Favourite Guitarists

Not surprising there are so many excellent guitars in many different genres. Since Rock n Roll in 50's & 60's, every kid wanted to play guitar, I know I did!

So it's not surprising that the Rock guitars are so dominantly listed here. Was a bit surprised how infrequently Hendrix was listed though.

But for me the best Guitarists are the Jazz players, though Classical guitarists are way up there, And any Country & Bluegrass players are exceptional.I think it's the improvisational talent that makes Jazz stand out for me as a musical form; so much more than just technique.

So here's a few Jazz greats I think that got missed in no particular order other than maybe chronological. Some of my favorites:

Charlie Christian

Jimmy Raney

Tal Farlow

Wes Montgomery

Kenny Burrell

Jim Hall

Pat Martino

And so many more that are more obscure, unfortunately. And a whole slew of younger guys too! Jazz guitar is alive and well!!!

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That's a proper list of Jazz guitarists, but you forgot the great Barny Kessel. Barney Kessel was probably heard by more people than imagined. 

He played with everyone who was anyone, along with being of the first call for other artists, movie/TV soundtracks. Part of the original "wrecking crew."

Apologies, looks like several I mentioned had already been included. Oops!!

And I meant "many" County & Bluegrass players, Was listening to Doc Watson earlier today. Saw him twice. Once with his son. Also fortunate to have seen Clapton, Hendrix and Pete Townsend, one of my favorite rock guitarists. Lucky to see Raney, Hall and Burrell too, Was hoping to get to Pittsburgh to see Pat Martino but his health had declined and he passed away earlier this year.

At only 13 watch out for Taj Ferrant. Well on his way to greatness.

Trey Anastasio

Jerry Garcia