Jake Workman Model | Preston Thompson Guitars

Bluegrass guitarist Jake Workman talks about his guitar playing path, gig with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, and his signature model Thompson Guitar.

By: Preston Thompson Guitars

February 9, 2018

Guitarist Jake Workman currently plays with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, and he sat down with BackStageView.com to talk about his rich playing history, time with Ricky Skaggs, and his signature model Preston Thompson Guitar.

Preston Thompson dreadnoughts are played by many fine flatpickers, including Jake, Trey Hensley, Billy Strings, Chris Luquette, Tim May, and others.

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