Meet Wayne Henderson - He's made guitars for Eric Clapton, Brad Paisley, Doc Watson & More!

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  • čas přidán 7. 07. 2024
  • 🎸 Meet famous guitar maker Wayne Henderson! This interview takes place in his workshop in the Virginia mountains. He shares some of his trade secrets and even plays a tune for us.
    🌟 Listen to him talk about making guitars for some of the most famous musicians in the world, including Eric Clapton, Doc Watson, and Brad Paisley.
    0:00 Intro
    0:32 Wayne was a mail carrier
    1:00 How he got started making guitars
    5:56 What wood he uses
    10:08 How to get on his list for a guitar
    10:45 Famous people he's made guitars for
    12:14 Making a guitar for Eric Clapton
    17:00 Using abalone shell for guitar inlay
    19:31 Wayne plays a tune for us
    23:29 Wayne works on his latest guitar
    28:34 Wayne played for Hilary Clinton
    30:59 Wayne played for the Queen of England
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Komentáře • 52

  • @bluescreekguitars3346
    @bluescreekguitars3346 Před 3 dny +14

    I know this man since 2009 , he is a genuine good man. Kind , sharing ,talented, and friendly . That man is my friend , and I am proud to know him .

  • @ReverendSoupbone
    @ReverendSoupbone Před dnem +3

    I had the privilege of meeting and speaking with Wayne at Merlefest. Such a nice unassuming guy who was happy with some conversating! He and his daughter gave a presentation about building that was amazing. Big fan, a true character and gentleman!

  • @ralphglenz7207
    @ralphglenz7207 Před 5 dny +7

    Wayne is a National Treasure....Thank you for sharing this interview!!!

  • @tedgunderson67
    @tedgunderson67 Před dnem +2

    Was around that fellah growing up, had no clue I was in the midst of a living legend. He’s an absolute gentleman and treated me like royalty (10 year old boy who could hardly play).

  • @campparsonssundayschool7844
    @campparsonssundayschool7844 Před 18 hodinami +2

    E.C. Ball (Estil C. Ball) Gospel singer guitar player. Sang ‘Trials troubles tribulations’.

  • @duanethompson2360
    @duanethompson2360 Před dnem +1

    I met and played and did a workshop with him at Don and Susie’s house in Vancouver Washington in the 1990s. He was a very gracious person.

  • @howabouthetruth2157
    @howabouthetruth2157 Před dnem +2

    This was amazing! I really enjoyed it, and thank you SO much for doing this. Thanks to Mr. Wayne Henderson for being so gracious to have this interview! Such a wonderful man! God Bless you all !!!

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před dnem

      Wayne really was gracious to take a break from his work to talk to us. He mentioned PBS had been there the week before so I'm looking forward to that interview.

  • @stealingtomorrowband
    @stealingtomorrowband Před 2 dny +1

    I've never heard if this fella... I ran across this video looking around for guitar building videos..
    Wayne lives about 2.5 hours from where I'm at in Virginia..
    Wish there were more bass builders around.

  • @dj-bn1fj
    @dj-bn1fj Před 6 dny +4

    I have read the book not long after it came out, went with my dad as he and Wayne set down and talked for a while. I got Wayne to sign my book and he told me Allen was there so find him to get it sign so I got both of them to sign my book an been on the shelf since then. That was June 16 2012 and my dad was so happy to talk to Wayne as my dad played just about anything with strings.

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před 5 dny

      That is awesome! I kicked myself after leaving for not getting Wayne's autograph.

  • @gregmaryhughes6830
    @gregmaryhughes6830 Před 20 hodinami +1

    I've read "Clapton's Guitar" but it's a treat to just hear what a down-to-earth, humble guy Wayne is. It's nice to know there are people with talent who stay grounded in this age where there are many with not so much talent who think so much of themselves.

