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The Story of the Guitar

Alan Yentob explores the guitar's global popularity, tracing its history from the ancient Oud to iconic instruments worn by Bill Haley and Elvis Presley, who revolutionized popular music in the 1950s.

Episodes:

Episode 1 In the Beginning...

1. In the Beginning...

Aired: Oct 5, 2008

The next episode delves into the acoustic guitar's evolution from ancient Mid...

Episode 2 Out of the Frying Pan...

2. Out of the Frying Pan...

Aired: Oct 12, 2008

The debut of the electric guitar sent shockwaves through the music industry, ...

Episode 3 This Time It's Personal...

3. This Time It's Personal...

Aired: Oct 19, 2008

In the next episode, the guitarists explore the roots of their unique sound a...

Main Cast

Appearances

Bob Brozman

Info about The Story of the Guitar

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Genres:Documentary