Galloup School of Guitar Building and Repair
If you're going to build and repair guitars professionally, we're your school.
In the studio: Galloup Guitars on CD
Matt Nathanson; Bill Cooley with Kathy Mattea
Matt Nathanson has been a favorite in the Galloup shop for years. We were delighted when he picked up a Galloup Guitar! One of Bryan's Northern Light models was featured on the cover on Matt's CD, Live at the Point.
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Five training programs
Master Program Six months of in-depth training in repair and buildingJourneyman Program Eight weeks focused on repair and construction
Technician Program Four-day intensive for techs and music stores
Buzz Feiten Class Become an authorized Feiten Technician
Special Seminars Weekend classes with Dan Erlewine or Bryan Galloup
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Industry-recognized career trainingOur grads get jobs. Read what luthiers say about their experience at the Galloup School. For general information about our school, click here.Detailed course descriptions for each of our programs are listed here, and we invite you to email us or call us toll-free for more information: (800) 278-0089. |
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Excellent free housingYou need a comfortable place to rest and recharge your batteries after days of class. Our Master and Journeyman students enjoy free furnished houses with full kitchens and comfortable bedrooms and living rooms. Relax and enjoy your time in northern Michigan during your breaks from class. |





