Carmine Street Guitars, Crafting music from NYC's past

Rick Kelly, a custom guitar maker at Carmine St. Guitars, uses reclaimed wood from old New York City buildings and 200-year-old trees to craft unique instruments. He describes his process, from sourcing materials to finishing with shellac, and shares the joy of giving new life to historic wood. Notable musicians like Bob Dylan and Lou Reed have purchased his guitars, highlighting the blend of history and music in his work.

What unique material does Rick Kelly use to make his guitars?

• Glass

• Metal

• Reclaimed wood

• Plastic

Which of the following is NOT a step in Rick's guitar-making process?

• Denailing the wood

• Sanding the surface

• Applying shellac finish

• Painting with acrylics

What type of finish does Rick primarily use on his guitars?

• Lacquer

• Varnish

• Polyurethane

• Shellac

Which famous musician is NOT mentioned as a customer of Rick's guitars?

• Elton John

• Bob Dylan

• Lou Reed

• Roger Waters

What feeling does Rick describe when giving new life to old materials?

• Satisfaction

• Indifference

• Frustration

• Confusion