Many blues and folk musicians have used smaller-bodied guitars, which were often more affordable, mass production models.
In the 1860, Henry Worrall composed two influential pieces for parlor guitar, "The Siege of Sebastopol" (sometimes spelled Sevastopol) and "Spanish Fandango.
"[3] In the 2000s, the parlor guitar began enjoying a renaissance among players "who like their midrangery tone, historic vibe, and easy portability".
[4] Modern luthiers are making parlor guitars in a wide variety of tonewoods.
[4] Fylde Guitars produces the 'Single Malt Ariel' constructed from used whisky casks.