Galloup School of Guitar Building and Repair
If you're going to build and repair guitars professionally, we're your school.
New classes in our Master and Journeyman programs
Instrument Acoustics:
advanced principles and design
Why two instruments built of identical materials have such different voices, and how to put this knowledge to use.
Learn the facts behind what you instictively understand about tone and voicing. Gain the knowledge you need to develop your own voice as an instrument builder. MORE...
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. |





