Solo Flight: The Genius of Charlie Christian Listen to Jazz Innovator Charlie Christian Bringing Electric Guitar to the Forefront of Music This 1941 “Solo Flight” cut with the Benny Goodman Orchestra demonstrates the groundbreaking guitarist at the top of his game. Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Neal Schon explains how Journey broke the first rule of songwriting with “Don’t Stop Believin’”2Kill your metronome. Vinnie Moore explains how his method of keeping time helps you find the groove and not sound mechanical3“Joe Walsh insisted that I buy it”: Jimmy Page on his “Number 1” 1959 Gibson Les Paul4Meet Matteo Mancuso, the young player who’s light years ahead of us all 5Davey Johnstone explains his greatest guitar moments from Elton John’s ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’