Re: Luthier School
I'll chime in my 2c here ....
I spent 2 months at the Galloup School last spring - I was in between "day jobs" and found that the Journeyman program provided the systematic, thorough, hands-on approach that I was looking for in order to develop foundation skills and knowledge for instrument building and repair. I am continuing to use this as a hobby/sidelight, as I don't yet have the skills or experience to make a career of it. I didn't expect that from a 2 month course... but I do believe it was a very good course and a good value for the tuition. The course is well-organized, the shop is very well set up and supplied, and tuition includes materials, access to all needed tools, and lodging (which was a major factor for me). I will echo what Jacob said ... Russ (the main instructor) is a good teacher. Bryan is incredibly skilled, but does not do much of the direct teaching at all.
For myself... I'm really glad I did it. I am much better equipped than I was before in terms of hand skills, construction knowledge, and confidence. Because I am in my 40's (with financial obligations) and was in between jobs, I did not have the option of enrolling in a longer course either there or at one of the other schools. For me, it was a good choice. But I was not expecting it to launch me in a new career by itself. I came away feeling good about what I had learned, and knowing that what I need now is a LOT more hands-on experience.
KE
ps. to the original poster... if you want to ask more detailed questions about my experience, feel free to PM me.
Karen Escovitz
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