The Spanish Guitar 1750-1950

Camino Verde publications latest release, this book traces two hundred years of history of the Spanish guitar from its origins until 1950. Ninety-five historical instruments are presented, mostly unknown, modest or luxurious, typical...

Camino Verde publications latest release, this book traces two hundred years of history of the Spanish guitar from its origins until 1950. Ninety-five historical instruments are presented, mostly unknown, modest or luxurious, typical of an era, a repertoire but especially a country and a culture. Included are guitars of Durán, Sanguino, Pagés, Benedid, Pernas, Torres, Santos Hernandez, Fleta, and three top French luthiers, Françoise de Ridder, Daniel Sinier and Jérôme Casanova.