It may be that trying to agree on the individual specs for the perfect gurdy may be self-defeating. Could we just pick an existing gurdy plan that is already available and agree to comment on that build, as a group? The questions and comments we share building any model gurdy would benefit all builders. Individuals could adapt and modify to meet their needs while still participating and contributing to the specific model gurdy agreed on as a group.
Since Alden and Cali have written 'Notes on Dewit hurdy-gurdy plans' I think we could use that for our group build. They have already offered a lot of instruction toward that model, used copies of 'Making and Playing Musical Instruments' are inexpensive, and the resulting gurdy should be fine for a beginners instrument. I am building Graeme McCormack's 'Jiri', but will also build and contribute toward whichever instrument this group decides on. The important thing is to take advantage of Alden's proposal for a 'builders topic', and discuss building any gurdy, rather than risk no discussion at all. Tim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "hurdygurdy" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/hurdygurdy The rules of posting, courtesy, and other list information may be found at http://hurdygurdy.com/mailinglist/index.htm. To reduce spam, posts from new subscribers are held pending approval by the webmaster.
