Wednesday, August 10, 2011

My Introduction to DiGiorgio Guitars

  A 1964 DiGiorgio No. 32.  Rescued from the scrap heap, it was one of those projects the owner planned but never got around to. It was in very poor condition, the top had several cracks and was separating from the body at the lower bout.  I cleaned it up, cleated all the cracks and re-glued the top, adding quality strings and a proper set-up.  
  How does it sound? This little gem rocks; with a beautiful full bodied tone (if texture had sound, think warm maple syrup), surprising volume and exceptional playability.
  So, I am one of their newest fans and would love to hear your DiGiorgio story.

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Bovine Anatomy 101


August 3, 2011 - A conversation on the front porch between Grady (my grandson) and myself. Grady: Why is Sally (the dog) by the fence? Papa; she went out to see the bull pass by. Grady; Where? Papa; right there. Grady; That doesn't look like a very good bull. Papa; Do you know what a good bull looks like because that one is a very good bull. Grady; Really? Papa; Yes, didn't you see that set of wheels? Grady; They have wheels?  A very big eyed Grady ran off to see the wheels on the bull. End of conversation...

Posted with his Mother's permission.