Dusty Strings Company Harps & Hammered Dulcimers

Jack Peters Harpsichords is a renowned workshop in Seattle, WA, specializing in the meticulous construction of keyboard instruments based on original historical designs. With almost thirty years of experience, Jack Peters offers a range of options tailored to the musical preferences of each client, including smaller, more vibrant instruments for Renaissance music. Known for his passion for small, practical Italian instruments, Jack Peters takes pride in creating affordable and easily maintainable harpsichords, while also emphasizing the importance of exploring the challenging Clavichord. Visitors to Seattle can experience the fascinating craftsmanship of Jack Peters' workshop, where wonderful woods are transformed into lasting objects of beauty. Driven by the demand for portable and easy-to-setup harpsichords, Jack Peters Harpsichords has recently developed a line of compact instruments designed to fit into the smallest cars, allowing for convenient transportation. These lightweight harpsichords, such as the Castor and Pollux models, offer full tones and chromatic capabilities, making them suitable for playing a wide range of musical compositions. In addition, Jack Peters has undertaken exciting projects, including the reproduction of an enharmonic harpsichord based on a 15th-century manuscript and the construction of a long iron scale Italian instrument inspired by a historical piece in the Florence museum. With a commitment to craftsmanship and a dedication to creating instruments of both beauty and practicality, Jack Peters Harpsichords continues to captivate musicians and enthusiasts alike.Generated from the website