Various Sculptural Stringed Instruments / 2014 - 2019
Session 2 · June 26–July 8, 2022
Beth Ireland and Keun Ho Peter Park
Whether you are a musician who wants to learn woodworking techniques, or a woodworker who would like to learn the elements of stringed instrument construction, or just someone looking for a fun two weeks, this is the workshop for you! Two skilled professional woodworker/artists will guide you through the safe use of tools including the bandsaw, router, drill press, and stationary sanders to create two unique stringed instruments, a dulcimer guitar, and a tenor or six string guitar. Participants will learn sculptural carving, shaping, and forming to create personalized instrument designs based on our special bandsaw box technique. The fundamentals of stringed instrument construction including scale length, acoustics, fretting, and stringing will also be covered in a safe, supportive atmosphere with lots of one-on-one instruction. All levels welcome.