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The New Yorker Special
Handcrafting a Guitar
| Length: | 30 min |
| Released: | 1986 |
| Ages: |
High School College Adult Junior High School |
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This beautiful film portrays the life and artistry of renowned guitar builder James D'Aquisto.
D'Aquisto exemplifies what it means to be a great craftsman. Each guitar represents his total commitment to his art. At a time when instruments are mostly factory-made, it is impressive to learn that it takes him a month to complete one guitar by hand. He reminisces about his 12-year apprenticeship.
The film takes us to the Village Vanguard in New York City, where we enjoy the sound of D'Aquisto's guitars at a lively concert by the Jim Hall Trio. We also hear jazz guitarist Joe Puma play in D'Aquisto's workshop
D'Aquisto exemplifies what it means to be a great craftsman. Each guitar represents his total commitment to his art. At a time when instruments are mostly factory-made, it is impressive to learn that it takes him a month to complete one guitar by hand. He reminisces about his 12-year apprenticeship.
The film takes us to the Village Vanguard in New York City, where we enjoy the sound of D'Aquisto's guitars at a lively concert by the Jim Hall Trio. We also hear jazz guitarist Joe Puma play in D'Aquisto's workshop
"A fine tribute to an exceptional artisan." - Landers Film Reviews
"Entertaining choice for public libraries." - Booklist
"Entertaining choice for public libraries." - Booklist
Bookllist, Selected Films for Young Adults, 1987
National Educational Film and Video Festival, 1987
Blue Ribbon, American film Festival, 1986
Award for Stylistic Merit, Athens International Film Festival, 1986
National Educational Film and Video Festival, 1987
Blue Ribbon, American film Festival, 1986
Award for Stylistic Merit, Athens International Film Festival, 1986
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