How a single instrument helped restore the English monarchy
In short: When Charles II returned to London, he brought more than just a new government; he brought a guitar. This video explores how the instrument became a cultural staple of the Restoration court.
During the Restoration of the monarchy, Samuel Pepys was tasked with transporting the King's guitar back to London. This act granted the instrument royal approval, sparking a cultural boom where elite guitar playing became a hallmark of Whitehall life.
The guitar's influence permeated all levels of society, from court ladies portrayed with the instrument as a musical pet to actors in comedies. It even became a commercial tool, with guitar-masters earning livelihoods by teaching the daughters of London barmaids.
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