What education do you need to become a luthier?

What education do you need to become a luthier?

First, you’ll need to start by earning your high school diploma. If you decide to attend guitar luthier school like Musicians Institute, you’ll want to have a basic high school education to provide you with a strong foundation. Many luthiers started by teaching themselves the basics of guitar making and repair.

Why take a lutherie guitar course?

You will be learning proper techniques of Lutherie! The course is taught with just 2 students under the direct supervision of Luthier Eric Schaefer, so you can expect individualized attention on your guitar. All parts and materials are provided. No experience necessary.

What is the luthier school instructional block?

The purpose of this instructional block is to introduce the luthier school student to the various concepts concerning the dynamics and physical characteristics of electric, acoustic, and bass guitars via live demonstrations and extensive hands-on evaluations.

Are there any estimable schools of Luthiery in the world?

3.) I don’t doubt that there are some estimable schools of luthiery in the world, though I have never attended one and really don’t know much about them…except that the tuition and collateral costs (materials for your first guitar, which will probably be unsalable, travel, meals and lodging away from home, etc.) are very substantial.