Tal Farlow was an American jazz guitarist who was active in the 1950s and 1960s. He was known for his unique style of playing, which blended bebop with traditional jazz. Farlow was a virtuoso on the guitar, and was considered one of the most influential jazz guitarists of his time. He was also known for his use of complex chords and improvisation. Farlow's career spanned over four decades, and he was inducted into the Down Beat Jazz Hall of Fame in 1997.