Guitar Repairs and Lessons for the New River Valley
Serving Radford, Christiansburg, Floyd, Blacksburg, and surrounding areas of Southwestern Virginia
A Passion for Stringed Instruments
I started building my own instruments more than 20 years ago. I’m pleased to offer set up and repair for guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and other stringed instruments. Whether your instrument just needs a little tweak or something more involved, I’d be pleased to discuss it with you.
A Passion for Sharing Music
I’ve been playing guitar for over 30 years. I’ve also been playing claw-hammer banjo and old-time fiddle for more than 20 years. Sharing music is one of my favorite things to do!
Set up for Acoustic and Electric Instruments
Every instrument is more enjoyable to play when it is in top condition. A fresh set up for your instrument will allow you to express yourself as freely as possible. Find out how good your instrument can feel, play, and sound with a set of new strings, a truss rod adjustment, and freshly polished frets.
Repairs for Guitar, Banjo, etc.
When an instrument needs more than a set up it could be time for a new nut, a new bridge, or possibly fret work. In time, all string instruments need a little tender loving care. For maximum enjoyment it’s better to address issues as soon as possible.
No Charge Consultation
I’m glad to chat with folks about possible repairs with no obligation.
Lessons for Beginners
I offer beginner lessons for guitar (any style), claw-hammer banjo, and old-time fiddle. Lessons are between 30 and 50 minutes in duration.
Small Group Lessons
Do you have a small group of jam buddies that you would like to learn with? Great! This is one of the most fun ways to have music lessons.
Intermediate Lessons
I offer intermediate lessons for acoustic guitar and electric guitar in various styles. I also offer intermediate lessons for claw-hammer banjo, and old-time fiddle.