The guitar is a consummately accessible instrument, capable of vast variety in expression despite the ease with which it can be learned. Its impact on music is profound and indelible – from the early guitarras of 12th century Spain to the electrifying caterwauls of today’s amped-up instruments.
The guitar can be an equally inspiring and insufferable instrument but is unavoidably rewarding to play. Beginners get to see the fruits of their early efforts within weeks of picking one up for the first time, and seasoned pros have near-endless wells of advanced technique to explore. The guitar tutor’s favourite mantra “easy to learn, difficult to master” is repeated ad nauseum for good reason.
