The Guitar was invented in Malaga, Spain During the 14th or 15th century. No one knows who invented and at exactly what time, but it was made by the people of Malaga.
Why was the guitar invented?
The reason the guitar was invented is pretty obvious. It was invented was for musical and entertainment purposes. The Electric Guitar was invented to try to create an even louder guitar using electrical amplifiers and speakers.
How has the guitar changed the world?
The guitar has changed the world in many ways. Guitars are everywhere today; in classrooms, homes, alternative/rock bands, and even in marching bands. Guitars have been used by popular bands to stick tunes in peoples heads. Such example of this are Offspring's "Pretty Fly for a White Guy" and Nirvana's "Smells like Teen Spirit".
Favourite Links
The Electric Guitar Tells about the history of the electric guitar and the people who played it.
Nirvana Site Has Songs, Storys, and pictures of Nirvana that are very cool along with other things.