In Loulé you can learn to build guitars
The meaning of the word Luthier is not of common knowledge (comes from the french “luth” – lute), but this is the name of the professional spscialized in build string music instruments. It isa very old profession, which is disappearing and there are few masters still working.
As there is not much technical formation, knowledge is passed from master to apprentice.
Manuel Amorim, the luthier responsible for the Luthier Studio (part of the Loulé Criativo network), recently begun the first course of Building String Music Instruments (chordophones) in Loulé.
The course will have about 260 hours, post work schedule, an dthe purpose is to learn how to buil a classic guitar, or other string instrument, according to the project. At the end, trainees will be able to identify materials and their complexities (mainly types of wood), classify string instruments grouping them in groups according to their shape, sound, tone, and will have the basis about the design appropriate to the result, painting, finishing, final touches, regulation and tuning of the instrument.
For more information visit the Luthier Studio (in Solar das Palmeiras, Loulé) or contact 917049669
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