Description

Overview:

This online exhibit explores the history and development of the electric guitar. It includes information about the instrument designers and the musicians who influenced the creation of new guitars and innovations in their sound. Examples of about 40 different guitars are included with descriptions of each. There is also information on how different types of acoustic and electric guitars operate with the sounds of each available for listening. Finally, addition information, references, and links are included.

Subject:

Film and Music Production, U.S. History

Level:

High School, Community College / Lower Division

Material Type:

Lecture

Author:

Monica Smith

Provider:

Smithsonian Institution

Date Added:

05/18/2012