Justin Vilchez: Mastering the Mandolin

Lindsay Waddington sits down with master mandolinist Justin Vilchez for a closer look at the mandolin and its role in bluegrass music. Justin shares how his background in jazz guitar led him to the instrument, along with practical insights into picking, chord patterns, chop chords, double strings and tremolo. With plenty of playing and demonstrations along the way, Justin also shares his advice for anyone wanting to pick up a mandolin and start learning.