John, Allen St
Clapton's Guitar: Watching Wayne Henderson Build the Perfect Instrument
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743266369
- author:
- John, Allen St
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Scribner
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 13.97 x 2.29 x 21.34 centimetres
- Genre:
- Crafts / Hobbies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Allen St. John's book tells the story of Wayne Henderson, a master guitar builder from rural Virginia. Henderson's unique approach to crafting instruments has earned him a reputation as one of the world's finest luthiers, with a waiting list of 10 years for his heirloom acoustic guitars. When a famous musician requests a custom instrument, Henderson is persuaded to take on the challenge, and the process that follows is both fascinating and revealing. As St. John observes Henderson at work, he sheds light on a world where traditional craftsmanship is cherished over commercial success. The result is a captivating portrait of a community that values time-honored skills and the simple pleasures of life, such as homemade lemon pies and old-time music. Through Henderson's story, St. John offers a unique glimpse into the world of fine instrument-making, where the art of creation is paramount and the tools of the trade are often more valuable than the finished product.
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