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The American Archtop Small Group
Workshop
The SMALL GROUP WORKSHOPS workshops are presently held several times a year. Each workshop is taught in a small group setting, usually four or five students. This is also a seven-day workshop for the completion of an Archtop guitar from start to finish. All wood, materials, and parts are included. Only a six-string Archtop guitar with a 17" X 3" body will be offered. All workshops are held in Nazareth, Pennsylvania at the Nazareth Guitar Institute.
Price: $2,975.00
THE AMERICAN ARCHTOP DREAM
GUITAR WORKSHOP
This is a private class with direct one on one instruction. Class dates are flexible and can be scheduled according to individual needs. This is a seven-day workshop in which you can construct an Archtop guitar from start to finish. You will be using all master grade wood and material. You will be instructed in the installation of a floating pickup and electronics.I will apply a professional spray finish and pickup after completion of the course with no additional cost. You can choose between creating a six or seven string Archtop guitar with either a 16" or a 17" body.
Price: $8,000.00
A private tour of Martin Guitar Co. will be included in all classes.
When you come to the class, we'll provide you with supplies and tools, as well as personally supervise your building. No previous experience is required.
At the conclusion of the class, you'll go home with a new archtop guitar, along with the knowledge of how to build more for years to follow.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR WORKSHOP
This is a acoustic workshop and is taught by Martin Guitar's own Danny Brown. Dates for workshop: May 16- 23, 2009 For more information on this class please call Danny at (610) 861-3092.
Cost: $2000.00
PEARL INLAY COURSE
World famous inlay artist Tracy Cox will offer a pearl inlay workshop. Upon completion of this two-day workshop you will have the necessary tools and knowledge needed to continue with your own creative pearl inlay adventures.
Cost of the workshop: $425 ( tools included)
I would be happy to discuss any additional details over the phone at your convenience. Please feel free to contact me directly at (570) 992- 4956. One half of the cost of the course is required as a down payment in order to reserve your place. Classes are filled on a first come basis.
In instances of cancellation, three month notice is required for refund of the deposited amount. If parts have been ordered or started, payment will be required for that amount.
Several new classes will be offered: Continue to check site for details.
For more information, please call (570) 992-4956 or email me
Sincerely,
Dale Unger
American Archtop Guitars
PEARL INLAY WORKSHOP With Inlay Artist TRACY COX
Cost $425.00 Tools and Pearl included in price.
August 28 and 29 , 2010
AMERICAN ARCHTOP SMALL GROUP
WORKSHOP DATES:
COST: $2,975.OO
2010 Classes
- January 16 - 23, 2010
- April 17 – 24, 2010
- June 26 – July 3, 2010
- October 9 – 16, 2010
2009 Classes
- February 21 - 28, 2009
- April 18 – 25, 2009
- June 20 – 27, 2009
- August 15 - 22, 2009
- October 10 – 17, 2009
- November 7 – 14, 2009
AMERICAN ARCHTOP CLASS PHOTOS
July 2008 class at the Nazareth Guitar Institute.
2009 Class photos
2008 Class photos
2007 Class photos
2006 Class photos
Pre 2006 Class photos
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