Splendor In The Grass

40398 Sierra Drive

Chris Waldschmidt

Chris Waldschmidt is a builder of electric guitars, electric mandolins, and other musical instruments. In 2013 he attended a guitar building course at the American School of Lutherie. He currently builds instruments at his workshop in Three Rivers, CA. In addition to stringed instruments, Chris recently built a historically accurate replica of a 1929 RCA Theremin. Chriswaldschmidt@yahoo.com  or www.facebook.com/waldschmidtguitars.  Come meet Chris at Splendor In the Grass, 40398 Sierra Drive.

Jeff Jay

As  teenager, Jeff Jay started making guitars with his cousin. After moving to the states in 1985, he continued to hone his craft. Depending on what style of music the guitar is going to be used for Jeff pays special attention to wood selection and guitar shape. He has sold guitars in Wisconsin and California.  Meet Jeff at Splendor In The Grass, 40398 Sierra Drive.

Noah Watenmaker

Noah Watenmaker is an experimental luthier whose focus is unique designs, innovative functionality, and exotic wood selections. He studied at the Roberto Venn School of Luthiery and under Fred Carlson in 2006, and will be showcasing one-of-a-kind sculptural prototype instruments. Instagram: @laguardia_guitars.  See Noah and his creations at Splendor In The Grass, 40398 Sierra Drive.

Martin Pugh

After blazing new trails throughout Europe with Steamhammer, Martin then moved to California and signed a deal with A&M Records, recording the Armageddon album in 1974. When Keith Relf’s sudden death dissolved the band, and with the music scene’s sharp turn away from his personal interests in the late 70’s and early 80’s, Martin decided to settle down in the quiet, rustic town of Three Rivers in Central California, with his wife and two daughters. Since that time, Pugh has immersed himself in American blues. Come meet Martin and see his guitars at Splendor In The Grass, 40398 Sierra Drive.  https://steamhammer.com/

Dave Philp

My name is Dave Philp and I am the owner of Joel Austin Guitars. From the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the San Joaquin Valley, each guitar I make is a story of California. I enjoy working with local woods and like to showcase them. If you are interested in a particular wood, or if you have wood that you would like transformed into a guitar, give me a call so we can talk about it. I am always open to a new creative adventure.  https://www.joelaustinguitars.com  Come see Dave's incredible work at Splendor In The Grass, 40398 Sierra Drive.