From the first mention in courtly poetry of the thirteenth century to enormous global popularity in the twentieth, the guitar and its development comprises multiple histories, each characterised by distinct styles, playing techniques, repertories and socio-cultural roles. These …
This book encompasses the breadth and depth of guitar performance. It features twelve essays which cover different traditions, styles and instruments, written by some of the most influential players, teachers and guitar historians in the world. The coverage of the book allows th…
This work encompasses the breadth and depth of guitar performance, featuring 13 essays covering different traditions, styles, and instruments, written by some of the most influential players, teachers, and guitar historians in the world.
From its origins in the culture of late medieval Europe to enormous global popularity in the twentieth, the guitar and its development comprise multiple histories, each characterized by distinct styles, playing techniques, repertories, and socio-cultural roles. These histories s…