Being hailed a guitar hero—or heroine—is no easy feat. Usually, a combination of technical ability and musicality come into play (pun intended), but factors such as a guitarist's contribution to a genre also play a role in determining one's greatness. Indeed, there are many female guitarists who have earned their place in music history many times over.
In this gallery, we celebrate some of the greatest female guitarists of all time. Click on and check them out.