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Introduction to Instrument Building:
Cigar Box & Strummer Dulcimer Stick

Learn the joy of building stringed instruments in this beginner class. This class is open to all levels of woodworkers and will cover instrument history, construction, fine-tuning and even how to play the instrument. Students will complete at least one instrument of their own creation. Instructor: Bill Weinert

Cost: $204

Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7121

Course Code            Date                  Time

CSP 4000 24307         W 8/21 – 9/25      5 – 9p

Registration Deadline: 8/14

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Fly Rod Making

Build or restore your own fly rod. Students will have a choice between building a graphite 9 ft. four-piece rod or for a small additional cost between $25 and $50 you may choose to build a bamboo rod between 6 ft. and 8 ft. long in a two-piece rod with two tips. Methodology of rod building will consist of techniques that are well over 100 years old. All materials will be provided but students are welcome to bring a rod for evaluation and restoration. Instructor: Tommy Thomas

Cost: $365

Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7121

Course Code            Date                  Time

CSP 4000 24185         T, Th 9/10 – 11/57 – 9p

Registration Deadline: 9/3

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Intermediate Instrument Building: Dulcimer

This course is open to students with a comfortable understanding of woodworking. Students will learn all the skills necessary to design and build a dulcimer. Students will complete at least one instrument of their own creation. Instructor: Bill Weinert

Cost: $204

Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7121

Course Code            Date                  Time

CSP 4000 24308         W 10/2 – 11/6      5 – 9p

Registration Deadline: 9/25

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Woodworking on a Budget 2

Throughout this course, students will garner a strong understanding of basic hand held power tools, as well as expand their abilities with hand tools, while they work to craft a fine side table. This course will place an emphasis on making the craft of woodworking an enjoyable and attainable hobby for anyone.Instructor: Bill Weinert

Cost: $204

Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7121

   Course Code            Date                  Time

CSP 4000 24309         M 10/7 – 11/8      5 – 9p

Registration Deadline: 9/30

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Advanced Instrument Building: Guitars

This course is open to students with a comfortable understanding of woodworking. Students will learn all the skills necessary to design and construct an acoustic guitar. Students will complete at least one instrument of their own creation. Instructor: Bill Weinert

Cost: $204

Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7121

Course Code            Date                  Time

CSP 4000 24310         T 11/12 – 12/10   5 – 9p

Registration Deadline: 11/5

Please click here to begin the registration process or call 828.565.4240