There are several different jazz guitars. The most common one is the Archtop which is created from a hollowed piece of solid wood and has a curved top and back. However, my all-time favourites are the gypsy jazz guitars, which were invented in Italy in the 1930s and are somewhat similar to a mandolin.

The first, most important thing, is the selection of the wood which will influence the sound and tone of the instrument. Different woods work better for different musicians. Once you start working on a guitar, the thickness of the components alters according to the elasticity of the wood.

Most of my customers are professional musicians. Italian lutherie is among the best in the world, however not many of us are capable of fully customising an instrument. People come to me because they see my instruments in a concert or shop, and together we create the perfect instrument for the hands and musical taste of the player.

Guitar making is not just about high quality or beautiful designs: every guitar has its own voice. I try to find the voice that will work best for a specific musician. Each commission marks the beginning of a long dialogue with my client: a journey inside their musical world.