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The Art of Lutherie

Author : TOM BILLS
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
ISBN 13 : 1619115379
Total Pages : 56 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (191 download)

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Download or read book The Art of Lutherie written by TOM BILLS and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art Of Lutherie offers a glimpse into the mind and craft of luthier Tom Bills, whom many consider to be one of the most talented luthiers today. In this beautifully written and enjoyable read, Tom elegantly and clearly shares his best- kept secrets and methods of custom guitar making - those which make his guitars favorites among top collectors and players. Tom's unique approach to The Art Of Lutherie will empower and inspire you to create more than just a guitar, but a truly unique work of art. The information that is generously shared within this insightful and timeless work is both practical and applicable. It contains the same hard-won wisdom that only comes from years of experience and experimentation that Tom uses in creating his inspiring instruments. Over the years, he has producedinstruments considered to be some of the bestsounding guitars ever made. Learning the steps of how to build a guitar is important, but understanding whymaster luthiers take those steps and make those decisions can empower you to make your own educated choices. This will allow you to create unique guitars, and the world needs your art, your guitars - your important contribution. The Art Of Lutherie, a truly unique and inspiring guide, can prepare you to reach new heights when designing and creating unique guitars. It is not often I heap such lavish praise on people; however, Tom is in this case more than deserving: I know of no other luthier whose work I respect more. Tom knows his craft inside and out; he pours his soul into every guitar he makes; heuses cutting-edge science to guide his work, and it shows...as head of Artist Relations and Product Development at Mel Bay, it gives me great pleasure topublish Tom's work, which will no doubt take the art of lutherie to a new level. I hope you'll spend some time soaking in this book - it will certainly augmentyour musicality - Collin Bay. Includes access to online video

Geometry, Proportion and the Art of Lutherie

Author : Kevin Coates
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (475 download)

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Download or read book Geometry, Proportion and the Art of Lutherie written by Kevin Coates and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Art and Craft of Making Classical Guitars

Author : Manuel Rodrguez
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9781423480358
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (83 download)

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Download or read book The Art and Craft of Making Classical Guitars written by Manuel Rodrguez and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2009 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar Reference). 100th anniversary updated edition! Rich in beauty, sound, and history, Manuel Rodriguez and Sons' classical and flamenco guitars have been handcrafted in Madrid since 1909, and the company's creations are still acclaimed today. This book presents master luthier Manuel Rodriguez's thoughts on the history of the instrument he loved, including how the guitar attained its prominent position among musical instruments. Filled with fabulous historical photos, memorabilia, and more, this book is essential for all admirers of the guitar. A special new section on "Music with World Leaders," sponsored by the King of Spain, promotes the importance of music for children and much more.

Classic Guitar Construction

Author : Irving Sloane
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780933224148
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (241 download)

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Download or read book Classic Guitar Construction written by Irving Sloane and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Electrified

Author : Robert Shaw
Publisher : Sterling Signature
ISBN 13 : 9781402747748
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (477 download)

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Download or read book Electrified written by Robert Shaw and published by Sterling Signature. This book was released on 2011 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more highly skilled luthiers at work than ever before, ours is a golden age of the electric guitar. Presenting superbly crafted electric guitars as fine art, this beautifully photographed book gives 125 master luthiers from 15 countries the spotlight--artisans who have custom-built instruments for the likes of Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Steve Miller, George Benson, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. From the invention of the electric guitar in the 1930s to its development in the 1960s to present-day innovations, Electrified is a lovingly detailed look at these beautifully produced instruments . . . and the talented people who make them.

Making an Archtop Guitar

Author : Robert Benedetto
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9781574240009
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book Making an Archtop Guitar written by Robert Benedetto and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 1994 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Guitar). The definitive work on the design and construction of an acoustic archtop guitar by one of the most talented luthiers of the twentieth century. Benedetto walks the reader through all aspects of construction through to marketing your finished work. Includes a list of suppliers to acquire all the tools and materials listed; a list of serial numbers for Benedetto guitars; full-color plates featuring the author's models; photos from the author's personal scrapbook of players who endorse his guitars; and fold-out templates for construction. 8-1/2 x 11 .

Guitar Makers

Author : Kathryn Marie Dudley
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 022609541X
Total Pages : 375 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (26 download)

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Download or read book Guitar Makers written by Kathryn Marie Dudley and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2014-11-10 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It whispers, it sings, it rocks, and it howls. It expresses the voice of the folk—the open road, freedom, protest and rebellion, youth and love. It is the acoustic guitar. And over the last five decades it has become a quintessential American icon. Because this musical instrument is significant to so many—in ways that are emotional, cultural, and economic—guitar making has experienced a renaissance in North America, both as a popular hobby and, for some, a way of life. In Guitar Makers, Kathryn Marie Dudley introduces us to builders of artisanal guitars, their place in the art world, and the specialized knowledge they’ve developed. Drawing on in-depth interviews with members of the lutherie community, she finds that guitar making is a social movement with political implications. Guitars are not simply made—they are born. Artisans listen to their wood, respond to its liveliness, and strive to endow each instrument with an unforgettable tone. Although professional luthiers work within a market society, Dudley observes that their overriding sentiment is passion and love of the craft. Guitar makers are not aiming for quick turnover or the low-cost reproduction of commodities but the creation of singular instruments with unique qualities, and face-to-face transactions between makers, buyers, and dealers are commonplace. In an era when technological change has pushed skilled artisanship to the margins of the global economy, and in the midst of a capitalist system that places a premium on ever faster and more efficient modes of commerce, Dudley shows us how artisanal guitar makers have carved out a unique world that operates on alternative, more humane, and ecologically sustainable terms.

