When Jason Vieaux started playing guitar he was immediately smitten with the instrument and with music, in general, practicing long and hard on his own. His tenacity paid off with some early competition wins, and he continued to hone his skills thanks to teachers and mentors who recognized and further cultivated his talent and determination. Now the Grammy-winning musician is paying it forward, training the next generation of guitarists, in addition to collaborating with other top-tier musicians, recording some of his favorite music, and even composing. Jason Vieaux spoke with Suzanne about his path to becoming a professional musician.