It's a Guitar World
Chet Atkins · 1967
30 min · 12 tracks · classical · country · jazz
A seamless blend of fingerstyle guitar mastery across pop, jazz, and classical melodies.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- short bursts of melodic charm playful fingerstyle guitar showcases for casual gatherings
- Context
- By 1967, Chet Atkins was already an established figure in the country music scene, known for his innovative fingerpicking style. 'It's a Guitar World' was released during a period when Atkins was transitioning from primarily country music into more diverse genres, showcasing his versatility and artistic range. This album followed his successful collaborations and solo efforts that had solidified his reputation within the industry.
- If you like
- classical, country, jazz
It's a Guitar World is an album by Chet Atkins, released in 1967. A seamless blend of fingerstyle guitar mastery across pop, jazz, and classical melodies. This album is notable for its exploration of various musical styles, contributing to Atkins' reputation as a crossover artist in the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim, with publications recognizing Atkins' dexterity and ability to reinterpret popular songs, further influencing future guitarists across genres. The album's commercial performance helped pave the way for greater acceptance of instrumental records in mainstream music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does It's a Guitar World sound like?
A seamless blend of fingerstyle guitar mastery across pop, jazz, and classical melodies. Rooted in classical and country.
What makes It's a Guitar World by Chet Atkins notable?
This album is notable for its exploration of various musical styles, contributing to Atkins' reputation as a crossover artist in the late 1960s. It received critical acclaim, with publications recognizing Atkins' dexterity and ability to reinterpret popular songs, further influencing future guitarists across genres. The album's commercial performance helped pave the way for greater acceptance of instrumental records in mainstream music. By 1967, Chet Atkins was already an established figure in the country music scene, known for his innovative fingerpicking style. 'It's a Guitar World' was released during a period when Atkins was transitioning from primarily country music into more diverse genres, showcasing his versatility and artistic range. This album followed his successful collaborations and solo efforts that had solidified his reputation within the industry.
Who is It's a Guitar World for?
It's a Guitar World works well if you're into short bursts of melodic charm, playful fingerstyle guitar showcases and for casual gatherings.
How many songs are on It's a Guitar World?
It's a Guitar World has 12 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What’d I Say Standout 2:12
- 2 Cast Your Fate to the Wind Standout 2:22
- 3 Lara’s Theme (from Doctor Zhivago) Standout 3:06
- 4 A Taste of Honey 2:39
- 5 For No One 2:05
- 6 Pickin’ Nashville 2:19
- 7 January in Bombay 3:04
- 8 Ranjana 2:22
- 9 Et maintenant (What Now My Love) 3:13
- 10 ’Na voce, ’na chitarra e ’o poco ’e luna 2:20
- 11 Star-Time 2:13
- 12 Sempre 2:51
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