Hi, Ernst! As an American who has made the "pilgrimage" to Rappottenstein with my partner twice now, I'd like to offer my wholehearted endorsement of Nupi and Simone's courses. I'm continually amazed that when asked about less expensive routes to gaining a high quality HG, newbies are never steered in the direction of Rappottenstein. Newcomers to instrument-making like my girlfriend Patricia (who speaks little German) can complete a professional-sounding instrument, complete with set-up and insurance of playability, in one ( albeit hectic) week of work, and enjoy the atmosphhere of an authentic 12th century Austrian castle, all for around 1200 Euros. Not to mention the great food and the hospitality and friendliness of the teachers and participants! The experience alone is worth the price of admission, but to return home with a beautiful, handmade, quality musical instrument is an incredible deal. I'd be going there every year if it weren't for my meager mailman's salary.
Kudos to Nupi and Simone for their great courses-- may they continue and prosper!! Kindest Regards, Dave Palmer ----- Original Message ----- From: Ernst Kainzmeier To: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 9:16 AM Subject: Castle Rappottenstein Re: [HG] Symphony Plans Hi Marc, GREAT! :o)) Then we'll meet again (if everything's goin' ok here) in summer. I guess you'll aspire for "ol' hand" - status at Rappottenstein course, right? For the moment I'm in front with 10 attendances and five HG's... ;o) Regards Ernst (Vienna/Austria) -------- Original-Nachricht -------- Datum: Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:32:13 +0100 Von: "Reymen Marc" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> An: [email protected] Betreff: Re: [HG] Symphony Plans Hallo Ernst.... never knew you are on the list to.... This year (if everything works out well )i'll be back and make a lute form hg to.....Nupi already agreed... Marc
