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Lenny Breau

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Canadian-American guitarist (1941-1984)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1941 to 1984 · aged 43
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Leonard Harold Breau was an American-Canadian guitarist. He blended many styles of music, including jazz, country, classical, and flamenco. Inspired by country guitarists like Chet Atkins, Breau used fingerstyle techniques not often used in jazz guitar.

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Breau's seven-string electric guitarBreau's seven-string electric guitar

Awards 1

1997Canadian Music Hall of Fame

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Leonard Harold Breau was an American-Canadian guitarist. He blended many styles of music, including jazz, country, classical, and flamenco. Inspired by country guitarists like Chet Atkins, Breau used fingerstyle techniques not often used in jazz guitar. By using a seven-string guitar and approaching the guitar like a piano, he opened up possibilities for the instrument.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1941 to 1984 · aged 43
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7 languages

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