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- Tripp Sommer
- Username: sommert
- Location: Eugene, OR
- Joined PRX: Mar 21, 2004
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- "Handcrafting Mandolins"
- Summary: A visit to the workshop of master instrument-maker Gerald Anderson as he works alongside his luthier apprentice, award-winning musician Spencer Strickland.
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Review of Handcrafting Mandolins
Tripp Sommer
Posted on October 10, 2005 at 08:24 AM
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.