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Lap Steel Guitar
The lap steel guitar is an American string instrument that's played horizontally on the lap. It produces smooth, sliding tones and is central to Hawaiian and country music.
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Overview
The lap steel guitar is an American string instrument that's played horizontally on the lap. It produces smooth, sliding tones and is central to Hawaiian and country music.
Cultural Context
Central to Hawaiian and American country music, representing the fusion of cultures
Famous Players
Jerry Byrd
Buddy Emmons
Lloyd Green
Fun Fact
The lap steel guitar is played horizontally on the lap with a steel bar.
Quick Facts
Origin
United States
Era
Central to Hawaiian and American country music, representing the fusion of cultures
Difficulty
Intermediate
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