There is something so incredible about music that truly enchants us all. At the center of every good band who creates this music is a guitarist. They can be so incredible that it is like they are making their guitars speak to the audience. There are some who stand out from the crowd and are regarded as the best of all time. These are just some of that incredible talent :
Eric Patrick Clapton
An ordinary man with an incredible gift. Eric Clapton is not only a gifted songwriter and composer but also one of the best guitarists the world has ever known. Known as a blues-rock guitarist he has created some very personal pieces on acoustic and electric guitar. Before going solo he was in the two rock bands, Cream and Yardbirds.
One of his most moving hits is “tears in heaven” which is basically a lament to his late son. This moving song features some low tones and a simple acoustic guitar strumming chords that touched peoples hearts. Some more up tempo rock songs include “Layla” and “I’ve Got A Rock N Roll Heart”.
Clapton got ranked at number 4 in Rolling Stone Magazines list of 100 greatest guitarists. Fans, critics and fellow musicians have always praised his skills and continue to do so.
Jimmy Page
James Patrick Page, just like Clapton he was a member of the Yardbirds but most recognizable as the lead guitarist in Led Zeppelin. Despite his well known, strange behaviour off stage, Page has worked his way into many lists of greatest guitarist and there is a reason for that. Just listen to the sounds his guitar makes on tracks like ” Whole Lotta Love” “Kashmir” and “All Of My Love”. Fans and critics love his work and with Led Zeppelin considered one of the best rock bands ever, his amazing history of skilled guitar playing is something to inspire.
Jimi Hendrix
No name stands out in musicians minds quite like Jimi Hendrix. Guitar players everywhere inspire to be like him and yet there has never be any comparison since his untimely death back in 1970. With hits like ” Purple Haze” and “Hey Joe” he can take his listeners on an unforgettable journey.
His guitar certainly does talk back to the audience, like his memorable performance of the American National Anthem, where he famously played his guitar with his teeth. Then there was his performance at Woodstock which is still considered the greatest rock concert of all time. His legacy will live on despite his death at such a young age. He accomplished more in his short life than most people do in a life time. That is one incredible legacy.
Now, I am sure learning guitar is not an easy task and it needs a good determination and perseverance. If you have someone who likes guitars then you can even give guitar gifts, like a new guitar case, or even CD compilations of the above three famous guitar players as gifts