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TUTOR Chris Egerton
Stringed-instrument conservator and restorer Chris Egerton
presents an illustrated talk on three remarkable historical
instruments: the BM Citole, the Ledbury Lute and the earliest
known English guitar. Drawing on his personal experience of
conserving the instruments, two of which he discovered, Chris
explores their origins, construction, historical significance and
restoration. The session offers an insight into how historic
instruments are examined, understood and preserved for future
generations. It is suitable for musicians, makers, historians and
anyone interested in the cultural and material history of musical
instruments.
LEVEL: All levels
INSTRUMENTS: None
TUTOR Chris Egerton
Stringed-instrument conservator and restorer Chris Egerton
presents an illustrated talk on three remarkable historical
instruments: the BM Citole, the Ledbury Lute and the earliest
known English guitar. Drawing on his personal experience of
conserving the instruments, two of which he discovered, Chris
explores their origins, construction, historical significance and
restoration. The session offers an insight into how historic
instruments are examined, understood and preserved for future
generations. It is suitable for musicians, makers, historians and
anyone interested in the cultural and material history of musical
instruments.
LEVEL: All levels
INSTRUMENTS: None