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Lenny Breau
Canadian-American guitarist (1941-1984) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 43
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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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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