Acquired of the Angels: The Lives and Works of Master Guitar Makers John D'Angelico and James L. D'Aquisto
Schmidt does a fine job uncovering what little there was to know about D'Angelico (much of it from D'Aquisto) and placing his work in the context of commercial guitar making. He provides a good study of D'Aquisto's overall career...gives a sense of their work and their contribution to guitar-making. (Journal Of The American Musical Instrument Society)Explores the lives and work of two prominent 20th-century American luthiers, John D'Angelico and his apprentice and protege, James D'Acquisto, including detailed description of their instrument construction techniques. (Reference and Research Book News)This is a beautiful book. There are superb color studio photos. The reader will enjoy this testimonial to the lives and the guitars of two exceptionally gifted and visionary builders. (Al)Acquired of the Angelsis a truly wonderful and carefully prepared book, and I highly recommend it. (Linda ManzerAmerican Lutherie)