Making Music Magazine is like a reader's digest for all types of musicians, full of how-to's, gear reviews, and inspiring features.

Syracuse, New York
Joined November 2008
J. Avery Head, a bagpiper for over five decades, was introduced to the instrument when he started the 10th grade. Read more here: makingmusicmag.com/a-bit-abo…
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Joe Rathburn was born in Michigan where, at 17, he quit his job as a busboy at a pancake house and went full time as a musician. Learn more about his journey and his music here: makingmusicmag.com/fingedrst…
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International solo and ensemble artist Sandra Wong has toured nationally and internationally as a violinist and nyckelharpist. Read about her and check out our interview with her here: makingmusicmag.com/sandra-wo…
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Meet 19 year old alternative / pop singer songwriter from New York, Cait Devin. Guitar is a key part of Cait‘s artistry. Read more and watch the stunning interview here: makingmusicmag.com/cait-devi…
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Two guitar players from different worlds. One is the product of a classical guitar background; and the other is from the folkish-Chet Atkins-ish, jazz-ish world. Check out their interview here: makingmusicmag.com/harmoniou…
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Michael Head’s love for music and guitar began at a young age. Learn all about it here: makingmusicmag.com/mind-over…
What's the worst part of changing strings on your guitar? The painstaking task of unwinding the pegs... buuut! The Ernie Ball Pegwinder Plus features a ball bearing design for fast string changes. Check it out! makingmusicmag.com/ernie-bal…
The PRS Special Semi-Hollow offers players a versatile hum/ “single”/hum configuration with two PRS 58/15 LT humbuckers and a PRS Narrowfield middle pickup. Check this baby out! makingmusicmag.com/prs-speci…
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With two brand new releases, Simeon Flick steps boldly into the new reality we all know as life right now. Check out his article and interview here: makingmusicmag.com/simeon-fl…
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The EHX 15Watt Howitzer guitar amp/preamp is an ultra-compact workhorse that works as part of a portable guitar rig or as an emergency backup and gig saver should your main amp break down. - Check out more about it here: makingmusicmag.com/ehx-15wat…
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Charlotte Adams approaches guitar and learning guitar from a place of not only practical skills and techniques, but also from a place of spirit. Check out Chuck's interview and article all with Charlotte Adams! makingmusicmag.com/charlotte…
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Larry Mitchell exemplifies the success that can be achieved when one chooses to follow his passion. The gifted Grammy Award winning performer, producer, and engineer continues to amaze. Read more about him here: makingmusicmag.com/guitar-an…
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Larry Mitchell exemplifies the success that can be achieved when one chooses to follow his passion. The gifted Grammy Award winning performer, producer, and engineer continues to amaze. Read more about him here: makingmusicmag.com/guitar-an…
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Gretsch as a new electromatic lap steel guitar! Check it out here: makingmusicmag.com/gretsch-e…
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Our own Chuck Schiele sat down with Jason Mraz to talk about the amazing projects he has going on right now! Check it out here: makingmusicmag.com/good-deed…
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If you’re looking for a compact acoustic guitar with a big voice and a stunning visual appeal to match, check out Taylor Guitars’ GS Mini-e Koa Plus. makingmusicmag.com/travel-ac…
From Ohio to California to Colorado and all over again, Peter Sprague found a live for guitar and a religion of surfing. Check out Peter sitting down with our own Chuck Schiele right here: makingmusicmag.com/peter-spr…
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Happy guitar month!! Own your own tone! Here's a guide to electric guitar tone! makingmusicmag.com/own-your-…
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The world-renowned Young People’s Chorus of New York City (YPC) has announced a new commissioning program, Just Songs, showcasing original music created by YPC alumni! We talk to Francisco Núñez about it all here: makingmusicmag.com/new-commi…
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Spawning from San Diego’s premier venue Java Joe’s with the likes of Jewel and Jason Mraz, Christopher Dale mixes his many influences together to form one uniquely catchy artist. Read his article and watch his interview here: makingmusicmag.com/christoph…