How a Flamenco Guitar is Different from Other Guitars

July 29, 2010 No Comments

The flamenco guitar is comparable to a classical guitar, and is designed for playing the uniquely Spanish style of music.

Classical and flamenco guitars are somewhat smaller than the large, curvy dreadnought guitars used to play country music.

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