Among the wonderful styles of music,one comes from what is called the slide guitar.It is a particular method or technique for playing the guitar.(1)
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It got its name from the action the player makes—"slide".It is not clear how the slide guitar technique came to be used,but most experts agree that it started from an African single-string instrument similar to a violin.(2)
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It was a way of conveying the players' feelings that they were trying to express.
Slide guitar has also been known for being used with Hawaiian music.(3)
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Natives of Hawaii and the Pacific Island had instruments similar to those found in Africa.With individuals from more and more cultures going to mainland America,the use of slide instruments became more common.The slide guitar sounds have really struck all of its listeners and musicians,showing them that this style is improving constantly,giving new hope to the new types of music.
Slide guitar is something that you can experiment with low costs.(4)
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Slides can be found anywhere from $ 5 to $25,but many players like to make their own slides.The most convenient slide is often made from the neck of a glass bottle.In fact,there are many types of"slides"used in playing the slide guitar.Besides bottle necks,players have used metal tubes,knives or glass tubes to achieve the desired"slide"sound.(5)
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A.All you need is your guitar and a slide. B.It influenced the slide guitar style as well. C.The sounds from it are unforgettable and enjoyable. D.Many companies work to create these types of guitars. E.Everyone was talking about this new unbelievable sound. F.For that reason,they should be careful enough not to have their finger stuck or cut in the process. G.People in those areas found moving objects across stringed instruments could produce an attractive sound. |