The values behind my work and some events that shaped them.
The type of guitars I build and the scope of services I provide.
Here are Turrentine Guitars for sale by me or the current owner.
Details on placing an order and resources for my guitar owners.
A list of selected classical guitarists playing Turrentine Guitars.
This is a platform for articles, videos and photos of the guitars.
Crafting a Musical Instrument...
It's not easy to practice hours per day and create habits of success. There are many frustrations. The last thing thoughtful, dedicated musicians want is to question whether their rate of success is being diminished by their instrument.
Here are some recent guitar projects that represent some fresh ideas inspired by both customer requests and my inability to surpress the creative impulse.
I have been receiving indications that my efforts to showcase Osage Orange in the classical guitar world are bearing some fruit. Here is one custom project for a wonderful customer in Texas that represents the tonewood well.
This project featuring quilted maple, a black walnut neck and custom tuners by Jorg Graf, has a creamy, balanced sound, great presence and an aesthetic in search of a display case.
Commissioned by guitarist Stanley Yates, this guitar pairs the traditional treble stings with bass courses to place Baroque guitar music within the context of the modern sound.
