Michael Köhlmeier’s much-loved collection comprises 37 guitars, each with its own history and with which he has a special relationship: there are the cult electric guitars such as the Fender Stratocaster from 1968, but also the two Gibsons, the American Martin tenor guitar and many more. But Köhlmeier not only collects, he also plays passionately himself: at home every day, and often on stage in various formations. In this very personal book, he talks about his guitars, admired instrument makers and the feeling of power that his first encounter with amplifiers and electric guitars gave him. And he tells us how Django Reinhardt became his role model after an injury to his fretting hand – the master “with two crippled fingers”.
Music: Trio Mineur (Graz)
The trio consists of two guitars (Simon Reithofer, Dominik Simon) and a double bass (Lukas Straußberger). With their music they pay tribute to the legendary Django Reinhardt and revive his unique compositions. Their repertoire includes Reinhardt’s works as well as traditional Roma music.
Book table: Buch & Boot – Ihr Buchhändler aus Altaussee
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