PART 1 – INTRODUCTION Originating in 16th-century Spain, the guitar is one of the most well-known instruments in musical history. Having evolved from the mediaeval guitarra latina, which featured a waisted shape and four strings, the early guitar boasted a narrower and deeper profile. The guitar then soared in popularity in the 17th century, becoming the timeless instrument that continues to enchant the world today. Many may think that learning the guitar is nothing more than