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10 Jazz Guitarists You Should Know

2023-11-13T13:16:32+00:00

Jazz music has a rich history filled with exceptional talents, and the world of jazz guitar is no exception. These ten jazz guitarists have etched their names in history. They've not only redefined jazz guitar but also enriched our understanding and love for this captivating genre. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or just starting to explore this captivating world, these legendary guitarists deserve your attention. 1. Wes Montgomery Wes Montgomery (1923-1968) was a legendary jazz guitarist known for revolutionising the world of jazz guitar with his distinctive thumb-picking technique. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, Wes began playing guitar at a [...]

10 Jazz Guitarists You Should Know2023-11-13T13:16:32+00:00

The History of the Guitar: A Brief Overview

2023-06-16T12:10:38+01:00

The Beginnings Of The Guitar Guitars have existed, in one way or another, for hundreds of years in many different shapes and sizes. To the eye of someone today, some of these instruments may not even look like the modern guitar, although they do play an important part in forming what would go on to be one of the most popular instruments of modern times. The Arabic oud is an ancient cousin of the guitar that although still exists today, we can trace back to thousands of years ago. Similar looking to the lute which would come later, the Arabic [...]

The History of the Guitar: A Brief Overview2023-06-16T12:10:38+01:00
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