Writings on Music

Essays and reflections on music, creativity, the guitar, and the art of living, by composer and guitarist Andrew York.

Composing Music for Guitar

Creativity, Intuition, and the Search for an Authentic Musical Voice

What does it mean to compose authentic music for the guitar? Andrew York explores musical structure, the subconscious mind, and the relationship between creativity and technique, drawing on decades of experience as a composer.

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