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5 days ago · Learn how Rick Kelly and his apprentice Cindy Hulej craft guitars from repurposed wood from old buildings in New York City. Discover the history, sound, and stories behind each unique piece at their West Village shop.
- The Bones of Old New York
- From Bells to Barrooms
- Up The Neck
- Carmine Street Calling
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Although Kelly has built all kinds of guitars in his more than four decades at the workbench, he has become known for his Tele-style instruments in particular, some of which are slightly modified, while others aim pretty close to the original template. As for the wood, though, Kelly’s guitars adhere more closely to the very first pre-production Fen...
One of Kelly’s first notable reclamations included some wood from the 150-year-old NYC loft apartment of filmmaker Jim Jarmusch, a friend and client of Kelly’s. Distinguished sources have included the famous rockstar haunt, the Chelsea Hotel, historic NYC bars such as Chumley’s Speakeasy and McGurk’s Suicide Hall, and several other storied location...
Another aspect of the craft that Kelly has learned from older instruments, and which he has found to have been proven elsewhere, is the use of a big neck. When the customer will allow it, Kelly favours a chunky neck profile with substantial depth, and he’s convinced that this benefits both instrument and player in multiple ways. “Not only does it s...
Parallel to the wood he works with, Kelly has also found his New York City location conducive to the craft and contemplation of musical instrument making, as much for the artists who have wandered into his shop over the years – and often wandered out as friends – as for the history of the specific address itself. Kelly moved into his premises on th...
Rick Kelly builds guitars from old-growth pine salvaged from historic buildings in New York City, such as Trinity Church and Chelsea Hotel. Learn how he sources, seasons and crafts his instruments with a unique sound and history.
Jul 24, 2019 · Watch Rick Kelly, a craftsman who builds custom guitars out of old New York wood, and his customers, such as Lou Reed and Patti Smith. The film captures the charm and nostalgia of his shop and the music it inspires.
Cindy Pick Earrings x Tortoiseshell Triangle with Fishhook. $15.00. Carmine Street Guitars Pick Earrings x Black on White with Black Fishhook. $15.00. Carmine Street Guitars Pick Earrings x Blue//Green Pearloid with Fishhook. $15.00. Carmine Street Guitars Pick Earrings x Rainbow Pearloid Clip-Ons. $15.00.
