Henderson School of Appalachian Arts

[llew]

Headed back to Marion, VA today to finish up my HD-28 style guitar at The Henderson School of Appalachian Arts. Been three months in the making but we're finally able to reconvene (COVID-19) to finish up the process.
If you've ever thought of building your own guitar I can highly recommend this program. I'm no woodworker but with Wayne and three other gifted luthiers who work along side him I was able to build what I believe will be a really great guitar. If you have any interest I'm happy to provide contact information regarding the program. Happens twice a year. (Spring & Fall)

[Skarsaune]

Last newsletter from the school they mentioned they had some openings in the next workshop due to people backing out.
Usually it is a ~2 year waitlist. Could be an opportunity to get in earlier.

[llew]

Yeah...when we got word of the reconvene a couple of weeks ago they said there were 3 openings (7 total but one is a scholarship type arrangement so actually 6 paid spots for each class) for March 2021. Not sure if they're still available but you could be able to bypass a two year wait.

[UncleJesse]

Originally Posted by llew

Headed back to Marion, VA today to finish up my HD-28 style guitar at The Henderson School of Appalachian Arts. Been three months in the making but we're finally able to reconvene (COVID-19) to finish up the process.
If you've ever thought of building your own guitar I can highly recommend this program. I'm no woodworker but with Wayne and three other gifted luthiers who work along side him I was able to build what I believe will be a really great guitar. If you have any interest I'm happy to provide contact information regarding the program. Happens twice a year. (Spring & Fall)

Sounds awesome. Was Wayne in your class?

[RP]

Might have to put this on my bucket list....

[llew]

Originally Posted by UncleJesse

Sounds awesome. Was Wayne in your class?

Yes...everyday. He actually helped me with my top bracing. The man can do more with his pocket knife than I can with a razor sharp chisel! And one of the most unassuming, down to earth, nice guys you'd ever want to meet. I could listen to him tell stories all day!

[llew]

Originally Posted by RP

Might have to put this on my bucket list....

Yeah...it's worth a spot on there!

[peteathome]

I bet that was a great experience! I would love to do that someday. Thanks for sharing

[Rjlipton]

I had Wayne for a guitar workshop in Mars Hill a couple of years ago. Never enjoyed a class more. Wonderful guy. Have fun and stay well.

Ron

[Nochops]

I’d be interested in that workshop. Please forward the info. PM sent

[RP]

Originally Posted by Nochops

I’d be interested in that workshop. Please forward the info. PM sent

http://thehenderson.org/build-a-guitar

[llew]

Originally Posted by Rjlipton

I had Wayne for a guitar workshop in Mars Hill a couple of years ago. Never enjoyed a class more. Wonderful guy. Have fun and stay well.

Ron

Hey Ron...yeah Josh Reese (Moss Ridge Guitars) is from there. He is one of the luthiers at the Henderson. He spent a lot of time getting my frets dressed last night. Very patient and just a great guy. I need to post some picks of my guitar. Just got home and am beat. maybe tomorrow...

[llew]

NGD pic are up!