The Hawaiian Steel Guitar And Its Great Hawaiian Musicians
-by Lorene Ruymar. Centerstream Publications, Anaheim Hills Ca 1996
This 200 page book covers the development of the steel guitar since it was invented in Hawai'i over a hundred years ago, and the story of how it spread throughout the world, influencing music styles of many nations. It covers the life stories of the greatest steel guitar players, particularly those who were born in Hawai'i.
Contact Lorene Ruymar at: ruymar@shaw.ca or 1-604-263-8944
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About the author:
Lorene Ruymar received her teacher training at the University of British Columbia and taught for 18 years as classroom teacher, band master, and music specialist for the Vancouver School Board. Her steel guitar teacher was none other than the great Jerry Byrd, Master of Touch and Tone, in Hawai'i.
Links:
www.hsga.org www.TheOutriggers.com http://groups.yahoo.com/group/lapsteel www.steelguitarforum.com