Guitar Techniques

FUNK RHYTHM GUITAR PART 3

Brought to you by…

This month I’ll be delving into the much maligned (and perhaps misunderstood) genre of disco funk and three of its most iconic players. The style developed during the thriving nightclub scene of the US in the late 70s, and is perhaps best represented by the infamous Studio 54 in Manhattan. Unlike earlier funk, this music was much more heavily produced, and costly too, with the addition of lush string sections and more complex arrangements. One of the most influential funk guitar players known for this style is Nile Rodgers. Best known for his work with Chic

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Guitar Techniques

Guitar Techniques2 min read
SUBSTITUTE Jazz Voicings
EVEN THE MOST ‘ROCK AND ROLL’AMONG US have probably marvelled on occasion when hearing the harmonic possibilities coaxed out of a guitar by the likes of Joe Pass, Barney Kessel, Wes Montgomery and Tal Farlow. While this feature doesn’t claim to be th
Guitar Techniques3 min read
7th Chords
The fretboard can be a complicated terrain to navigate. Many notes can be played at the same pitch in multiple positions, and the third and second strings are tuned a Major 3rd apart, whereas the rest are tuned to the interval of a 4th. With this in
Guitar Techniques5 min read
Roman Bulakhov
GT: What is it about guitar instrumentals that appeals to you? RB: Guitar for me is the same thing as a vocal for the singers - the ability to tell the story, to express feelings and emotions through the music. I don’t feel guitar music as only instr

Related