits in no time. With music to "New River Train." With audio examples. By Scott Nygaard.

Microphone Primer. A basic guide to understanding different microphone types and what applications they’re best for. By Mitch Gallagher.

Extraordinary Times. Guitarist J.D. Henke traveled overseas to participate in Breedlove Guitars' Extraordinary Experience in Bend, Oregon. In addition to ordering two new instruments for himself, he was able to deliver a special gift to one of his favorite fingerstyle guitarists. By Scott Nygaard.

Bill Morrissey, Come Running. By Steve Boisson.

Richard Leo Johnson, The Legend of Vernon McAlister. By Andy Volk.

Romero Lubambo, Softly. By Ron Forbes-Roberts.

Christopher Parkening and Jubilant Sykes, Jubilation. By Mark Small.

Mark Casstevens, Acoustic Inventions. By David Hamburger.

Stephan Crump, Rosetta. By Julia Crowe.

Six Ways to Expand Your Rhythm. Have your rhythm playing and composing grown stale? Instill new life into your chord progressions with these six surefire ways to spice up your rhythm playing. With audio examples. By Andrew DuBrock.

Country Boy Rock 'n' Roll. An arrangement of Don Reno and Red Smiley's 1956 bluegrass gem. By Eric Thompson.

Santa Cruz No. 10,000. The art–nouveau themed Santa Cruz guitar bearing serial number 10,000 is a collaboration between Santa Cruz, inlay artist Larry Robinson, and painter Michael Coy. By Teja Gerken.

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