The historians points
the origin of the 8 strings guitar as 19th century Russia. It
is probable that it derived from the of 7 strings guitar, also
of Russian origin.
An increasing interest for the 8 strings is being observed among
the musicians in recent years. Phenomenon fed by the increase
in offers of this type of instrument for great industries and
artisan manufacturers
for the whole world.
The jazz musicians have
been giving special attention to the technical possibilities
of the 8 strings. However, the English guitarist Paul Galbraith,
who lives
in São Paulo, figures as the most expressive musician of the
present time that use this instrument. Galbraith possesses a
very original technique for the execution. His
guitar haves a
metallic foot leaving the butt, which is supported over a resonance
box in the ground, so the instrument is positioned as a violoncello,
in quasi vertical position in front of the artist.
Paul Galbraith
in presentation with his 8 strings guitar constructed by
David Rubio.
Bridge
of a 8 strings constructed by Antônio de Pádua
Gomide
Head
of a 8 strings guitar constructed by Antônio de Pádua
Gomide in 2006
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