Plays Hawaiian Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele and Guitar 1926-1949

Difficult to classify, Roy Smeck was a unique musician, notable for his magnificent technical skill and artistry as well as his historical importance within the field of guitar playing itself. Everything he did was innovative in his field, for professional guitar playing scarcely existed when he started his career. His performances draw on rags, pop, blues, and ethnic music, as well as jazz, and are simply astounding.