Versatility of the Guitar

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Versatility of the Guitar

• 06/09/2006
• By
• John P. McShane III
• W1052134-jmcshane
• CMPE 003
• Personal Computers Concepts
• Spring 2006

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• The guitar has evolved from a simple 17th
  century 6 string instrument to a modern
  electronic tool used in nearly all types of
  music.

17th Century Classical Guitars
Brian Moore 2.13 MIDI Guitar
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Guitars are built differently depending upon the
focus and technique of the musician.

• Basic Differences Include
• Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar (Steel
  String), Electric Guitar
  
• Nylon or Steel String
• Solid, Hollow, or Semi-Hollow Body
• Length, Width, and Height of the Body Neck
• Wood (ex Mahogany/ Maple)
• Finish (ex Natural Wood/ Tobacco Burst)

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The rich history and complexity of the guitar is
preserved today by most universities, which offer
degrees in classical and jazz guitar.
UCSC Classical Guitar Ensemble

• Kenny Burrel, Jazz Program Director, UCLA

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Despite the age of the guitar, it has found a way
to change and adapt to the music of today and
will continue to do so well into the future.

• Mesut Ozgen, "New Dimensions in Classical Guitar
  Multimedia Performance UCSC 2004