Luthierie

Author : David Lewis Edwards
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780988239005
Total Pages : 94 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (39 download)

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Download or read book Luthierie written by David Lewis Edwards and published by . This book was released on 2013-04 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ""Luthierie, The Art of Building Classical Guitars"" presents making classical guitars from a non-technical perspective. It describes the creative process for those interested in music and musical instruments but who might not ever pick up a chisel. It explores the construction of these "functional works of art" and perhaps gives the reader a better appreciation of the classical guitar.

Classical Guitar Making

Author : John S. Bogdanovich
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9781402720604
Total Pages : 334 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (26 download)

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Download or read book Classical Guitar Making written by John S. Bogdanovich and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2007 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Renowned luthier John S. Bogdanovich crafted the project shown inside for his own personal use. The design he presents is simple but elegant and is a composite of ideas borrowed from several different guitars admired for their tonal qualities and aesthetic details. In close-up photographs Bogdanovich invites you to stand by his side and follow the entire process from start to finish. He offers guidance through every step, and explains every decision, from the arrangement of his workbench and the selection of the wood, to tuning and setting up the instrument. Bogdanovich also provides a choice of alternative methods and materials -- to help you find your own style of working, and to enable you to add your personal touches to your project. By the time your instrument is finished, you'll have acquired a world of knowledge, from the difference between quartersawn and flat-sawn wood to the pros and cons of lacquer versus French polish. You'll have mastered dozens of skills, including bending and aminating wood and cutting and seating wire frets. Best of all, you'll have a beautiful instrument, designed to your own specifications, that will give pleasure to everyone who hears it." -- Book jacket.

Violin-making, as it was and is

Author : Edward Heron-Allen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 410 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Violin-making, as it was and is written by Edward Heron-Allen and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Historical Lute Construction

Author : Robert Lundberg
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Historical Lute Construction written by Robert Lundberg and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive, authoritative work on understanding and building authentic lutes, by a world renown luthier and scholar. Historical section covers the development of the lute from the 15th through the 18th century with over 100 photographs of ancient lutes and 50 diagrams; practicum section covers the construction of the lute in minute detail with over 600 step-by-step photographs and a dozen diagrams. Includes a list of historic makers, catalog of extant historic lutes, bibliography and index, plus complete reduced images of seven lute plans.

Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar

Author : Jonathan Kinkead
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780634054631
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (546 download)

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Download or read book Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar written by Jonathan Kinkead and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2004 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). Every guitarist dreams of owning a handmade instrument, but for most, the cost is likely to be prohibitive. The alternative building your own fine guitar is not as difficult as you might imagine, given some skill, patience, and the expert guidance of a master luthier. Every step of construction is fully covered, from choice, selection, and preparation of woods, to consideration of size, bracing, and tonal qualities. Each step of the building sequence is clearly photographed in color, with variations to the standard design shown to enable you to personalize your instrument as you make it. Briston, England-based Jonathan Kinkead has been building guitars for nearly 30 years. His craft is born out of experience and intuition rather than a strict following of technical detail. The resulting beauty of form and distinctive tone have earned him his reputation as one of the world's most respected independent luthiers.

The Secrets of Stradivari

Author : Simone F. Sacconi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Secrets of Stradivari written by Simone F. Sacconi and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Guitarmaking: Tradition and Technology

Author : William Cumpiano
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 9780811806404
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (64 download)

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Download or read book Guitarmaking: Tradition and Technology written by William Cumpiano and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 1994-02 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete reference for the design and construction of the steel-string folk guitar and the classical guitar.

The Luthier's Handbook

Author : Roger H. Siminoff
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780634014680
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (146 download)

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Download or read book The Luthier's Handbook written by Roger H. Siminoff and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2002 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). An essential item for the instrument builder, The Luthier's Handbook explores the secrets and science behind making good-sounding acoustic stringed instruments. Renowned author Roger H. Siminoff brings to the table more than four decades of luthiery experience and shares the time-tested philosophies, tips and technology of the craft. As the ideal complement to other books on building instruments, this text describes the structural and acoustical attributes of air chambers; what to listen for when tap-tuning; selecting a good piece of wood; placement of the braces and tone bars and how to tune them; how to select the right strings; what to consider in bridge design concepts; and much more. Includes a free String Gauge Calculator for determining the right set of strings.

American Luthier

Author : Quincy Whitney
Publisher : Foreedge
ISBN 13 : 9781611685923
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (859 download)

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Download or read book American Luthier written by Quincy Whitney and published by Foreedge. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The female pioneer who revolutionized violin acoustics and built the first violin octet

The Art of Violin Retouching

Author : Brian Epp
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780989618106
Total Pages : 47 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (181 download)

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Download or read book The Art of Violin Retouching written by Brian Epp and published by . This book was released on 2013-08-30 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A photo illustrated step by step instructional manual for violin retouching. This is the second edition of what may be the first book of its kind to clearly & informatively lay out the intriguing process of violin retouching, the book reads as if its title should be "Zen and the Art of Violin Retouching." Brian Epp has created a beautifully illustrated instructional manual, while simultaneously weaving his own crisp philosophy and heartwarming reminiscences throughout its pages. This is truly a gem for the lay person or for the professional artisan.