The New Yorker special [electronic resource] / by Fred Cohen.

The New Yorker special [electronic resource] / by Fred Cohen.

New York, NY : Filmakers Library, 1986.

English

This edition in English.

1 online resource (26 min.).

This beautiful film portrays the life and artistry of renowned guitar builder James D'Aquisto. D'Aquisto exemplifies what it means to be a great craftsman. Each guitar represents his total commitment to his art. At a time when instruments are mostly factory-made, it is impressive to learn that it takes him a month to complete one guitar by hand. He reminisces about his 12-year apprenticeship. The film takes us to the Village Vanguard in New York City, where we enjoy the sound of D Aquisto s guitars at a lively concert by the Jim Hall Trio. We also hear jazz guitarist Joe Puma play in D'Aquisto s workshop.

Originally released as DVD.
Title from resource description page (viewed May 24, 2011).

For High School; College; Adult; Junior High School audiences.

Award for Stylistic Merit, Athens International Film FFestival, 1986
Blue Ribbon, American film Festival, 1986
Bookllist, Selected Films for Young Adults, 1987
National Educational Film and Video Festival, 1987

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