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The Eclectic Guitar

Adam Perlmutter, Emma Harner

A guitar magazine writer and editor in conversation with musicians and luthiers, with note-for-note transcriptions.

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  • Adam Perlmutter

    Editorial Director at Stringletter Media, publisher of Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, and Strings magazines. 25+ years in music publishing. Professional transcriber, arranger, and engraver.

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