Video Lesson: Inside the Soulful Acoustic Guitar Style of Bill Withers
An immersion in Bill Withers’ music brings powerful lessons for any guitar-playing songwriter, especially about the value of directness. This lesson goes inside some of Withers’ best songs—especially from his first few albums, when his own guitar was most prominent—to reveal the understated accompaniment style that carries them.
Please note: This complete lesson, including tab and notation for all musical examples, is available to Patrons of Acoustic Guitar. It is also part of Play Guitar Like the Great Singer-Songwriters, which can be purchased as a book or digital edition.
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