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Eric clapton crossroads guitar festival 2010 2 dvd by eric clapton. I could find nothing linking clapton to the henderson guitar apart from st johns book, of course. According to tom wheelers the stratocaster chronicles book the. Eric claptons crossroads concerts captured in new book. One by one these guitars were the chapters of my life eric clapton.

He was the son of 16yearold patricia molly clapton b. Feb 19, 2006 book reading and discussion of guitar building revolving around the book clapton s guitar at the concord bookstore, ma, feb 19th, 2006. I think it s great, said eric clapton as he looked first at his host, and then at the magical instrument on his lap. Eric patrick clapton was born on 30 march 1945 in his grandparents home at 1 the green, ripley, surrey, england. The book introduces us to luthier, a man who builds guitars. His real father was a canadian pilot but he didnt find that out until he was 53. His first guitar was a cheap kay jazz ii model, but by 1964 clapton already moved onto a red fender telecaster, which he used on the majority of the material that he recorded with the yardbirds. Eric clapton songbook british guitarist eric clapton is the most widely acclaimed bluesman of our times and there are several good reasons for that. In november 1970 eric bought six fender stratocasters from the shobud guitar shop in nashville, tennessee while on tour with the dominos. Though ostensibly a book about a man who builds guitars, allen st. Theres a circa1968 interview video clip with eric clapton in which he reveals a great deal about his guitar style.

John chronicles the building of two worldclass guitars for eric clapton. Sixstring stories will benefit eric claptons crossroads centre antigua. George harrison and eric clapton while my guitar gently weeps. John takes you to guitar contests, christie s auction house, the martin factory in nazareth, pa and even to boston s fenway park for a showdown between the red sox and yanks.

Eric claptons guitars and gear erics guitar collection features some of the most iconic instruments in the history of rock and roll. When he was 2 his mother felt she was unable to look after him, so eric then went to live with his grandparents. Clapton s guitar is hands down one of the best books i read this year. Genesis publications, which specialises in bespoke, limited edition. Eric clapton 2006 tour guitar pick set of 8 collector picks. Eric clapton was born in ripley, surrey, england, on march 30, 1945.

Those looking for a book all about his guitars and equipment will be. Pages of stuff on st johns book, lots on henderson himself, and then pages of general info about claptons recordings, tour itineraries, etc. It was a curious combination, and for a novice, it was really quite painful to play. John prods henderson into finally building claptons guitar, and soon we get to pull up a dusty stool and watch this stradivari in gluestained blue jeans work his magic. Until then, here are some things that i have not revisited for a long time. There are so many great memories to recounteach is amazing in its own way, someday i will write a book. Experience the peerless strat style of slowhand himself with the eric clapton stratocaster, one of our most acclaimed and enduring artist signature models. Before eric was born, fryer returned to his wife in canada. Mar 12, 20 after a long and amazing career as eric claptons guitar tech, which sadly ended in 2009, im often asked about my favorite moments, shows, events, etc. A short guide to the lesserknown guitars of eric clapton.

Eric revolutionized rock guitar playing during the 60 s and his influence reverberates to this day. Eric clapton with the allman brothers band why has love got to be so sad duration. Whole pages are dedicated to the history of the slide guitar, from elmore james to duane allman, and to the continuing significance of the chicago blues men. Customize your notifications for tour dates near your hometown, birthday wishes, or special discounts in our online store. Erics guitar collection features some of the most iconic instruments in the history of rock and roll. Nearly 300 pieces from eric claptons personal collection guitars, amps, and other. John sets out to learn about the littleknown man behind the instruments every guitarist knows. For a fan of eric s 60 s work, the tales of the yardbirds, mayall, and cream were fascinating. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. If youre playing acoustic, eric clapton strings his own guitars with his signature set from. Nov 30, 2016 exf, owned and used by eric clapton since newaccompanied by signed letter and photograph of eric holding this instrument. From what i remember of the interview it was a very amicable split.

He doesnt come out and say it, but you know hes thinking it. Fender artist series eric clapton stratocaster electric guitar. The new book documents claptons work in the yardbirds, john mayalls bluesbreakers and cream. The history of eric claptons crossroads festival over nearly 15 years is documented in a lavish, handcrafted new book. Here is eric clapton demonsstrating his electric guitar, followed by a clip of some some great playing, on guitar love. Eric clapton sixstring stories in pictures musicradar. Pages of stuff on st john s book, lots on henderson himself, and then pages of general info about clapton s recordings, tour itineraries, etc. An odd instrument, it looked like a spanish guitar, but instead of nylon, it had steel strings. Jan 01, 2007 eric clapton, guitar god, has written his autobiography, aptly titled clapton, the autobiography. The coffeetable size book is available in three formats. Rare professional shot from japan tour back in 1992.

