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Jazz Century: 47: The Jazzin' Guitar

BBC Radio 3
on BBC Radio 3

Russell Davies presents a 52-part history of jazz.

After Charlie Christian's pioneering experiments with the electric guitar, the instrument became a significant modernising influence in jazz. Notable performers include Wes Montgomery and Pat Metheny.

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Presenter:
Russell Davies
Producer:
Phil Speight
Source: Radio Times

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Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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