Guitar for Introverts with Jamie Stillway

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Welcome to Guitar for Introverts presented by the Fretboard Journal. Hosted by Jamie Stillway, beloved fingerstyle guitarist and fellow introvert, this podcast features thoughtful and quiet conversations about living a musical life in an increasingly noisy world.

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Episodes

Ep. 7: Andy Pitcher

For our long-awaited 7th episode, we speak with Andy Pitcher, a Brooklyn-based guitarist steeped in the world of improvisation and composition. We discuss his early introductions to music and how the guitar found its way to him; growing up in the shadow of New York City; the guitar as an emotional support system; and much more. To learn more about Andy and his music: https://www.andypitcher.com/ The Fretboard Journal did an earlier podcast with Andy here that is also worth checking out: https://...

Jun 17, 2025•56 min•Ep. 7

Ep. 6: Eric Skye

For our sixth episode, we speak with guitarist Eric Skye. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Skye occupies a unique niche between folk, jazz and blues; fingerstyle and flatpicking; and composition and improvisation. A lifetime spent pursuing eclectic interests and adventuresome explorations has yielded an instantly recognizable personal style and tone. Our conversation winds its way through a variety of topics including: Letting go of the notion of being a good guitar player; being comfortable bein...

Nov 21, 2024•54 min•Ep. 6

Ep. 5: Marisa Anderson

For our fifth episode, we speak with Marisa Anderson, a Portland, Oregon-based guitarist, composer, and improviser. Her compositions and improvisations re-imagine the landscape of American music with elements of minimalism, electronic music, drone and 20th century classical music. In our talk, you’ll hear about her early musical history with instruments other than guitar, the influence of studying classical guitar on technique, composition versus improvisation, and also finding inspiration in th...

Jul 25, 2024•40 min•Ep. 5

Ep. 4: Nina Gerber

For our fourth episode, we speak with Nina Gerber, a teacher, arranger, producer, and accompanist currently based in Sebastopol, California. We wandered through the conversational terrain of early guitar experiences, how to define success, and much more. To learn more about Nina and her music: http://ninagerber.com Also, please check out the article on Nina and the guitar built for Kate Wolf built by David Matlin in the Fretboard Journal's 53rd issue. Guitar for Introverts is hosted by Jamie Sti...

May 17, 2024•41 min•Ep. 4

Ep. 3: Grant Gordy

For our third episode, we speak with Grant Gordy (Mr Sun, David Grisman Quintet), a Brooklyn-based guitarist and composer. In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about his early meetings with the guitar, color wheels and the circle of fifths, composing, and more. To learn more about Grant and his music: https://www.grantgordy.com Guitar for Introverts is hosted by Jamie Stillway for the Fretboard Journal network of guitar podcasts. http://jamiestillway.com https://www.fretboardjournal.com...

Feb 15, 2024•53 min•Ep. 3

Ep. 2: Courtney Hartman

For our second episode, we speak with Courtney Hartman, a guitarist, singer, writer and producer currently based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. We talk about early musical experiences, seasons of creativity, home repairs, and also about her last album, 'Glade.' For more information about Courtney, her music, and to watch the video for “Bright at My Back: https://www.courtneyhartman.com/ Guitar for Introverts is hosted by Jamie Stillway for the Fretboard Journal network of guitar podcasts. http://jami...

Jan 12, 2024•39 min•Ep. 2

Ep. 1. Anna Tivel

For our inaugural episode, we speak with Anna Tivel, a Portland, Oregon-based singer/songwriter with a flair for capturing intimate moments and crafting strong, narrative-driven Americana-tinged folk songs. As she puts it, “I’m really interested in people and why they do what they do – the messing up or getting hurt, and the small triumphs. The way I relate to people as a quiet person is to wonder what they are thinking and doing. I often feel we are all trying so hard to make things work and it...

Dec 06, 2023•40 min•Ep. 1

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