Luthier Built -- Connecting artists and artisans

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Permalink Reply by Joseph Anthony Zarola on April 19, 2010 at 6:38pm

Thank you! It's high time that a musician/luthier connection is given priority. Too often, musicians suffer at the sour end of an ill-set-up instrument, and thier entire performances are negatively affected. With the advent of the internet, a fine repair-shop/luthier, is just a click away. New friends will be made, and the quality of individual performances will soar. Hank Williams Sr. once said; "Give a kid a bad guitar and he'll play bad music" ...so true. In these uncertain times, forging friendships with qualified luthiers is a "win-win" situation for all. The economy will benefit with the new commerce, and the auditions will become more competitive! Great idea....keep us informed! Cheers, Joseph Zarola, Singing Strings Guitars.

Permalink Reply by Jason Tryon on April 21, 2010 at 9:16pm

I think it's a fabulous idea. I can promise you that once your sight is up I will be a regular visitor. My perspective is that of a player. I've never built an instrument though I love working with wood and would love to learn. I agree with Joseph about building relationships and sharing understanding and the passion that we all have for the sound of strings vibrating over real wood.

J.

Permalink Reply by Joseph Anthony Zarola on April 23, 2010 at 5:03pm

Ditto that Jason. We ARE what we play! If we are playing a guitar that is intonally incorrect, even a well-played piece will fall short of it's due appreciation. I hope to see you here more often! Thanks for the reply. Cheers, Joseph Zarola, Singing Strings Guitars, Fairfield Glade Tennessee

Permalink Reply by Jason Tryon on May 11, 2010 at 9:57pm

Joseph, What part of TN is Fairfield Glade in? I live in North Alabama, and would be interested in making a trip to see your shop if you wouldn't mind.

J.

Permalink Reply by Cliff on May 11, 2010 at 8:12pm

Great idea, most luthiers would be very excited to have anyone do a story on them/interview them. Looking forward to it.

Permalink Reply by Paul on February 9, 2011 at 4:46pm

I think this is a great idea.  I was fortunate to find a great luthier by chance and would certainly steer him your way when the site is up.

Permalink Reply by Joseph Anthony Zarola on February 9, 2011 at 5:11pm

Hello Jason. I live 10 miles out of Crossville Tennessee, 5 miles off I-40 up on the plateau between Nashville and Knoxville...give me a shout anytime!    I am gearing up for my Spring product release, so my shop has more guitar cases in it than guitars....you are welcome here....bring your guitar!.    Cheers, Joseph Zarola