Juan ALVAREZ
1988 Madrid, Spain
Romantic Guitar No. 1490
Spruce Soundboard, Rosewood/Maple Back and Sides
Ebony Fingerboard, 625 mm string length, 48 mm nut
Total length 93 cm
SOLD (archive)
This remarkable copy of a Romantic guitar was built in 1988 for Peter Segal who used it in many concerts and recitals. Played recently in the shop by a wonderful Philadelphia performer, this guitar came to life and captivated both the player and several listeners with its ability to provide a special, authentic voice to the music of Sor, Giuliani, Diabelli and other early 19th century composers.