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OUR STORY

Welcome to the Guitar Build Workshop, where passion meets craftsmanship. Located in the heart of Nashville, TN, our workshop is dedicated to helping you learn the art of guitar building in a comfortable easily digestable format. Our experienced instructors and state-of-the-art facilities ensure an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, we welcome you to join us in creating the perfect instrument. Unleash your creativity and build the guitar you've always wanted.

Testimonials

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My wife bought me this class for a Christmas gift and it was such a great experience. I had such a great time putting together my guitar and learned a lot through the process. Josh was a great instructor and a fun dude. Would recommend this for anyone with an interest in guitars!
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Thomas S. - Franklin, TN
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Our Chefs
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OUR TEAM

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Josh Hurst

Master Luthier

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Owner of Guitar Build Workshop

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Gibson/Fender/StewMac​

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Greg Pauza

Master Luthier

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Owner of Pauza Mandolins

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Vermont Violins/Collings Guitars​​

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Taylor Stephens

Master Model Maker​

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Audio Engineer & Product Designer

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Fender R&D​

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Theo Butter Fajita 3000 Hurst

General Mgr of Snacks​

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GBW Volunteer

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Vizsla Club of Middle TN​​​​

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Steve Tracy

Plating Guru

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Owner of Guitar Build Workshop

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Advanced Plating​

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Erin Hurst

Administrator

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Guitar Build Workshop Events & Outreach

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Gustavo Gustavie

Master Repair Technician​

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GBW Volunteer

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Gruhn Guitars/Acreman Guitars​​​

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Wilson Acreman

Vice President of Acreman Guitars​

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GBW Volunteer

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Sheep-a-doodle​​​​

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Jeremy Colas

Master Luthier

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Design Engineer/Studio Musician

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Samick Guitars/Advanced Plating​

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Traci McDoniel

Events Manager​

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Sales & Events Manager for Corporate Team Building

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Gibson Guitar/University of Memphis​

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Luke Leonard

Machinist/Apprentice​

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GBW Volunteer

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One Ten Machining​​​​

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Kelly Butler

Master Luthier​

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Owner of K. Butler Guitars

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Gibson Custom Shop/First Act Guitars​

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Mariah Schneider

Guitar Tech

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Touring Musician

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Novo Guitars/Eastwood/​

Carter Vintage Guitars​

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Lance Acreman

Master Repair Technician​

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Touring Guitar Tech

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Reba McIntyre/Alabama/Avett Brothers​​​​

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Contact us

Guitar Build Workshop

1606 4th Ave North,

Nashville, TN 37208

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For fastest response please email at: Josh@guitarbuildworkshop.com

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Tel: 615-739-6572

 

NOTE: We share a phone system with Advanced Plating, so you have reached the correct number. :)

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