40+ Years of
Teaching the next generation of guitar making.

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Guitar Making & Repair Course
Help shape the Future of Music.

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A Tribute to Frank Ford 1944-2023
We’re deeply saddened to learn of Frank Ford’s passing. To learn more about his impact on the luthier community and help ensure his legacy, please consider a donation to the Frank Ford Scholarship Fund. For more information click the links below.

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GUITAR MAKING & REPAIR

The music won’t stop – and neither will we.

Now, more than ever, support for those who love and play music will be needed. We can teach you the skills that are essential to create and take care of musician’s instruments – everywhere. For over 40 years we have been providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to enter the world of professional guitar making and repair. Our five-month accredited course will give you a foundation of knowledge, experience, and creativity.

SPRING CLASS BEGINS ON JANUARY 13, 2025

Student aid and Veteran’s benefits are available to those who qualify.

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10 Week Intensive GUITAR REPAIR Course

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN GUITAR REPAIR?

Roberto-Venn’s new 10-week repair course prepares graduates for a job with retail music stores and repair facilities. A secondary objective is to prepare graduates for road tech work and for apprenticeships and entrepreneurial start-ups. Veterans benefits are available to those who qualify.

NEXT COURSE BEGINS ON OCTOBER 10, 2024

Course Details

Student-Made Guitars
Each student builds two ‘project’ guitars, including an acoustic steel string and an electric guitar or 4 or 5 string electric bass. Click below to see examples of student work.

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Scott Walker
Scott Walker honed his skills working alongside luthier Richard Hoover, of Santa Cruz Guitar Company, studying acoustic guitar construction.

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JASON KOSTAL
Kostal Guitars builds one of a kind, hand crafted instruments. Choosing a handmade instrument is an exciting endeavor that few have the opportunity to experience.

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