Celtic music is characterized by its beautiful (almost hypnotic) melodies. Guitarist Anton Emery masterfully communicates this mystic sense of melody with just two hands and six strings. Based in Oregon, Anton performs at various sessions in Portland’s Celtic music scene. We’re pleased that he’s brought us three beautiful tracks to share with you from his new album Noone Lasses: Cloonagroe Reel, Inion Ni Scannlain and O’Carolan’s Receipt
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The musical adventures of Canadian guitarist Dean Wolfe began as a child. He took up the piano at a young age, but soon directed his talents to the guitar. Even from a young age he was creating his own music. He has toured professionally and currently heads up the Dean Wolfe Band. Along with the band and his singer/songwriter music, Dean performs fingerstyle acoustic guitar music. You’ll enjoy the tune he’s sharing with us: The Fish Are Jumping (Canadian River)
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Rob Chiavelli is a fingerstyle guitarist who has lived on both coasts – raised in Westchester County, New York and living in southern California since 1991. After a few guitar lessons at an early age Rob began to explore the guitar on his own. With a natural aversion to barre chords, he began experimenting with alternate tunings. This lead to an exploration of partial capos – even pulling out the o’Dremmel to modify a capo beyond what is commercially available. The result of all this experimenting and exploring: a batch of fine, fresh tunes, slightly raw but ready for listening. From his new album, Glean, we’re proud to present: Jasper and Carnelian, Segue and Soul’s Rest
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Louis Falligant confirms something we’ve observed for years: “the worse the weather, the better the fingerstyle guitarist.” Need proof? Leo Kottke (Minnesota), Don Ross (Canada), and the list goes on. Based in Janesville, WI… Louis was inspired by Andy McKee and other amazing Candyrat artists. After exploring the world of tapping and tunings for a year, he was able to score a few hours of studio time. The result is a delightful mix of melodious solo guitar music. Check out the three tracks we’ve posted. This will brighten your day regardless of current weather conditions. You’ll find Four Lights, Love Hate and October.
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We’re also presenting a new song by Peter Janson. Here’s what one member our staff said: “The first time I heard Peter Janson’s music was while driving home on a cold, February night. “Dancing Beneath the Stars” was as warm and welcoming as the glow of firelight seen through the front windows of home.  With one guitar Peter captures beauty, passion, motion and magic, all dancing together under a star-filled canopy.  His flawless technique is used to create lyrical melodies that are completely captivating. A friend once told me, “if a person can write a piece a music that makes someone smile, laugh or cry, that is something of value.” Peter has indeed accomplished something of great value.  His music draws from a deep well; fresh water, un-rushed, uncluttered, gently flowing.” You’ll find Binnacle, from the album Compass Rose.
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That’s the latest stuff for this time! You may also be interested in some of our previous artist introductions. And if you appreciate what you’ve found here, please share it with a friend…thanks!

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