Fred Sokolow: Travis Picking for Beginners (2004)

Learn to fingerpick like Merle Travis whose innovative style inspired generations of country, folk and rock guitarists. Alternating thumb-picked bass notes with the melody, this method allows you to play lead, rhythm and bass at the same time. Instructor Fred Sokolow guides beginner and intermediate students through step-by-step demonstrations on songs including "Nine Pound Hammer," "Windy and Warm," "Mack the Knife" and more.