Electrifying the Guitar – Musical instruments in the 1940s

Park your plectrum at St Cecilia's for this fascinating glimpse into the birth of Rock 'n' Roll. This riveting talk will hit exactly the right note with its look at one of the world’s most iconic musical instruments, the electric guitar, and the technology that led to a rhythmic revolution. You will discover how the WWII affected the manufacture of musical instruments, and ultimately the type of music people played. And bringing us bang up to date, you'll see how the advancement in the modern technology shaped today’s popular music.

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Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk//sc000292?id=EVENT473709