Guitarists · 1941–1984
Lenny Breau
Canadian-American guitarist (1941–1984)
- Born
- 5 August 1941
Auburn - Died
- 12 August 1984
Los Angeles - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1956–
- Record labels
- RCA Records, Adelphi Records
- Discography
- 23 albums
Biography
Lenny Breau was a jazz musician who played guitar and seven-string guitar. Lenny Breau was born on 5 August 1941 in Auburn and died on 12 August 1984 in Los Angeles. The music is usually filed under jazz, classical music and country music. Record labels: RCA Records and Adelphi Records. The discography here lists 23 albums, from “Guitar Sounds From Lenny Breau” (1968) to “LA Bootleg 1984” (2014). Honours include Canadian Music Hall of Fame (1997).
Leonard Harold Breau (August 5, 1941 – August 12, 1984) was an American-Canadian guitarist. He blended many styles of music, including jazz, country, classical, and flamenco. Inspired by country guitarists like Chet Atkins, Breau used fingerstyle techniques not often used in jazz guitar. By using a seven-string guitar and approaching the guitar like a piano, he opened up possibilities for the instrument.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Also plays on
Albums where Lenny Breau is credited as a sideman
Awards
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Lenny Breau play?
Lenny Breau is known for playing guitar and seven-string guitar.
When and where was Lenny Breau born?
Lenny Breau was born 5 August 1941 in Auburn.
What are Lenny Breau's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Standard Brands (1981), Guitar Sounds From Lenny Breau (1968), The Velvet Touch of Lenny Breau: Live! (1969), Minors Aloud (1978) and Five O’Clock Bells (1979).
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