Handmade Music Factory: The Ultimate Guide to Making Foot-Stompin' Good Instruments (Fox Chapel Publishing)

Mike Orr

ISBN 10: 1565235592 / ISBN 13: 9781565235595

Published by Fox Chapel Publishing, 2011

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Minimal wear to covers. Spine not creased. Internally clean. 160pp Size: 215mm x 280mm.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Handmade Music Factory: The Ultimate Guide to Making Foot-Stompin' Good Instruments (Fox Chapel Publishing)
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1565235592
• ISBN 13: 9781565235595
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket as Issued
• Book Type: Book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Music/Theatre

About this title

Synopsis

Hand-making musical instruments is part of a growing trend that even celebrities such as Jonny Depp and guitar legend Jack White are taking part in. It doesn't require a lot of money or an expertise in woodworking and electronics, all it takes is a little creativity.

In Handmade Music Factory, handyman Mike Orr guides you through the construction of eight of the most unique and imaginative instruments found anywhere—from a one-string guitar made from a soup can, to a hubcap banjo, and a stand-up lap steel guitar made from a vintage ironing board.

There are also directions for an amp that can be assembled using inexpensive parts from the local electronics store. There's no shortage of inspiration to draw upon in creating an arsenal of instruments that look good, sound great, and deliver some foot stompin' fun!

About the Author

Mike Orr is a professional carpenter and owner of Built2Last Guitars. He has designed, built and sold hundreds of instruments. The highlight of his career was when guitar legend Robert Randolph played one of his guitars in front of a live audience. When he is not in the shop, Mike can usually be found touring the music festival circuit in his VW van.