The Craft, Art, and Science of the Classical Guitar

Discover the artistry, science, and sound behind one of the world’s most beloved instruments in this fascinating program exploring the classical guitar. Through live musical performances and engaging discussion, guests will learn how a classical guitar is made, why certain woods are prized for instrument building, and how craftsmanship shapes tone and resonance.
The talk will also dive into the science of acoustics and the human perception of sound. How does the vibration of a plucked string become the music we hear? What made legendary guitarist Andrés Segovia’s tone so captivating? And how do musicians and makers evaluate the quality and sound of a guitar?
Whether you are a musician, music lover, science enthusiast, or simply curious, this unique event offers an exciting blend of history, craftsmanship, physics, and beautiful live music.
Oscar Azaret – luthier, engineer, guitarist, physics professor will link together the craft, art, and science of the classical guitar. In this multidimensional presentation, you will see guitars under construction, see animations of vibrations and sound propagation, explore the physiology of how our ears and brain perceive music, and hear beautiful music on three different classical guitars played by Berklee guitarist Jeffrey Aach.