Meet Wayne Henderson - He's made guitars for Eric Clapton, Brad Paisley, Doc Watson & More!

🎸 Meet famous guitar maker Wayne Henderson! This interview takes place in his workshop in the Virginia mountains. He shares some of his trade secrets and even plays a tune for us.
🌟 Listen to him talk about making guitars for some of the most famous musicians in the world, including Eric Clapton, Doc Watson, and Brad Paisley.
0:00 Intro
0:32 Wayne was a mail carrier
1:00 How he got started making guitars
5:56 What wood he uses
10:08 How to get on his list for a guitar
10:45 Famous people he's made guitars for
12:14 Making a guitar for Eric Clapton
17:00 Using abalone shell for guitar inlay
19:31 Wayne plays a tune for us
23:29 Wayne works on his latest guitar
28:34 Wayne played for Hilary Clinton
30:59 Wayne played for the Queen of England
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[@bluescreekguitars3346]

I know this man since 2009 , he is a genuine good man. Kind , sharing ,talented, and friendly . That man is my friend , and I am proud to know him .

[@thetrippylife3948]

That's awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@ReverendSoupbone]

I had the privilege of meeting and speaking with Wayne at Merlefest. Such a nice unassuming guy who was happy with some conversating! He and his daughter gave a presentation about building that was amazing. Big fan, a true character and gentleman!

[@thetrippylife3948]

Nice! Thanks for sharing.

[@ReverendSoupbone]

btw…great interview!!!

[@thetrippylife3948]

@@ReverendSoupbone Thank you!

[@ralphglenz7207]

Wayne is a National Treasure....Thank you for sharing this interview!!!

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you for listening!

[@dj-bn1fj]

I have read the book not long after it came out, went with my dad as he and Wayne set down and talked for a while. I got Wayne to sign my book and he told me Allen was there so find him to get it sign so I got both of them to sign my book an been on the shelf since then. That was June 16 2012 and my dad was so happy to talk to Wayne as my dad played just about anything with strings.

[@thetrippylife3948]

That is awesome! I kicked myself after leaving for not getting Wayne's autograph.

[@marvinpues]

Nice interview, and great example of just doing what you love. Seems humble and kind.

[@tedgunderson67]

Was around that fellah growing up, had no clue I was in the midst of a living legend. He’s an absolute gentleman and treated me like royalty (10 year old boy who could hardly play).

[@thetrippylife3948]

I love hearing these stories. Thanks for sharing!

[@campparsonssundayschool7844]

E.C. Ball (Estil C. Ball) Gospel singer guitar player. Sang ‘Trials troubles tribulations’.

[@howabouthetruth2157]

This was amazing! I really enjoyed it, and thank you SO much for doing this. Thanks to Mr. Wayne Henderson for being so gracious to have this interview! Such a wonderful man! God Bless you all !!!

[@thetrippylife3948]

Wayne really was gracious to take a break from his work to talk to us. He mentioned PBS had been there the week before so I'm looking forward to that interview.

[@Michael2x]

I’d never be able to afford one of his guitars, but they sure do sound and look awesome!

[@Big.E]

Wow, what a great human, I'd rather a guitar from this man than any other maker 🎸👍😊

[@duanethompson2360]

I met and played and did a workshop with him at Don and Susie’s house in Vancouver Washington in the 1990s. He was a very gracious person.

[@thetrippylife3948]

What an experience!

[@richardkent2200]

Beautiful

[@jpobrien5418]

Wayne is truly a national treasure and his guitars are absolutely top notch. I would love to play one some day. I really enjoyed this interview. I hope to one day get up there to meet him and pick a tune or two. Thank you for posting this it was fascinating. So glad i stumbled upon your channel i will gladly subscribe. Cheers..

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you so much. Im so glad you enjoyed it. Meeting Wayne is one of the highlights of my life.

[@stonephilips9361]

Great interview😉

[@stealingtomorrowband]

I've never heard if this fella... I ran across this video looking around for guitar building videos.. Wayne lives about 2.5 hours from where I'm at in Virginia.. Wish there were more bass builders around.

[@gregmaryhughes6830]

I've read "Clapton's Guitar" but it's a treat to just hear what a down-to-earth, humble guy Wayne is. It's nice to know there are people with talent who stay grounded in this age where there are many with not so much talent who think so much of themselves.

[@Lookup2Wakeup]

There's no evidence that Clapton ever played that guitar. His tech took possession of it at Heathrow airport & it has never been seen since....😂

[@thetrippylife3948]

Interesting..​@@Lookup2Wakeup

[@tonyhills2112]

Great video! Gotta love Wayne!

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks! And yes, he's amazing.

[@robd7703]

What a wonderful story. Thank you.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you for listening!

[@gregjohnson6329]

Read the book Clapton’s Guitar years ago. Wish they were not so out of reach for the many but great book.

[@thetrippylife3948]

I loved the book too!

[@tonyshoe3131]

I wished he was my neighbor.

[@petersheely7246]

👌😃

[@robinhenderson5202]

Enjoyed this video! The neck on the guitar is so pretty!🤩I wonder if he's a distant relative of mine!😂😂❤

[@thetrippylife3948]

We loved learning about how he hand saws the pearl from abalone shells for the beautiful inlay. Just assume you're related. Why not?! :)

[@robinhenderson5202]

@@thetrippylife3948 😄👍Will do! I thought it was a cool idea about recycling wooden furniture into guitars, too! Genius! Thank y'all for taking time to take the trip and make the video!💓

[@saintmichael1874]

Wayne, who are you training / or who is documenting your build techniques?

[@thetrippylife3948]

He talks about how his daughter is building guitars now in the interview.

[@saintmichael1874]

@@thetrippylife3948 Thank you. : )

[@thetrippylife3948]

@@saintmichael1874 Check out his daughter's website. Her name is Jayne Henderson.

[@MrMorrisonAF]

Glad someone is keeping the family traditions alive.. gorgeous instruments

[@Wobbz9413]

If you actually listen, you might learn something....

[@Peter-ic7vj]

Contact info for wayne henderson..????

[@bluescreekguitars3346]

he is not puter savy