Stop Winging It: Learn to Solo Over Chord Changes w/ Guthrie Trapp

Guthrie Trapp is one of Nashville’s most respected guitarists — a player’s player with a cult following among musicians, producers, and legends. He’s performed and recorded with Emmylou Harris, John Oates, Jerry Douglas, and more.

But Guthrie’s story isn’t about fame — it’s about what it really takes to make a life in music.

In this deep and unfiltered episode, Guthrie shares the path that actually works: how to develop a voice, play over changes, survive in Nashville, and build a long-term career in music without burning out.

00:00 Introduction to Guthrie Trap
01:19 Guthrie's Early Musical Journey
02:52 First Gigs and Early Influences
05:48 Learning and Growing as a Musician
08:57 Moving to Nashville and Making Connections
14:28 The Importance of Relationships in Music
17:04 Challenges and Milestones
21:27 Advice for Aspiring Musicians
25:54 Finding Your Path in Nashville
48:50 The Sheen of Working with Icons Wears Off
50:01 Say Yes to Opportunities
50:38 The Value of Experience Over Knowledge
53:37 The Importance of Basic Life Skills
54:14 The Joy of Playing with Friends
55:19 Overcoming the Fear of Judgment
01:00:08 The Role of Music Theory
01:30:19 The Nashville Music Community
01:38:57 Future Plans and Community Spirit

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📍 Filmed live at Carter Vintage Guitars in Nashville, Tennessee.
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🎥 Filmed at Carter Vintage Guitars
Host: Spencer Handley
Guest: Guthrie Trapp
Executive Producers: Spencer Handley, Ben Montague
Camera/Sound: Aly Jordan
Editors: Spencer Handley, Clayton Hopkins
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