THE COLORADO LUTHIER EXPO
If you are a luthier, or want to become one, this is the must-attend event of the year! The Colorado Luthier Expo serves to:
1. Bring together luthiers of all specialties and skill levels from all over the Rocky Mountain region to meet and share information and inspiration in a spirit of cooperation and camaraderie.
2. Give luthiers an opportunity to exhibit their work to and receive feedback from fellow luthiers.
3. Provide stimulating educational lectures and demonstrations on a wide range of topics of interest to the lutherie community.
CURRENTLY SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS
(subject to change)
THE HISTORY & MYSTERY OF THE MISSING McCARTY GUITARS
Presented by Duane M. Evarts, Guitar Show Organizer/Promoter
I. Guitar 'Pop Quiz'
II. A funny thing happened on the way to work
III. The 'Ted McCarty' Story... (who's Ted McCarty?)
IV. Questions & Answers
EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT TRUSS RODS...
BUT COULDN'T FIND ON THE INTERNET
Presented by Matt Flaherty, Owner/Luthier - Texas Toast Custom Guitars
I. What is a truss rod?
II. Different styles of truss rods
a) Passive Rod
b) Active Rod Traditional
c) Active Rod Modern
d) Hybrid Designs
III. Tips, Tricks & Tools
IV. Questions and Answer
1962 FENDER JAZZMASTER RESTORATION PROJECT
Presented by Stanley Plant - the Guitar Repair Doc
I. Introduction
II. About the guitar
III. Special considerations
IV. The restoration process
V. The finished product
VI. Questions & Answers
VIOLIN ADJUSTMENT
Presented by Ron Jones, Luthier/Owner - Ron Jones Violin & Guitar, Parker, CO
I. Personal Introduction
II. Violin Adjustment
a) Bridge Placement
b) Sound Post adjustment
c) String Length, Tailpiece adjustment (fine tuning)
d) Peg Maintenence
III. General Maintenence & care
IV. Bow Adjustment & Operation
V. Questions & Answers