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 January 12, 2009 | Guitarra Baiana and the roots of electric mandolin
From our new friend, Julio Moreno, "we thought you may be interested in our site GuitarraBaiana.com, dedicated to the guitarra baiana (Bahian Guitar), a type of electrc mandolin from Brazil. As you may know, the protoype of the instrument from the early 40s is often considered as the first solid body electric mandolin of all times. The website informs about the history of the tradition, as well as current trends and events."
The site is a fascinating resource with insights of a parallel world of electric mandolin. While we up north were witnessing the development of Texas Swingmasters, Tiny Moore and Johnny Gimble, a whole other universe of electric mandolin had already hatched in the Southern Hemisphere. Excellent history worth reading, and some great YouTube samples for your enjoyment.
Enjoy: GuitarraBaiana.com
Posted by Ted at January 12, 2009 5:11 AM
Disclaimer: In the 'Information Age' of the 21st Century,
any fool with a computer, a modem, and an idea can
become a self-professed 'expert." This site does not
come equipped with 'discernment.'
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