Fingerboard Stories
How many guitars do you actually need? Some people (usually non-guitarists) would say the answer to that question is “one.” But those people are wrong. I’d counter that the answer is always “one more than you currently have.” Which is all well and good, until you try to explain this logic to your significant other.
“What kind of strings have you got on there?” I was stepping off stage at an open mic night when I was first asked this question, and it completely dumbfounded me. At this point in my life, I was young, naïve, and knew very little about my instrument.
More than 50 years ago, Bob Dylan released “Nashville Skyline.” His paean to American roots and country music, the record is today regarded as a Bob Dylan classic, and features one of the most iconic album covers in his discography.
When it comes to discussions of acoustic guitar tonewoods, mahogany, maple and rosewood usually dominate. And with good reason. They’re great to work with, provide rounded, three-dimensional tones, and look stunning to boot. It’s why they’re so widely used in acoustic guitar manufacturing today.
As many of you know, the idea for the Thalia Capo originated with my daughter Thalia, who came to me with her big idea when she was just 8-years old. Music was inspiration in our lives then and it continues today, as both of my girls have grown and continue to play guitar and ukulele.
Last night on Britain's Got Talent, we got to see another beautiful story unfold that I just have to share with you...
