Hi Friends,
As we are on the thread of lute-bowls for the would-be builder (if it wasn't so difficult) I'd suggest a kit from The Early Music Shop. [1]http://www.earlymusicshop.com/product.aspx/en-GB/1000511-ems-7-cours e-renaissance-lute-kit They state the lute is designed in their own workshops, though I suspect it is an import from Pakistan. The bowl is ready-made, which from my own experience is the most difficult part of making a lute. Making it yourself will not have the same stigma as a Pakistani lute. There are dozens of other lute-rose designs on the internet to customize it to your own liking. Plus you will save at least 50% on the cost of buying a new one ready made. I have not bought anything from them myself, but notice they seem to be more geared towards the lute than ever before. If I was to set about making another, I'd probably buy their lute-pegs, which is another item that could be difficult if you don't know a good turner. Best Wishes Ron (UK) -- References 1. http://www.earlymusicshop.com/product.aspx/en-GB/1000511-ems-7-course-renaissance-lute-kit To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
