Lunch and Learn: Chet Atkins: Mr. Guitar
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Thursday, Jun 26, 2025 12pm - 1pm
Location
Tennessee State Museum
1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd
Details
Chet Atkins was arguably the most influential American guitarist of the twentieth century and, through his work as a recording executive, is often credited as a founder of the Nashville Sound. In "Chet Atkins: Mr. Guitar," Don Cusic illuminates the legend, detailing Atkins’s work as a guitarist, producer, music executive, and guitar designer, while also exploring his roles as mentor, friend, and husband. Available June 1, 2025, the book is a compelling biography of an American music icon and his enduring legacy.