Galloup School of Guitar Building and Repair
If you're going to build and repair guitars professionally, we're your school.
Bryan Testing the resonance and coupling of a 1941 D-28 Herringbone.
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.
These new classes added to our our Master and Journeyman programs give you the facts behind what you instictively understand about tone and voicing. They give you the knowledge you need to develop your own voice as a builder.
Five years in development, Bryan's Instrument Acoustics classes are a clear and practical course in the science and the craft of instrument tone - delivered in a way that you can really put to use.
In these classes, we assess materials and instruments using both computer diagnistics and physical testing methods. The information is presented in three sections: Instrument Acoustics Part 1 is now taught in both the Master and Journeyman programs.
Master students continue into Instrument Acoustics Part 2 and Part 3. These lessons sync with your class project so you better understand the instrument you've built. You'll learn what adjustments you can make to create better sounding instruments.
Instrument Acoustics also introduces you to data gathering and record keeping - the foundation of better acoustics. Learn how to choose the correct building materials, and how to work those materials down to the correct thickness for your project, instead of using a predetermined number. Explore the final stage of voicing, including tap-tuning for better results.
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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. |
