Hand-Building Guitars Using Old-World Techniques
Contributed By
Smithsonian Learning Lab
Hand-Building Guitars Using Old-World Techniques
This video resource features master luthier Manuel A. Delgado, a 3rd generation Mexican immigrant whose family business is world-renowned for building guitars using old-world techniques.
The video includes:
- An introduction to what it means to be an old-world luthier
- The history of the Delgado family business from its Mexican roots to working for Walt Disney, Pixar, and more
- Lessons passed down to Manuel from his father and grandfather
- Manuel instructing his young daughters (and viewers) on various details of his craft
- What goes into making a legendary guitar
This film is part of The Tennessee Folk Art Series
Video: Artistry of an Old-World Luthier With Manuel A. Delgado