The Birth of the American Guitar | Documentary
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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2024
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00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - 06:13 - Chapter 1: Humble Beginnings and Pioneering Inventions
06:14 - 09:22 - Chapter 2: A New Home in Nazareth
09:23 - 12:55 - Chapter 3: The Ukulele Saves the Day
12:55 - 18:00 - Chapter 4: Inventing an Icon: The OM-28
18:01 - 22:47 - Chapter 5: The Birth of The Dreadnought
23:48 - 28:17 - Chapter 6: Woodstock and The Folk Revival
28:18 - 32:06 - Chapter 7: Martin's Greatest Threat
32:07 - 37:39 - Chapter 8: The Signature Boom and MTV Unplugged
37:40 - 42:34 - Chapter 9: A New Golden Era
42:35 - 43:31 - Credits
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Very enjoyable video Mary, bravo!
I was a Martin employee in the mid 80. I worked at the north st building. My desk was in the same area as C.F. Martin had his. I worked with Dick Boak there. It was an enjoyment to see this documentary. The J40 model guitar was made in that plant. It was Dick Boak who, with my help assembled the first prototype guitar. I was surprised to see the guitar become a production guitar later on. We also had a customer who would come in buy tops and mahogany that he made into guitars. The guitar he was making was the backpacker. Martin has since bought the design up from him. But then he was making them in his garage in New Jersey.
At the time the north st plant was a parts, wood supply house called Woodworkers Dream. Above us was part of their string winding and packing department and telemarking shipping dept. Above that was the attic. The attic was a wonderful place as it had archive paperwork in boxes there along with boxes of old uke, mandolin, guitar and electric guitar parts and many other odds and ends. I would love to go back there again and just walk the floors up there. The stories it would tell.
I'm sorry you didn't touch on the other electric guitars martin made like the F65. They were fantastic for there time. Just never took off and I'm sorta glad as Martin may not be the way they are today. This was a well presented documentary and overview of Martin, thank you so much.
thank u for sharing this story!
Wow, your story really, adds to this video! Thank you very much
Great story!
Thanks for sharing. Lovely.
I have a J-18 which sounds amazing! There aren't many of these.
My wifes parents live within miles of the Martin Factory and museum. I've been there many times. My wife worked with CF Martin IV wife in the police dept back in the 80's. Very nice video. I own several Martins and IV signed my 83 D-28. The museum is very interesting and extremely cool. I've seen the instruments you play. Awesome experience for anyone that plays guitar.
Martin is a great place to visit. I used to live nearby, and have visited there several times.
My next door neighbor there once told me a story involving the Martins. Next to Nazareth is a small town called Tatamy. One day my neighbor was driving through Tatamy, in an area where there was nothing, and came across a motorhome that had broken down. My neighbor stopped to see if the driver needed help. It turned out that it was occupied by a bunch of Martins, and they did indeed need help. Now this was before cell phones, so they had been unable to call out. Instead, at least some of them got a little inebrieted while they were waiting around. They ended up piling into my neighbor's Buick, and he took them home. They even offered him a new guitar for helping them, but he didn't accept, telling them truthfully that he didn't play. I think Chris was one of the people he picked up, but I'm not sure he was one of the ones drinking. He swore it was a true story, and he was not a BS artist. I had always meant to ask Chris if the story was true, but I never ran into him to ask, during my visits to the factory.
Miss Mary sure looked like she was enjoying herself while playing those guitars. Love that look and smile.
So how does it feel to play a $300,000 pre-war Martin? Seriously, I am so glad to see/hear you playing those precious guitars. It pains me to see such beauties locked away, kudos to Martin for allowing you to bring them out & letting them sing. Fantastic episode Mary!
I love that for martin, prewar means the Civil War.
Guitars NEED to be played.
yes its nice to hear them. Its like buy fancy cars and making them trailer queens dragged about to shows. Just use the thing.
We have violins far older than the oldest Martins used all the time.
They get better the older they are if cared for.
To be offered the chance to play a Martin from the early 1800s all I can say is you have my compliments and respect. These guitars don't really belong to Martin alone, they belong to all of us and were meant to be played. It's great to see Martin understands this and was willing to place such a guitar in your hands.
