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Blues For Greeny

Peter Green was one of our most loved guitarists. He hit bullseye when it came to feel, note choice, touch and tone, and he stood apart from the crowd in other ways, too. His voice was special, and he exuded a spirituality that touched hearts all around the world. Peter’s estate recently auctioned off his collection of guitars, other musical instruments and ephemera, and the sale was handled by Bonhams in London. When Bonhams invited me, along with current editor-in-chief, Jamie, and former helmsman

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