Charlie Christian

January 9, 2024
Guitarist

Quick Facts

Charlie Christian
Full Name Charlie Christian
Occupation Guitarist
Date Of Birth Jul 29, 1916(1916-07-29)
Age 108
Date Of Death 1942-03-02
Birthplace Bonham
Country United States
Birth City Texas
Horoscope Cancer

Charlie Christian Biography

Name Charlie Christian
Birthday Jul 29
Birth Year 1916
Place Of Birth Bonham
Home Town Texas
Birth Country United States
Birth Sign Cancer
Parents Willie Mae, Clarence Henry Christian

Charlie Christian is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on July 29, 1916 in Bonham, Texas, United States. Jazz and Swing guitarist who was among the first musicians in his genres to employ an electric guitar. He is an Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee.

George Benson was one of many jazz musicians whom was inspired by Christian. was one of the many jazz musicians who were influenced by Christian.

The father of his was visually impaired, however his son could play guitar and sing.

Charlie Christian Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Guitarist
House Living in own house.

Charlie Christian is one of the richest Guitarist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Charlie Christian 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

With no money to buy an actual guitar He and his brother constructed their own from an old cigar box.

His music received its first major exposure during his tour as part of his band the His music got its first wide exposure when he toured with the Benny Goodman Sextet and Orchestra. Sextet as well as the Orchestra.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Charlie Christian Dating?

According to our records, Charlie Christian is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Charlie Christian’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Charlie Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Charlie Christian celebrates birthday on July 29 of every year.

What was Charlie Christian famous for?

Charlie Christian, byname of Charles Christian, (born July 29, 1916, Bonham, Texas, U.S.—died March 2, 1942, New York, New York), American jazz guitarist, who was one of the first to produce improvised masterpieces using electrically amplified equipment.

What was unique about Charlie Christian style of playing?

In fact, Christian made his guitar sound so much like a horn that people who could hear but not see him often thought he was playing the saxophone! Christian achieved this horn-like sound with the help of the Gibson ES-150, a new electric guitar with a special pickup.

Could Charlie Christian read music?

In 1933, Charlie Christian began to study guitar with Ralph “Big-Foot Chuck” Hamilton. He learned to read music and some basic music theory.

Did Charlie Christian use a pick?

Christian played with a pick. Interviews with friends and musicians who worked with him have never mentioned CC ever playing fingerstyle.

Who invented the electric guitar?

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