Q: How long does it take to make a Macica Instrument?
A: My instruments are all fine, crafted instruments done by hand.. on average it takes about four months.

Q: Where can I find access to try out one of your instruments?
A: I have a workshop in Schuylerville, New York (20 minutes east of Saratoga Springs; 40 minutes north of Albany). I am located at 98 Broad Street and my shop number is 518-695-3029.

Q: What festivals/conventions do you attend?
A: I attend the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, the IBMA Convention in Kentucky and the Podunk Festival in Hartford, Connecticut.

Q: Do you make A-style and left-handed mandolins?
A: Yes, I can customize an instrument however the customer would like.

Q: Do you have any instruments that are ready to sell?
A: Yes, I have one F-style mandolin and four more that I am finishing up for the upcoming festivals. A Macica Viola is also available. I am presently working on a Mandolin Quartet.

Q: Do you make any other instruments?
A: Yes, I build mandolins, violins, violas, cellos, and viols. (anything that is arched top)

Q: Where have your instruments been played?
A: They have been played at the Grand Ole Opry, The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Albany Symphony, and many Bluegrass bands.

Q: Do you stain your mandolins?
A: No, I do not stain my mandolins. I put all my color in the varnish, I find it is more transparent and brings out the beauty of the wood more. Plus, I feel stain has a tendency to clog the pores of the wood.

Q: Do you make arched fingerboards?
A: Yes, I make arched and flat fingerboards.