Book Description
The must-have book for guitar lovers and collectors that captures the history and heritage of the Martin Guitar Company-since 1833 the single-most important guitarmaker. Hundreds of full-color and vintage photographs illustrate the story of the various classic instruments and the performers who have made Martin the instrument of choice.
Martin Guitars: An Illustrated Celebration of America's Premier Guitarmaker FROM THE PUBLISHER
In this book, music writer Jim Washburn and guitar expert Richard Johnston follow the rich history of Martin, showing you what makes the instruments so special and how a company from rural Pennsylvania has grown from a one-man shop to an international star. Hundreds of photographs of classic instruments illustrate the story, including many pictures that have never before been published. Interviews with major rock, folk, and country stars who revere Martins round out the story.
FROM THE CRITICS
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Music writer Washburn and guitar expert Johnston detail the history of the company from its founding in 1833; the evolution of the various designs; past and present musicians who swear by these instruments; and the ways that Martin guitars have helped define country music, rockabilly, folk, and acoustic rock. Also included are interviews with musicians such as Stephen Sills and Joan Baez, hundreds of photographs of instruments, Martin facts and figures, and a step-by-step pictorial guide to the making of a Martin guitar. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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