A Luthier’s Tale: Opening Reception at 108 Contemporary

Join us for the opening reception of “A Luthier’s Tale: The Craft of Stringed Instruments” on Friday, July 2, 2021 from 6-9 pm.

108|Contemporary is excited to present “A Luthier’s Tale: The Craft of Stringed Instruments.” Guest curator Benjamin Liggett brings together local and regional makers in an exhibition dedicated to the art, craft, and design of stringed instruments. Following his training at the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery in Phoenix, Arizona, Liggett became a full-time luthier at Bishline Banjos where he worked for 8 years. He currently works full time at Liggett Guitars. Liggett conveys his passion for creating instruments in this exhibition, which is a survey of stringed instruments from a variety of luthiers that represent the culture and craftsmanship of our region. With a documentary of the making process, a wide range of educational programs, and a multitude of performances, this show shines a light on this incredible craft. In addition to the display of the instruments themselves, the exhibition will be enhanced by various activities to enrich the perspectives and engage the community of Greater Tulsa while emphasizing the city’s important contributions to the music world.

This exhibition and all of its programming is funded in part by Oklahoma Humanities (OH) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). The program is also made possible by Kinder Morgan Foundation, Flint Family Foundation, Cecil & Virgie Burton Foundation, Burt Holmes and Jean Ann Fausser