About this episode

James Trussart discusses the artistry and stories behind his guitar creations.

Every guitar James Trussart builds carries far more than steel, wood, and craftsmanship. It carries the influences of a life lived across France, Louisiana, and Los Angeles, a fascination with history, and an unwavering belief that every instrument should contribute something new to the ongoing conversation of the guitar. We talk about freedom, creativity, memory, music, travel, craftsmanship, and the responsibility of preserving stories before they’re lost. Along the way, James reflects o...

People in this episode

Host: Jamie Gale

Guest: James Trussart

Topics covered

• guitar craftsmanship
• music history
• creativity
• travel
• storytelling

Keywords

• guitar
• craftsmanship
• music
• creativity
• history
• travel
• storytelling

Mentioned in this episode

Places: France, Louisiana, Los Angeles

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