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My real breakthrough came when I discovered by accident that “Anniesland College” in Glasgow ran a course in acoustic instrument repair and construction.  

Although living in the North East of Scotland and working full time in the Oil Industry, I contacted one of the course tutors Paul Hyndland and they were prepared to admit me on a part time basis.  Having family living in the area I was able to travel down for one week per month and I completed my studies in this fashion.  The two Lecturer’s there were an inspiration to me, Paul Hyndland is a fine violin maker and Bill Kelday produces the finest guitars I’ve had the pleasure to play, visit their websites to find out more.  

These days my time is divided between building, repairing and occasionally popping along to the local folk club to catch up with old friends.  Out with the guitar world I get the odd opportunity to pop down to Paisley with my son to watch  St.Mirren F.C. battling against the odds for survival in the cut throat Premier League.