David Sutton
Obsession With Cigar Box Guitars: Over 120 hand-built guitars from the masters, 2nd edition
Obsession With Cigar Box Guitars: Over 120 hand-built guitars from the masters, 2nd edition
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The author of "Cigar Box Guitars" showcases his incredible photo gallery of handmade musical greatness, featuring a step-by-step project for building a tenor ukulele and instructions for playing homemade guitars using innovative and traditional techniques. The Cigar Box Guitar Revolution brings musicians and hobbyists together to create unique instruments out of unconventional materials, celebrating the modern craft of these alluring instruments.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2018
Publisher: Companion House
The author of "Cigar Box Guitars" presents an incredible photo gallery showcasing the remarkable craftsmanship of handmade musical instruments. This revised edition includes a comprehensive step-by-step project for constructing your very own tenor ukulele, along with detailed instructions for playing homemade guitars using both innovative and traditional techniques. In a contemporary resurgence of a timeless American tradition, musicians, pickers, strummers, and makers are uniting under the banner of the Cigar Box Guitar Revolution. Hobbyists and musicians alike are embracing the boundless creative possibilities that arise from crafting their own musical instruments from unconventional materials. The range of their ingenious creations spans from straightforward cardboard diddley bows to electrified washtub basses. "Cigar Box Guitars" pays homage to the modern art of these captivating instruments, featuring an expanded photo gallery by professional photographer and woodworking enthusiast David Sutton. Sutton delves into various techniques for playing the fretted, three-string cigar box guitar, accompanied by easy-to-follow chord diagrams and instructions for playing classic tunes. Additionally, this edition includes captivating authentic stories of legendary American roots music personalities, adding depth and richness to the musical journey.
Weight: 578g
Dimension: 179 x 228 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781620083130
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