Guitar Styles

With so much variety it becomes necessary to look at the various types of guitar and to explore the best uses for each. Before going shopping it is obviously important to decide which style appeals to you the most, and which guitar will serve you best.

• Classical: If you’re interested in playing classical music, you’ll want to play a Spanish or classical-style guitar.
• Flamenco: For flamenco, a Spanish-made instrument is best.
• Folk/Traditional/Blues: For these styles, the standard acoustic guitar is the best choice, although some folk players prefer the softer sound of the Spanish classical guitar.
• Jazz: You can play either an acoustic or electric instrument, although many jazz players prefer a special, large-bodied hybrid instrument called a hollow-body electric.
• Rock: An electric guitar is mandatory for the hard-rockin’ player.