Arteconciencias: Keith Xander on his one-armed guitar technique: “It takes a lot of time to learn an instrument, maybe even more so in my case”

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May 6, 2022

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Keith Xander's one-armed guitar technique

“Playing with only one arm taught me a lot of patience, because in the beginning I couldn’t even hit the strings,” says Keith Xander, singer and guitarist of Xander and the Peace Pirates. “If I can do it, anyone can.”

Having been born without a right arm below the elbow, Xander’s words ring with an overwhelming sense of hope and inspiration – a testament to the resilience of the human spirit when it comes to following our hearts and realizing our dreams.

Using a prosthesis and hook with a plectrum on its end, he’s able to deliver breathtaking leads that dazzle every bit as much as those from the guitar heroes he’s supported in recent years, from Joe Satriani to Joe Bonamassa and Richie Kotzen.

You can read more about Xander's amazing, inspiring guitar journey below.

Amit Sharma and Jackson Maxwell – guitarworld.com

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