Summary: A visit to the workshop of master instrument-maker Gerald Anderson as he works alongside his luthier apprentice, award-winning musician Spencer Strickland.
Wonderful mix of actuality sounds (wood being sanded) and interview, with narration. Would really like to hear a longer version. There's something about listening to craftsmen building real thing sin the this day and age of electronics and virtual products.
Reporter Connie Stevens says it takes about 80 hours to make a mandolin. In this 3 and a half minute piece she uses strong production skills and clear writing to give us insight into the overall process. AND we get to hear some nice mando picking! A fine blend of music, quotes and narrative.
Comments for Handcrafting Mandolins
Produced by Connie Stevens
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Chris Frear
Posted on November 08, 2005 at 02:49 PM | Permalink
Review of Handcrafting Mandolins
Wonderful mix of actuality sounds (wood being sanded) and interview, with narration. Would really like to hear a longer version. There's something about listening to craftsmen building real thing sin the this day and age of electronics and virtual products.
A classy piece. Keep up the good work.
Tripp Sommer
Posted on October 10, 2005 at 08:24 AM | Permalink
Review of Handcrafting Mandolins
Reporter Connie Stevens says it takes about 80 hours to make a mandolin. In this 3 and a half minute piece she uses strong production skills and clear writing to give us insight into the overall process. AND we get to hear some nice mando picking! A fine blend of music, quotes and narrative.