    • @Lookup2Wakeup
      @Lookup2Wakeup Před 14 hodinami

      There's no evidence that Clapton ever played that guitar. His tech took possession of it at Heathrow airport & it has never been seen since....😂

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před 11 hodinami

      Interesting..​@@Lookup2Wakeup

  • @guitarsandsuchetc
    @guitarsandsuchetc Před 2 hodinami

    What a great life to have to be able to be making guitars.

  • @marvinpues
    @marvinpues Před 5 dny +2

    Nice interview, and great example of just doing what you love. Seems humble and kind.

  • @stonephilips9361
    @stonephilips9361 Před 19 hodinami +2

    Great interview😉

  • @Michael2x
    @Michael2x Před dnem

    I’d never be able to afford one of his guitars, but they sure do sound and look awesome!

  • @richardkent2200
    @richardkent2200 Před dnem +1

    Beautiful

  • @Jerryfmccarthy
    @Jerryfmccarthy Před 24 minutami

    What a wonderful story, thank you for sharing this. I did purchase the book . Will try and make the festival.
    Peace
    Jerry

  • @jpobrien5418
    @jpobrien5418 Před 5 dny +2

    Wayne is truly a national treasure and his guitars are absolutely top notch. I would love to play one some day. I really enjoyed this interview. I hope to one day get up there to meet him and pick a tune or two. Thank you for posting this it was fascinating. So glad i stumbled upon your channel i will gladly subscribe. Cheers..

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před 5 dny

      Thank you so much. Im so glad you enjoyed it. Meeting Wayne is one of the highlights of my life.

  • @tonyhills2112
    @tonyhills2112 Před dnem

    Great video! Gotta love Wayne!

  • @Big.E
    @Big.E Před 2 dny

    Wow, what a great human, I'd rather a guitar from this man than any other maker 🎸👍😊

  • @robd7703
    @robd7703 Před 20 hodinami

    What a wonderful story. Thank you.

  • @gregjohnson6329
    @gregjohnson6329 Před 23 hodinami

    Read the book Clapton’s Guitar years ago. Wish they were not so out of reach for the many but great book.

  • @tonyshoe3131
    @tonyshoe3131 Před 5 dny +1

    I wished he was my neighbor.

  • @petersheely7246
    @petersheely7246 Před 3 dny +1

    👌😃

  • @robinhenderson5202
    @robinhenderson5202 Před dnem

    Enjoyed this video! The neck on the guitar is so pretty!🤩I wonder if he's a distant relative of mine!😂😂❤

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před dnem

      We loved learning about how he hand saws the pearl from abalone shells for the beautiful inlay. Just assume you're related. Why not?! :)

    • @robinhenderson5202
      @robinhenderson5202 Před dnem +1

      @@thetrippylife3948 😄👍Will do! I thought it was a cool idea about recycling wooden furniture into guitars, too! Genius! Thank y'all for taking time to take the trip and make the video!💓

  • @saintmichael1874
    @saintmichael1874 Před 5 dny +1

    Wayne, who are you training / or who is documenting your build techniques?

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před 5 dny +3

      He talks about how his daughter is building guitars now in the interview.

    • @saintmichael1874
      @saintmichael1874 Před 4 dny

      @@thetrippylife3948 Thank you. : )

    • @thetrippylife3948
      @thetrippylife3948  Před 4 dny +1

      @@saintmichael1874 Check out his daughter's website. Her name is Jayne Henderson.

    • @MrMorrisonAF
      @MrMorrisonAF Před 2 dny

      Glad someone is keeping the family traditions alive.. gorgeous instruments

    • @Wobbz9413
      @Wobbz9413 Před dnem

      If you actually listen, you might learn something....

  • @Peter-ic7vj
    @Peter-ic7vj Před 4 dny +1

    Contact info for wayne henderson..????

  • @guitarsandsuchetc
    @guitarsandsuchetc Před 2 hodinami

    His daughter paid off student loans by a building a guitar