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

[@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.

[@colinpadley1897]

❤

[@Joe-mz6dc]

😀

[@roderickrichardson6775]

He is as much😊😊 of a treasure as the guitars he builds. Both are Rare breeds. True gift from God !!!!!!

[@photogazer]

I have had the pleasure of talking a bit with Wayne quite a few times, and we always had fun. I am also a Luthier here in Virginia, about an hour or so from Wayne's place, but have not talked to him in years. I really need to visit him soon. He is a national treasure, and as friendly and humble as one person can be. My guitars will never be as good as a Henderson, but I will keep trying to reach anywhere close to his level of the art.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks so much for your comment. So many admire him as a luthier and a great human.

[@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.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Interesting..​@Lookup2Wakeup

[@jakejanearends9000]

⁷😊⁸⁸​@Lookup2Wakeup

[@tonymartin4004]

A real down to earth, laid back,friendly fellow. The world needs more like him.

[@michaelhudson1524]

Admired Wayne’s work for years. The Cody sisters here in Colorado, have “ sister guitars. Same tree I heard. The can really play! Thanks Mr Henderson!

[@kevindavis8607]

I feel like there should be a 15 year old kid just following him around learning. We need to preserve his catalog of skills and knowledge. When he looks up at the camera his eyes tell a story of a man with a pure heart. You just want to sit with him and listen to all his stories.

[@thetrippylife3948]

He has taught his daughter and she is a very successful guitar maker in Asheville. He talks about her a bit in the video. Thanks for listening!

[@kevindavis8607]

@@thetrippylife3948 i left the comment like 2 minutes into the video. I thought about editing it. Then I learned he teaches classes at his school as well. Thank you for this video.

[@thetrippylife3948]

@@kevindavis8607 I didn't know he taught classes. Good to know. Thanks!

[@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!

[@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!

[@solvenet]

Can't believe i spent a whole 33 mins listening to his story. Thanks for posting ❤ ✌️

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks for spending 33 minutes listening! :)

[@johnhicks7057]

Wow. Thank you for sharing this story with us. God bless you Wayne

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you for watching!

[@benambler1393]

When you look at this man you may not realize that you are looking at an American treasure. I know I will never own one of his works but it is a privilege to see a Stradivarius level artist in our time. Great video. Thanks for sharing. Something in the water in that part of the country. So many great builders but Mr. Henderson is the peak of guitar builders on those Appalachian Mountains.

[@thetrippylife3948]

What a great comment.

[@mandograssable]

Wayne made me a killer mandolin in 1978!

[@thetrippylife3948]

Nice!

[@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.

[@JackTheSkunk]

I am not an acoustic player, nor am I any good at making small talk with folks I don't know, but it would surely be amazing to meet and talk with Wayne. He really impressed me. Thanks for looking him up and doing this interview.

[@ralphglenz7207]

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

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you for listening!

[@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!

[@campparsonssundayschool7844]

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

[@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.

[@davidcollin1436]

Got to visit him over 50 years ago and he was a hospitable and gracious host to a kid .

[@arthurmabeejr8752]

How interesting this story about Mr. Henderson is however, I played guitar for 50 years and honestly never heard of him until watching this video today. I used to be able to play eletric, steel strings and, now I mostly play my 2 favorite classical guitars because the treble strings are plastic. This is easier on my finger tips now that I hit the big 62, the necks are wider but, my hands are big enough so, I still play them daily. I can remember first learning how to Travis picking over 30 years ago, my playing took off like a rocket. I play guitar, fiddle, mandolin and, keyboards some as well. I thank you for sharing this video about Mr. Henderson, it's been an absolute treat learning about this fine guitar maker and, fine guitar player!

[@RobertViani]

Great to learn about Mr. Henderson.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelmullins1290]

My group was blessed with the opportunity to sing a couple songs at a local concert. Wayne is salt of the Earth kind of person. He handed me #500 like we had been friends for 50 years. Hes got the best stories as well.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks for sharing!

