Guitar greats
A tribute to 16 players who changed the six-string world
For musicians, it's easy to build a personal relationship with wood and strings and steel - to think of guitars as living things. But for casual listeners and fans, the player's the thing. And the 16 players covered here have changed the way we all hear the voice of the guitar. Some you'll know and think of as friends; the rest, we hope, will soon be charming new acquaintances.