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Keeping the legacy of guitarist Reverend Gary Davis alive

Reverend Gary Davis was not only an ordained minister, but he was a prolific guitar player. His fingerpicking style influenced generations of guitarists, including one who has made it his life’s work to carry on Davis’ legacy.

Jon Kalish reports.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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