High school luthiers in central Oregon build custom acoustic guitars from scratch. Sisters, Oregon has one of the only high school guitar luthier programs in the country. Every year, around 30 junior ...

Gaining prominence during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, the stringed instrument known as the lute was introduced to Europe through Spain and Arab countries. They were built by skilled craftsmen ...

Guitar building is often considered the pinnacle of woodworking — it’s an impressive feat. But the lessons these high school students learn in this unique class reach far beyond the woodshop. Tucked ...

When the veteran luthier Sherwood Phifer goes out to hear live music, he hears elements of the guitar that the vast majority of even the most serious audiophiles could never pick up on. An amateur ...

Wayne Henderson is a renowned acoustic guitarist who has played at Carnegie Hall, been honored at the White House and toured internationally. He's also an acclaimed instrument maker who has built ...

April Wilkerson builds a custom guitar with top luthiers’ help, crafting a high-quality instrument with expert guidance.

GOSHEN — Before 6-year-old Stella can move from her matted bed in the corner of Jim Shenk’s shop, an intoxicating scent of sawdust and glue greets visitors ahead of the tranquil golden retriever.

Local luthiers build new guitars to look and sound like old guitars.

Although their numbers are few, women luthiers are making their mark and providing skilled work in Israel.

Luthiers are craftspeople skilled in making string instruments – guitars, violins, violas, cellos, double basses. Their hands carve, chisel, gouge, varnish, and fit together various types of inanimate ...