2008 Augusta Instructor Bio


Week 2
Swing Week
Swing Guitar
Steve Abshire


Steve Abshire studied Herb Ellis, Barney Kessel, Joe Pass and Steve Jordan. He has shared the stage with Gene Bertoncini, Charlie Byrd, Joe Byrd, Tal Farlow, Keter Betts,Scott Hamilton, Frank Vignola & Marian McPartland. He has also appeared in concert with the "Great Guitars" sitting in for Barney Kessel.

“…a humorous, insightful, guitar genius.  A privilege to have been in attendance.  Steve took me to a plateau and inspired me to rediscover aspects of my style.” … 2007 Augusta Student

www.steveabshire.com