Around 17:30, you can see the joy in her face. I remember playing a Guild 12 string and having the same reaction. This is why I play guitar. Happy Happy, Joy Joy.
That's awesome. I played that same 1837 Stauffer style guitar you played in the video. A friend of mine that I used to work with went to school with a guy who was very high up in Martin. The two of us went there one day about 10 years ago and his friend gave us that same kind of tour, pulling guitars from behind the glass and letting us play them. Very cool experience. Martin is one of my favorite places in the world! Excellent video.
EDIT: OOH.. He mentioned Joseph Kekuku, one of the inventors of the slide guitar method/sound. He died in 1932 in Morristown, NJ and was buried in the Orchard Street Cemetery in Dover, NJ. (I grew up in Dover from.. 3rd grade until 7th grade). That cemetery kind of got overgrown over the years and the location of his actual grave is unknown. However, some years back, the local Blues society got together and raised some money to put a would-be marker in his honor. They wound up putting an ornate bench in the cemetery with his info inscribed into it. A very cool piece of musical history. Mary, if you ever find yourself looking for it for another video, let me know. I'll gladly show you where it's at.
As someone who grew up in Nazareth, I think we often forget what a key part Martin played in music history. Thank you for letting me remember!
One of the best Martin docs I’ve seen. Your talents reach across and beyond the musical spectrum - Very professional, informative and entertaining of course. Bravo Mary!
I agree. This is awesome
Brilliant Mary. Everyone who loves music and guitars should watch this.
Wonderful documentary done by Ms. Spender, an international musical treasure herself.
I still miss the D18 that came my way back in the '70's. Eventually sold it to pay my mechanic for rings and valves on my '67 MGB.
Great guitars have their own individual personality, and this one was beyond special.
❤ My late father loved Martin guitars. He played them almost exclusively in acoustic.
Incredible how Martin has been making amazing and well-built instruments since 1833!
He started to build guitars long before that year.
Great job Mary... Bought my first D-35 in 1970.. Since then, the stable has grown to 21 Martins, including a D-45 Stephen Stills 20/91 and a Roy Rogers Braz. Continue to write on Martins and would be lost without them. Thank you to the gentlemen and ladies who built these wonderful instruments. They are clearly the American Stradivarius...
I'm not sure Martin could have a better ambassador. Excellent film. Thanks.
Mary! You knocked the ball out of the park with this documentary. So many fascinating stories historic instruments! I would be terrified to even touch those guitars you got to play. Bravo
Martin guitars even rarer than the one Kurt Russel smashed because Tarrantino "forgot" to say cut making "The Hateful Eight"
I thought that he smashed the replica, but she was under the impression that it was the original.
@@everennui1 it was the real one , which is why JJL had such a genuine reaction. Breaking the fourth wall, she looks off set. It is a great scene especially the song she plays and sings.
Oh Mary, what a wonderful slice of history! Perhaps you can visit and document their Mexican factory sometime. Gracias!🎵🎶🎵🎶🎶🎶🎵🎶🎵👏👏👏🎸
A crime against Humanity.
Thank you Mary and co. This was a very thoughtful and informative documentary.
I wouldnt be surprised if you were hired to narrate other documentaries.
I now have this desire to find an old Martin.. 😢 I dont quite know How I would pay for one.
Well done Mary! I live in PA and still haven’t made it up to the factory for a tour. This video has changed that. Scheduled my tour for next month!
This made me cry - thank you Mary. Absolutely beautiful.
Thank you Mary for bringing us this documentary. I too am a Martin Fan. I also have spent a good portion of my life living in Germany and appreciate the German roots of the Martin. Very well done.
See Mary , people never get tired of hearing the history of music and instruments. It is because no matter how many times we hear it we always are able to learn more , you did a very good job on this
As a retail guitar Sales person for years, and musician/guitarist, I can say the main thing I loved about Martin were it's people. They couldn't be more helpful and concerned with getting the guitars right in every way. Great video. I spent many an hour on the phone and countless emails with everyone at all levels. Always a pleasure.
Mitch, I worked behind the glass counter in a few stores from the early 90's to the end of the Y2K's; the last 8 years at Cassells 99-08 as an asst manager (the actual Wayne's World/No Stairway store!). Having been in the MI business for over 30 years, to this day, I have friends at Martin. Actually, there are a lot of great folks all over this NAMM industry. I agree :)
Every time somebody responds with; "As a..." I knew you're going to go on to pontificate to get attention to your post. Kind of nauseating. You're full of yourself.
