Podcast appearances and mentions of jeff jewitt

An inspiring and virtuosic fingerstyle player, Matt Thomas is also deeply knowledgeable and passionate about the world of boutique luthier-built guitars. He may even be considering a move into building himself! All told, he's the perfect non-luthier guest for this luthier series, able to nerd out about music and guitar craft in equal measure. In our chat, he shares his musical history and inspirations, from his wins at the Walnut Valley International Fingerstyle and Home of the Legends International Thumbpicking competitions; his long-running musical partnership with Dustin Furlow; to sharing the stage with legends like Tommy Emmanuel, Michael Kelsey, Stephen Bennett, among others. Through our discussion of his collaboration with Jeff Jewitt for his signature OM-C, we explore how our relationship to the instruments we play shapes our musical experience, and discuss the value of partnering with a great luthier to create your perfect guitar. Learn more about Matt: https://themattthomas.com/home Follow Matt on Instagram Matt's videos on YouTube Matt plays his arrangement of "Ashokan Farewell" on his custom Jewitt OM-C Cocobolo, and his original "Sky's Eyes" on a Skytop Grand Concert Maple. Jewitt Guitars at CVE

“I've always operated under the principle that if you can build a guitar, you can do anything.” Jeff Jewitt is the perfect representative of the collaborative spirit that now defines the guitar-making world. Likely a familiar face to fellow builders, Jeff's tints, stains and dyes company has supplied names big and small in the guitar world for decades. Fans of guitar-making content may have seen his StewMac collaborations, ending up on his channels where he gives a glimpse of the build process and demos his freshly completed guitars. Self-taught to start but influenced by his contemporaries, Jeff's guitars are a perfect mix of classic design with modern appointments, tone and style. Because he's always learning and pushing himself, he happily takes on challenging custom builds for folks like fingerstyle virtuoso Matt Thomas, expanding the bounds of what a Jewitt Guitar can be in the process. In the spirit of sharing, we discuss some of Jeff's advice for newer luthiers on the value of apprenticeship and self-promotion. He will be showcasing at Artisan in Harrisburg, PA next month on April 14-16, and teaching with fellow luthier Robbie O'Brien at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking in July 2023. Learn more about Jewitt Guitars: https://jewittguitars.com/ Follow Jeff on Instagram All available Jewitt Guitars at CVE Featured instruments: Jewitt OM-C Cedar/Cocobolo Jewitt 00-C Redwood/Walnut Jewitt 000-12 White Oak/Adirondack Featured musicians: Carl Miner, Lindsay Straw​

​Taylor Guitars  raises the bar for acoustic guitars. But how do you know which Taylor Guitar is right for your needs? Stay tuned to hear about some of the best Taylor Acoustic Guitars for 2022. Taylor Guitars has been at the forefront of guitar making for decades. And they show no sign of stopping. Taylor Guitars was named one of the most innovative manufacturers by Fast Company — but that's just the tip of the iceberg.  Taylor Guitars actually stand the test of time. They look phenomenal. They play incredibly with a variety of tones and body styles to accommodate any player.  I haven't liked every Taylor Guitar I've played, though. Sometimes they're too chime-y or thin. Despite this, I think Taylor still makes some unforgettable acoustic guitars. That's why this episode is covering the five best Taylor Acoustic Guitars.  In addition to hearing about Taylor Guitars, you'll also see... - Jeff Jewitt   - New York Rangers   - Mike Dawes - Bluegrass Life  

Jeff Jewitt has been interested in guitar building since the 1970s. As the inventor of TransTint dyes, Jeff is widely recognized as a leading expert in all types of finishes and is the author of five books on the subject. For our 55th episode of the podcast, Jeff talks about the start of his finishing products companies, as well as which solvents are most hazardous to your health (and how to safely use them). We also hear about Jeff's own line of guitars and his preferred finishing method for his own instruments. Link: https://homesteadfinishingproducts.com This episode is sponsored by Allied Lutherie and Dream Guitars.  

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Mike, Matt, and Ben answer 14 questions in another lightning round   Show notes: http://bit.ly/2JzIJZb   Heating and Cooling Your Shop by Barry NM Dima #265–Tools & Shops 2018 Issue      The Secret to Better Chiseling by Michael Pekovich #249–Sep/Oct 2015 Issue   Video: Bench Chisel Basics by Michael Pekovich #249–Sep/Oct 2015 Issue   Christian Becksvoort’s Shaker step stool   Rockler Soft Stem Bumpers   Lee Valley High-Friction Sheets   A Workbench 30 Years in the Making by Garrett Hack #209–Tools & Shops 2010 Issue   For a Benchtop, Use Light-Colored,Closed-Grained Wood by Matt Kenney #223–Tools & Shops 2012 Issue   Seal Your Project with Dewaxed Shellac by Jeff Jewitt #243–Nov/Dec 2014 Issue   Video: Can the Can(ned) Shellac by Michael Pekovich #256–Sep/Oct 2016 Issue   Video Workshop: Build an Arts and Crafts Coffee Table by Gregory Paolini   A Chessboard Made Easy by Craig Thibodeau #219–May/June 2011 Issue

Mike, Matt, and Ben answer 14 questions in another lightning round   Show notes: http://bit.ly/2JzIJZb   Heating and Cooling Your Shop by Barry NM Dima #265–Tools & Shops 2018 Issue      The Secret to Better Chiseling by Michael Pekovich #249–Sep/Oct 2015 Issue   Video: Bench Chisel Basics by Michael Pekovich #249–Sep/Oct 2015 Issue   Christian Becksvoort’s Shaker step stool   Rockler Soft Stem Bumpers   Lee Valley High-Friction Sheets   A Workbench 30 Years in the Making by Garrett Hack #209–Tools & Shops 2010 Issue   For a Benchtop, Use Light-Colored,Closed-Grained Wood by Matt Kenney #223–Tools & Shops 2012 Issue   Seal Your Project with Dewaxed Shellac by Jeff Jewitt #243–Nov/Dec 2014 Issue   Video: Can the Can(ned) Shellac by Michael Pekovich #256–Sep/Oct 2016 Issue   Video Workshop: Build an Arts and Crafts Coffee Table by Gregory Paolini   A Chessboard Made Easy by Craig Thibodeau #219–May/June 2011 Issue

Asa Christiana and Jeff Jewitt tackle your finishing-related questions. Plus, the cops show up to apprehend Jeff.

Asa Christiana and Jeff Jewitt tackle your finishing-related questions. Plus, the cops show up to apprehend Jeff.