How to Play the 3-String Cigar Box Guitar

Less Is More

Having only three strings to work with, the 3-String CBG might seem limited, but its limitations are also its greatness!

We need to make the most of what we have. This means that we need to play each note with expression, and feeling. That's what makes the music come alive!

In this book (together with 26 online video lessons) you will learn the basics of right and left hand technique, chord construction, fingerpicking and slide playing. You will also learn how to jam with other players and improvise on the blues!