[@markc4768]

Some years ago I handed Wayne my beat up '69 Brazilian D-45 to pick on. He says. ".. that thayrs some fine lookin wood. I could build you a a right nice guitar out of it..." Truth be told, I probably should have let him cart it home.

[@BrandonBentley-to4pu]

What a great person Wayne is. Not only can he build guitars he can make the best omelette you ever eat I won two of his guitars I wouldn’t take one million for either he is just special to me

[@thetrippylife3948]

Love this comment!

[@colinpadley1897]

Great story, what a great guy, I'd love to visit this place if I go to the USA again.

[@jamesrooney9822]

What an unbelievably talented man, so unassuming and down to earth, his guitar sounds amazing, brilliant.

[@buzzedalldrink9131]

Surviving the postal service is his greatest accomplishment. I made 32 years and retired first day I could! All the bad things you heard about it is true

[@spkay31]

Very cool interview with a true craftsman who learned the old fashioned way, through years of experience and continuous learning and improvement. Great attitude and desire to do great work is always going to produce a skilled professional. And local walnut is a great tonewood, as well and nice maple.

[@nancychace8619]

Very nice story. How does a person become a master builder? - a rare thing. Sounds like he's earned it. Being a washed up old picker myself, really appreciated the sound of #400. Best wishes to him to reach 1000. Thank you for sharing.

[@dougmackey3696]

Gosh this is the coolest thing I’ve seen on KZbin. Thank you for posting this interview. What a treasure Wayne is. Excellent questions.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@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.

[@marvinpues]

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

[@ballenstorms]

Love this segment. Thank you for sharing.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelbeeministries2020]

Hi Wayme, thank you for making guitars! 🌞👍

[@Big.E]

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

[@winston67]

That thing sounds amazing!

[@guitarsandsuchetc]

What a great life to have to be able to be making guitars.

[@ralphnothhelfer9086]

What a talented sweet down to earth fella..great vid thanks

[@thetrippylife3948]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jdlcdn]

Great master artist.

[@douglaslambert579]

My dad worked at Chris Craft and they used mahogany in the cabins of their boats!

[@murphyr31]

A national treasure

[@thetrippylife3948]

Yep!

[@briankowald6465]

Thanks . I did watch until the end and saw the mention of the book

[@thetrippylife3948]

Its a good read

[@stonephilips9361]

Great interview😉

[@hotplug56]

Love the hat. What a pleasant 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.

[@um9272]

😱😱😱😱😱😱😱that’s the sound that’s a dream 😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱

[@7884golfguru]

What a lovely man ❤

[@thetrippylife3948]

@@7884golfguru He really is!

[@tonyhills2112]

Great video! Gotta love Wayne!

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thanks! And yes, he's amazing.

[@Jerryfmccarthy]

What a wonderful story, thank you for sharing this. I did purchase the book . Will try and make the festival. Peace Jerry

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you! I dont think hes doing his festival anymore though.

[@markmelville6670]

Nice.

[@bigblocklawyer]

Rather make a guitar for a kid who doesn't have one than for Eric Clapton. Welcome to the America we grew up in.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Right?!

[@ericjosephgarcia6843]

Every year for thirty years he has made five guitars a year that he gives to raise money for scholarships for kids. Learn before you speak.

[@thomasdaughton435]

Did you watch the entire video? Midway tells you where his heart is at

[@davidcollin1436]

Go ahead and make them yourself. A kid doesn't need a Stradivarius

[@Michael2x]

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

[@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!

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Cool. 😃

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you

[@richardkent2200]

Beautiful

[@jdlcdn]

My dad played a gibson made in 50s. I still have it.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Nice!

[@sonnypleasantone]

"and said that.." 😃

[@dennishill2030]

This was very nice..good job.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Thank you!

