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 combined elements of bebop and swing. Farlow was a virtuoso on the guitar, and his technique was highly influential on other jazz guitarists. He was also known for his use of chord substitutions and extended chords. Farlow's career spanned over four decades, and he was inducted into the Down Beat Jazz Hall of Fame in 1981.