The Art and Craft of Making Classical Guitars
100th Edition
Will be published approx. on 1. January 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-1-4234-8035-8 (ISBN)
Description
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.
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.
More details
Series
Edition
100th Anniversary edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 192 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
503 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4234-8035-8 (9781423480358)
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Person
Manuel Rodriguez learned the art of constructing a guitar firsthand. He started as an apprentice at the age of 13 in Madrid, where he first began to learn what makes a beautiful and resonant guitar. After apprenticing and operating in his own shop in Spain, Manuel immigrated to Los Angeles in 1959 and opened a business there. Residing in the City of Angels for nearly 15 years, Manuel made guitars for professionals, Hollywood actors, teachers, students, and those just wishing to express themselves creatively through music, before moving back to Madrid in 1973.