[@rogersimmons5410]

How would I go about getting getting a G bender Electric acoustic ? T You..🎶🎵

[@rogerspalding5673]

Wayne is wearing a Boston Red Sox baseball cap. I was wondering if he is an actual MLB fan and, if so, a Red Sox fan? Since he lives in Virginia, perhaps he is a Nationals or an Orioles fan? Thanks so much for a first cabin interview.

[@thetrippylife3948]

I wish I would have asked him if he's a Red Sox fan. I left thinking of so many questions I wish I would have asked..

[@waynehenderson-hb6ex]

Mr Henderson, My name is Wayne P Henderson and have followed you on the internet and anything I found written about you. I also have been contacted, years ago, by people looking for you. I would like to meet you this coming year, 2025 if possible.

[@UAL320]

Wayne’s accent freaked out your auto subtitle generator at :40. You might want to edit that out.

[@tonyshoe3131]

I wished he was my neighbor.

[@jonhill373]

He a Red Sox fan so he’s should be good

[@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....

[@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!💓

[@briankowald6465]

What’s the name of the book?

[@thetrippylife3948]

Claptons Guitar. Link in description

[@jacquesemond]

💖

[@petersheely7246]

👌😃

[@jefffaria]

Awesome interview 👏 too bad interviewers overly everything

[@brianredmon378]

Why the Captions, I understand every word he says.

[@FightinRooster]

What do his guitars sell for?

[@thetrippylife3948]

They can sell on ebay for over $50,000 but i think he sells them for much less.

[@Peter-ic7vj]

Contact info for wayne henderson..????

[@bluescreekguitars3346]

he is not puter savy

[@DougHinVA]

he is a hillbilly and I grew up in east TN, so I heard the early REAL country and bluegrass on B/W TV ...

[@PeterS-lt6cv]

I would've asked him a thousand questions on each component.

[@thetrippylife3948]

After we left, I thought of several more questions I wished I would have asked.

[@Peter-ic7vj]

How do you. Talk. To. Wayne?

[@posys5140]

he has not made one for ZZTOP , ACDA

[@thetrippylife3948]

Ha ha. He only makes acoustic guitars.

[@columbia1930]

Gillian WELCH.

[@MatthewBarelick]

Hey Wayne do you know the difference between a GITAR AND A GUITAR? 200 miles below the Mason /Dixon Line! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@pedraw]

People complain about how much money a hand made guitar costs............all the while those twats want 20 bucks an hour to fill bags of trash panda food ............I hope you go well beyond 1000 fiddles Wayne.

[@rubentoro3305]

EVERY THING WAS GOOD BUT HILARY CLINTON

[@guitarsandsuchetc]

His daughter paid off student loans by a building a guitar

[@thetrippylife3948]

That's pretty cool. He talk about it in the video.

[@groundcontrolgainesville4841]

In the future please try not to talk so much when the subject is talking or at least stay away from the microphone. Also don't use auto generated subtitles when they clearly misrepresent what the subject is saying.

[@BryanClark-gk6ie]

It's like sitting over there in the room in a chair with them listenin' having a normal conversation' her conducting an interview'asking questions and him answering.... gives an in room feeling. As far as the subtitles.... they're not flashing all over the screen or blocking out faces or the background like serval do. 10 outta 10..

[@thetrippylife3948]

​@BryanClark-gk6ie i really appreciate your comment. First interview I've ever done, didn't know until right before i would be doing it, happened to have some small cheap mics on me, and was a bit intimidated to talk to him. Honestly overwhelmed by all the kind feedback. And meeting Wayne was one of the highlights of my life. He did have PBS there the week before. Will be a much more professional interview than mine for sure.

[@Rick-rn1or]

I held one he made that he borrowed for a show of the best of all styles of playing at the University of washington. Bought his CD . Finest player of bluegrass, fast too.

[@thetrippylife3948]

Nice!

[@mcsplivens]

I am a guitar player and Boston Red Sox fan and I'm thinking Mr. Henderson maybe a Salem Red Sox fan?

[@rooster4906]

What a Legend ! God Blass You

[@ortizroided7587]

he's a roid sox fan....can't be any good