Guitar Quote by Brian Setzer
“My D'Angelico is a jazz archtop guitar. That guitar was made for Glenn Miller's guitar player in 1939. It's a '39 D'Angelico New Yorker.”
About This Quote
Source Instrument: D'Angelico New Yorker, 1939, custom order for Glenn Miller's guitarist
A historic jazz guitar model, prized for its craftsmanship and association with swing era musicians
In simple terms: A classic jazz guitar made for a famous bandleader's player
Key Takeaway
Recognize and preserve musical heritage
Themes
music history
craftsmanship
heritage
Mood
nostalgic
proud
inspired
Type
historical
educational
When to use this quote
- Collecting vintage guitars
- restoring old instruments
- studying swing music
- performing with period authenticity
Key Concepts
Jazz
Swing era
instrument design
Questions to Reflect On
- How does instrument history influence modern playing?
- What value does provenance add to a musical instrument?
A Different Perspective
Limited availability makes it hard to acquire originals
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