Education
Italian luthiery is appreciated worldwide: stringed instruments have always been considered the best, and today, classical guitars also hold a position of absolute relevance in the global market.
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Craftsmanship, however, does not seem to be a profession considered once studies are completed. It’s important to note that since the 1500s, Italy has boasted illustrious figures in every artistic field, blending art and craftsmanship. Building a musical instrument can truly be considered an art form in its own right.
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This project was created to bring the craft of luthiery into schools, from middle to high schools of all types, as well as conservatories.
Journey into the Classical Guitar
This project offers students an immersive experience in the world of luthiery, exploring the complex process of building a classical guitar.
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Through a detailed documentary and a live meeting with a master luthier, participants will discover the various skills required to create a unique musical instrument, from acoustic physics to botany, from the history of musical instruments to the chemistry of materials.
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This proposal not only enriches the school curriculum but also seeks to spark interest and inspire students to appreciate and perhaps explore a career in the crafts. It’s a unique opportunity to get close to an ancient craft and understand its cultural and artistic significance.
Experience Program
Duration (2h): 1h Documentary Screening + 1h Meeting with the Luthier
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Documentary Screening (1h): A visual journey through the 230 hours required to build a classical guitar, from selecting the woods to stringing the instrument.
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Meeting with the Luthier (1h): Q&A session, insights into craft careers, and live demonstrations.
Educational Objectives
Music and Art: Understand the history and evolution of the classical guitar. Italian luthiery has been a source of inspiration for the growth and development of musical instruments in every field.
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Craftsmanship: Develop an appreciation for the manual techniques of tradition and learn about some of the most common construction methods.
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Sciences: Explore the physical and chemical principles applied in luthiery.
The Documentary
The documentary captures all the construction phases of the parts needed to assemble a guitar, aiming to best summarize the approximately 230 hours required to create an instrument capable of producing sound.
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The documentary also serves to reveal everything hidden within the soundbox, which is often overlooked but plays a key role in shaping the distinctive tone of the guitar we are all accustomed to hearing.
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The idea of filming a documentary in collaboration with Roundwood Studios on the construction of a classical guitar stems from the need to document and educate people about what it truly means to craft a musical instrument that may seem simple at first glance but is incredibly complex once you understand the many operations and skills involved.
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Roundwood Studios is an audiovisual production company based in Passerano Marmorito (AT), dedicated to telling stories through a vintage aesthetic and the use of analog technologies in the digital age. With a special focus on photography and attention to detail, it employs vintage lenses and natural light to create evocative and authentic images.
The Partnership
