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 materials does Rick Kelly use to make his guitars?

Can you describe the process Rick follows to create a guitar?

Who are some notable musicians that have purchased guitars from Rick?

What is the significance of the wood used in Rick's guitars?

What emotions does Rick express about his work with guitars?