@classicrockin on Instagram: "During the 1997 Music for Montserrat benefit concert, Mark Knopfler and Eric Clapton took the stage at London’s Royal Albert Hall for a memorable performance of “Layla.” This charity event aimed to raise funds for the Caribbean island of Montserrat after it was devastated by a volcanic eruption. The concert featured various legendary musicians, but the Knopfler-Clapton collaboration stood out for classic rock fans. Mark Knopfler, famed for his distinct fingerpicking

Marty Schwartz 🎸 on Instagram: "Every guitarist dreams of playing that intro! In this quick lesson, I’ll break down the opening lick of Eric Clapton’s legendary “Layla” so you can finally nail it. Whether you’re a beginner trying it for the first time or polishing your phrasing, this will get you closer to Clapton’s sound instantly."