ErnieM is a god

[GrantW]

Well, he should be! Hello everyone. ErnieM's project thread on his harpsichord build is what brought me to this site. After reading through the first several installments and user comments, I could tell that this was a special site.

About Me:
First, I am not a woodworker, but have long desired to build a keyboard instrument. So far, it just hasn't been in the cards (no place for shop, time, etc). Ernie's thread offers, by far, the best insight into what is involved in such a massive undertaking. I reside in Concord, NC. Anyway, I look forward to hanging around, reading, and learning from what looks like a great community.

Grant

 

[Mt. Gomer]

Welcome Grant! Glad to have you!

 

[nelsone]

Glad to have you join, We all thoroughly enjoyed Ernie's tread and found it quite interesting. Shoot him a PM. I'm sure he'd be willing to discuss it with you.

 

[LeftyTom]

Glad you found NCWW, Grant. Read and take part as time allows.

 

[ErnieM]

Grant,

You're certainly correct about this being a special site. I hope you take the time to look through the site at some of the great projects being done by our members.

The Harpsichord Project series that you so kindly mentioned has been turned into a book. I've made it available to NCWW members. If you have a PC and would like a copy you can download it here.
Welcome to NCWW and shoot me a PM if you have any harpsichord questions.

Ernie

 

[GrantW]

Grant,

You're certainly correct about this being a special site. I hope you take the time to look through the site at some of the great projects being done by our members.

The Harpsichord Project series that you so kindly mentioned has been turned into a book. I've made it available to North Carolina Woodworker members. If you have a PC and would like a copy you can download it here.
Welcome to North Carolina Woodworker and shoot me a PM if you have any harpsichord questions.

Ernie

Thank you sir. I will definitely grab it and read it. Again, very well done!

Thanks for all the welcomes, everyone.

Grant

 

[Canuck]

:icon_cheersWelcome to the site, Grant!!!:icon_cheers

Glad that you have found us and appreciate the fine work of members like Ernie. He is one that shares plenty of knowledge and inspiration to all of us.

Enjoy, post often and don't forget the pictures of your work!

Wayne

 

[Bas]

Welcome Grant. Building a harpsichord is not all that difficult really. All you have to do is cut/ fabricate the pieces that make up a harpsichord, and then assemble it. If you get stuck, feel free to ask advice here, we'll convert you to woodworkerism in no time at all

 

[Ray Martin]

Grant,

Welcome to the site. Glad you joined us.

 

[red]

Welcome to the forum.

Red

 

[GrantW]

Hi, Bas. No, I have no delusions of building an instrument anytime soon. Right now, I'm just looking to get started in the art of woodworking. I have no room at the moment for a shop of any size, so it is going to be strictly small and simple for some time. Thanks for the welcome, and I'm sure I will have more than my share of questions as time passes!

Grant

Welcome Grant. Building a harpsichord is not all that difficult really. All you have to do is cut/ fabricate the pieces that make up a harpsichord, and then assemble it. If you get stuck, feel free to ask advice here, we'll convert you to woodworkerism in no time at all

 

[CarvedTones]

Hi, Bas. No, I have no delusions of building an instrument anytime soon. Right now, I'm just looking to get started in the art of woodworking. I have no room at the moment for a shop of any size, so it is going to be strictly small and simple for some time. Thanks for the welcome, and I'm sure I will have more than my share of questions as time passes!

Grant

Welcome, Grant!

Don't worry; Bas always makes things sound more complex than they really are...

You just start with a large log and carve away the non-piano bits.. :gar-La;

 

[Trent Mason]

Welcome to the site Grant. :eusa_clap:eusa_clap:eusa_clap Sounds like you've got some very cool aspirations. This is a wonderful group of folks. It's great that you could join us. :icon_thum

 

[GrantW]

Started making sawdust today. I am working on a workbench for the garage. When I am done I will share some pics.

Grant