Stuart Ryan

Stuart Ryan

Stuart Ryan is best known for his acoustic guitar playing, from Celtic fingerpicking and traditional folk to modern percussive phrasing and fresh interpretations of popular pieces. He has released several solo albums, written pieces for UK examination boards and created nine tutorial books ranging from acoustic guitar arrangements to Americana styles.

Latest articles by Stuart Ryan

Chris Stapleton

Improve your fingerpicking with this lesson in Chris Stapleton’s intricate acoustic style

By Stuart Ryan published

Following a spellbinding national anthem performance at the Super Bowl – and the release of his stunning signature Epiphone Frontier – we look at a Stapleton-inspired fingerpicking exercise with a few surprises thrown in

Lessons
Brad Paisley

Exploring Brad Paisley’s awe-inspiring acoustic country playing

By Stuart Ryan published

Let's dive headlong into the acoustic style of a Nashville superstar who’s better known for ripping out scary electric licks. Spoilers: he's just as spectacular unplugged

Musical Tips & Advice
John Martyn

Master the guitar style of 8 folk-rock legends, from John Martyn to Jimmy Page

By Stuart Ryan published

This lesson takes a deep dive into the '60s and '70s music that blurred the line between the acoustic and electric and spoke to a rich British folk heritage

Lessons
Chet Atkins

How to master Chet Atkins’ fingerpicking technique and take your acoustic playing to the next level

By Stuart Ryan published

Atkins was one of Nashville’s most successful producers, session guitarists, and a veritable picking legend whose influence can still be heard in countless player's styles

Musical Tips & Advice
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