Few guitarists are as beloved by fans and musicians as Lenny Breau. He played the guitar with natural swing and elegance, treating the instrument like a piano. He'd play single-note melody lines while accompanying himself with chords, much the way a jazz pianist would on the keyboard. While most guitars have six strings, Breau added a seventh string on …
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