Detroit-based guitarist and music educator Nick Shillace joins us this week to talk about discovering the music of John Fahey, running a successful music school, and his excellent new album, A Rich Boy’s Measured Blues.

https://www.nickschillace.com/

Nick is one of dozens of musicians and luthiers attending at our 2024 Fretboard Summit, taking place August 23-25, 2024 at Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music.

Our 2024 Fretboard Summit takes place August 23-25, 2024 at Chicago’s Old Town School. This year’s Summit features 80 luthiers and exhibitors. Performers include Adam Levy, Colin Hay, Blake Mills, Joel Paterson, Jake Eddy, Jordan Tice, Valerie June, and Joe Henry. Register to attend this unforgettable guitar weekend: https://fretboardsummit.org

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Above photo: Riva Sayegh