Dana Bourgeois: 50 Years of Innovation, Tradition, and Tone

Today’s guest is a true icon in the world of acoustic guitar making. Someone whose influence has quietly shaped the way modern luthiers build, voice, and imagine the steel-string guitar.

With over 50 years of experience at the workbench, Dana Bourgeois has carved out a singular path in the craft, blending deep technical knowledge with a relentless pursuit of tone. From building his first guitar in a dorm room at Bowdoin College, armed only with a book and the encouragement of a woodworking father and machinist grandfather, Dana has gone on to inspire generations of builders and players alike.

Whether you’re a luthier, a player, or just someone fascinated by the intersection of tradition, innovation, and sound, this is a rare chance to learn from one of the most thoughtful and experienced voices in modern guitar making.

Here’s my conversation with Dana Bourgeois.

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