He addresses every phase of his personal and professional life, which is amazing in the fact that the book clocks in at only 328 pages. With classic design and special features that give it exceptional tonal versatility and effortless feel worthy of one of the worlds greatest names in rock and blues, it puts pure clapton. Get the best deals on eric clapton memorabilia when you shop the largest online selection at. It features more than five decades of imagery from a stunning studio portrait of the guitarist at 19 to eric on stage in germany this past june. Eric and brownie teamed up with jim gordon the musician, not gotham citys police commissioner to form derek and the dominos. Sitting in front of a wall of miscellaneous amps, and cradling his legendary 1964 fool gibson sg the one with the psychedelic paint job, clapton says something about himself thats true of every player, whether they admit it or not. Some books only discuss his recorded output, his guitars or live concerts while others focus on his life story. In 1966, he acquired a 1960 gibson les paul standard. This guitar was built using the neck dimensions from erics 1960 gibson es335. In 1994, eric clapton came across a wayne henderson guitar in a re. Book reading and discussion of guitar building revolving around the book claptons guitar at the concord bookstore, ma. When he was 14 he took up the guitar, having been influenced by blues artists such. Excellent selection of eric clapton hits and songs in his catalogue.

I could find nothing linking clapton to the henderson guitar apart from st john s book, of course. The story behind eric claptons the fool reverb news. Theres a 10year waiting list for hendersons heirloom acoustic guitarsand even a musical legend like eric clapton must wait his turn. Eric used this guitar on tour in 20 to play further on up the road, ohc. I havent finished reading the book yet, but its always a pleasure to hold in my hands. Study the trademark songs, licks, tones, and techniques of the original guitar god, eric clapton. Limited edition book documents eric claptons crossroads. Perhaps the most emotionally potent aspect of the book deals with the great passion of clapton s life other than blues music, the fashion model pattie boyd. I met lee at the 2004 auction prior to the start when several of the guitars were on display and he said it was hard for him to see many of the guitars go. Eric clapton is an artist whose talent has continued to broaden making the success of his music span from the late 1960 s through today. Boyd was married to his good friend george harrison the beatle who, like clapton, was more comfortable expressing himself with a guitar than in conversation.

John takes you to guitar contests, christies auction house, the martin factory in nazareth, pa and even to bostons fenway park for a. He visits henderson s virginia home, shadowing the artist while he builds guitars, plays old time music concerts and doesnt build clapton s guitar. The firstused during the recording of eric claptonwas brownie, which in 1973 became the backup to the most famous of all claptons guitars, blackie. While clapton has made a career out of playing some of the finest guitars in the world, his first acoustic guitar, even in his own words, wasnt exactly a quality instrument. Claptons guitar is hands down one of the best books i read this year.

The scene was a recording studio in new york city in 1994. Dec 20, 2018 drawing from his extensive interviews with an array of claptons former music industry associates, family members and exwife pattie boyd, along with claptons diaries and 2008 autobiography. Hal leonard eric clapton complete clapton guitar tab. Claptons guitar goodreads meet your next favorite book. This comprehensive book and audio teaching method provides detailed analysis of slowhands gear, tone, techniques, styles, songs, licks, riffs, and much more. Eric s description of his confused childhood was very moving. Country select a country united states afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda. Mar 29, 2018 hoyer spanishstyle flattop acousticlord eric perhaps the most relatable thing about clapton as a player is how he started.

Easy to learn to play with guitar chord diagrams and song lyrics. Eric claptons 1964 gibson sg standard the fool ground guitar. A collection of photographs of eric clapton s guitars, amplifiers and related equipment through the years. As eric noted in his 2007 autobiography, clapton, the guitar was a bit unusual in terms of design and not exactly beginnerfriendly. I love books ive had about 400 of them and guitars and eric clapton. The ultimate guitar lesson book with online audio tracks. The real story behind claptons most famous guitars sweetwater. These notefornote tablature transcriptions of 36 eric clapton hits fill 344 pages in this musthave guitar tab book for every slowhand fan. It covers his entire life, from his poor upbringing, to the present day as happy family man. By books end, you too will want to be wayne hendersons friend. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.

More than 100 books have been published in multiple. Among those is of course his guitar playing, that has evolved since the sixties towards a slower, more relaxed approach that culminated with his 1992 hit unplugged. We know that he used it on march 15, because the sound of the guitar s vibrola is there on some demos cream made that day in london. Vintage guitar magazine had an interview in their april 2011 issue. Upon learning that eric clapton has been on henderson s waiting list for 10 years, st. I love most of eric claptons guitar work, it is a great gift to us all. Have several of these hal leonard guitar chord songbooks and all are excellent references for favorite songs in various genres of music. Watching wayne henderson build the perfect instrument allen st. Mar 21, 2019 christopher hjort s book strange brew logs a rare day off for the busy eric on march, and that s probably when he acquired the circa64 cherry finish gibson sg standard. Featuring archival photos and exclusive interviews with eric clapton and the performers. Eric clapton history book eric claptons speech at the. Telling this story through a wealth of stunning photographs and original commentary from worldrenowned musicians, sunshine of your love is eric clapton s official limited edition book and record set documenting the crossroads guitar festivals, 199920. The studio album collection 19701981 9 lp box set by eric clapton 2016. Over time, many of the songs on this underrated album, including after midnight, would become perennial crowd favorites on erics concert playlists.