Get Out Your Guitar Day

Music has long been a way of expressing emotions for thousands of people from all over the world who can play and sing. Many were forced to give up their hobby over time. Get Out Your Guitar Day is a great day to try and revive your talent. It’s never too late to start with a clean slate and reinvent yourself on a huge stage in the spotlight.

History

Many researchers have concluded that guitars were invented in Persia. The musical instrument was much thinner than its contemporary version and had only 4 strings. Subsequently, it fell into the hands of the Greeks, who began to distribute the instrument along sea routes. It attracted special attention from the Romans.

In the 16th century, the appearance of the guitar changed. Every year it was more and more transformed until it became similar to the one that is known to mankind today. The instrument conquered the world in the 1900s. Great demand gave rise to the emergence of new musicians. They sought to create real masterpieces, using their skills to the fullest and trying to merge with the instrument. Fans dreamed of being like their idols. They dreamed of great fame and quickly became the life of the party when they brought a guitar and started playing.

Interesting Facts

1. The date of creation of the electric guitar is considered to be 1931.
2. Guitars that belonged to famous musicians cost a fortune. Some avid fans are willing to pay any price to get the coveted instrument with the star’s autograph.
3. The legendary band “Queen” became famous all over the world. Fans watched the band’s development with bated breath and tried to uncover all the secrets of the celebrities. Guitarist Brian May used a regular coin as a pick. By 1993, when the band went on a world tour, they were no longer in use, but the British Mint decided to issue a separate batch.

How to Celebrate

Spending this day alone is definitely not recommended. Gather with your best friends and don’t forget to bring your favorite guitar. In a large company, everyone’s voice is important. Throw a grand party, share your musical tastes, and try to play your favorite melodies on the guitar. There are hundreds of training videos on the Internet.

When is Get Out Your Guitar Day in 2025?

Get Out Your Guitar Day is observed on February 11 each year.

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