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Guitarists
 Websites presented in alphabetical order "Django: The Life and Music of a Gypsy Legend" 
 This 2005 interview with Michael Dregni, author of a book about jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt, provides an overview of the life of Reinhardt, "born in a gypsy caravan at a crossroads in Belgium ... [and] was almost killed in a freak fire that burned half of his body and left his left hand twisted into a claw." Includes photos; sounds clips not available. From Jerry Jazz Musician, "a website devoted to jazz and American civilization." http://www.jerryjazzmusician.com/mainHTML.cfm?page=dregni.html Topics: Musical Genres, Musicians Last updated Jan 16, 2008 The Bluegrass Guitar Home Page
The Bluegrass Guitar Home Page features "information about the acoustic flat-top guitar and the playing styles used in bluegrass music." Here you can find annotated links to instrument dealers, manufacturers ( Gear ), and artists; tablature with accompanying sound files; and information on famous flatpicker Doc Watson, including a biography, a discography searchable by song title, and recommended sources for studying Watson's playing style. http://www.bluegrassguitar.com/ Topics: Musical Genres, Musical Instruments, Musicians Last updated Jun 4, 2001 Bo Diddley - The Originator
This site features comprehensive information on the innovative guitar player born Ellas Bates (on adoption became Ellas McDaniel). Contains a biography; news; concert information; movie, TV, and radio appearances; a chat room and forum; a discography; lyrics; and links. Also includes information on musicians who have played with the blues artist, including maraca player Jerome Green and sidekick Lady Bo. See the mean machine section for information on Diddley's famous square-shaped guitar. Searchable. http://members.tripod.com/~Originator_2/ Topics: Musical Genres, Musicians Last updated Nov 13, 2008 Brad's Page of Steel
Devoted to acoustic and electric lap steel guitars, this site includes information on old models, resonator guitars, and steel guitar music in India. Find information about tuning, tablature (including many MIDI files), and the blues scale. Includes a resource list of manufacturers, stores, equipment, and information on building your own steel guitar. Also find guitarists' biographies, an annotated list of recommended recordings, and links to many other sites. http://www.well.com/user/wellvis/steel.html Topics: Musical Genres, Musical Instruments, Musicians Last updated May 14, 2004 Classic Jazz Guitar
This searchable site features information on over 25 jazz guitarists from the 1940s through the 1960s, including brief biographical information, photos, RealAudio clips, and links. Also contains a Timeline and Sources for Educational Materials . http://www.classicjazzguitar.com/ Topics: Musicians Last updated Sep 29, 2003 John Fahey: American Primitive Guitar
Here you can find an annotated discography, a forum, and memorial tributes to the composer and guitarist known to have recorded under the pseudonym "Blind Joe Death." Features include a section containing tablature, and a lesson on open-C tuning. The Archives contain some of Fahey's writings, reviews of his concerts, and articles about him. Searchable. http://www.johnfahey.com/ Topics: Music, Musicians, Notable People Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Rolling Stone: Jerry Garcia
Biography and collection of articles about musician and songwriter Jerry Garcia (1942-1995), lead guitarist and vocalist for the Grateful Dead. Provides articles back to 1993, album reviews, discography, and links to material on the Grateful Dead and related musicians and groups. From Rolling Stone. http://www.rollingstone.com/artists/jerrygarcia Topics: Musicians Last updated Jul 18, 2007 |
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