Welcome to Chasing Paganini

Chasing Paganini offers a new way of looking at the guitar as an expressive instrument. On this site we explore the guitar, and its vast technical elements, with the goal of becoming more creative players.

There is a heavy focus on guitar mastery and technical capability, with none of the soul-less, overly mechanized sounds of a cut and paste robot.

There can be the perfect marriage of technique, and passionate playing. And that is what this site is all about.

Is This Site For You?

• Are you fascinated by the unlimited potential of your playing?

• Are you serious about all aspects of your music?

• Are you intrigued by the art of creating compelling compositions?

• Are you seeking new and interesting ways of exploring technique?

• Are you looking for rapidfire growth as a guitarist?

If you answered yes to any or all of the above questions, you will find value in this blog.

What You Will NOT Find at Chasing Paganini

• Paid Content

You’ll never have to pay for any of the articles, podcasts, or videos on this site. They are all free.

• Paid Subscriptions

You’ll never have to pay a yearly, or monthly, subscription fee. All content will be available to you whenever you want it.

Who was Paganini?

Paganini has inspired countless musicians over the years, and has always been a favorite of guitarists world-wide.

Niccolo Paganini (October 27, 1782 – May 27, 1840) was an Italian violinist known for his nearly impossible feats of technical mastery. But at the same time, his passion, beauty of phrasing, and expressive capabilities left audiences in awe. His ability to combine technique and pure beauty of expression has inspired countless generations of musicians.

It is this that we strive for at Chasing Paganini; the ability to master our own techniques, along with the ability to express them beautifully. But more than that, our definition of “technique” is anything that facilitates the passionate expression of your musical ideas. It is therefore, unique to the individual.

In our own way; in our search for this combination of technique and beauty; we are all chasing Paganini.