What a superb presentation, Mary! I’ve been a fan, a player, and really, a lover of Martin guitars and for me, this is THE history of Martin. Fantastic job.
Yes, Mary. Great presentation!
Thank you Mary & Martin - fabulous documentary.
My favorite documentary of Martin as one of my favorite artists visits my favorite guitar factory. Mary, you are not only a great artist, guitarist, singer, songwriter but you are also a fantastic documentary film maker. Thank you for this gift today.
Wow that kept my attention right to the end. Beautifully done!
Mary, you did a beautiful job in showcasing this Martin guitar documentary.
I'm not sure if it was the sound of your voice and your loving tones, but there were many moments when I found my heart welling up in my chest.
I'm 68 years old & can't begin to tell you how many guitars I've owned and played, Martin guitars being among them. And yes they are absolute quality and have a beautiful warm and distinct sound.
Thank you so much for this in-depth tour, you did Martin Guitars & its history proud, You gently touched so many behind the scene aspects that should never be forgotten are casually spoken about.
You definitely touched my heart in your explanations and putting forth your gentle humble spirit, you are an honest and caring lady and we love you for it.
Stay blessed & keep safe as always.
Danny in Texas.
Mary Spender, you are a wonderful documentary make! Your enthusiasm for music and guitars is beautifully transferred onto everything you do. I’ve been a Martin player and owner for years, and your video is one of the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of viewing.
What a beautiful story. What an iconic instrument, that has been such an important and historic part of the American experience. Long live Martin Guitars. Thank you Mary, for your artistic insight and recognition of what Martin Guitars have meant to us all, even those that didn't know it.
More documentary like this please.
We need more than 10 to 15 mins vids.
This is more like it.
Everything about this is beautiful and elegant.
So I'm a Pennsylvania guy . Love that you did this. I always hope we the people shine sometimes. Humbly
This is very well done. Low key and professional, and covering the span of Martin's development and innovations with clarity and warmth. I've read most of the books and seen several other documentaries, and I am of the opinion that this effort is deserving of a place among them. I enjoyed it very much, thank you.
Eye opening and informative great job Mary.
I’m a drummer and even I find this very interesting. Great work as always Mary,thank you.
Thank You Mary!! What a great documentary!!
Exceptional presentation!! Thank you Mary!!
Perfect timing!
This is such a dope documentary, I am so happy you made this!
More history stuff like this!
They are gorgeous looking and sounding guitars. What a fantastic documentary. I just wish I could afford one. Maybe one day.
Fantastic documentary, Mary. Thank you!
Thank you SO MUCH for making and sharing this!
Thanks for making this, Mary! ❤
This was awesome Mary. Thanks for the time and effort.
I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary. Thanks so much for your work in creating it.
Beautifully presented. Thank you so much for this wonderful tribute.
Excellent job Mary. Hope there's more videos like this in the future.
Good for you Mary. Great historical video and for your enjoyment on playing these guitars.
Loved this. Keep up the good work, Mary! 🎸👍
Excellent video Mary! Thank you for sharing this with us!
Thanks, really enjoyed the documentary, thanks for putting it together, brilliant Mary.
Awesome video! Thanks for taking the time and effort to share this history of the guitar with your fans.
Great job on the documentary! Loved it!
Wonderful! Brilliant !!! Splendid documentary, Mary!
Thank you for this wonderful documentary!
Thank you for this awesome video. I loved it ❤
Mary, that was sooo good! Thank you for making it. Thank you to Jason as well. I could have watched another hour of this.
Really well done Mary! Kudos to you and all involved for making such an informative and entertaining in-depth look at Martin and its storied history.
Thanks Mary. A very nice production with your guitar talent included.
Very well done video, Mary. I've enjoyed watching this more than a several times. A comforting approach to a wonderful history of Martin.
Thank you Mary 🙏🏼 I really enjoyed this beautiful tour! 🙏🏼
Great job, Mary. I really enjoyed this!!
WOWZERS! Listening to the guitars and learning the history is SO Rewarding, Miss Mary Spender! SPLENDID❗
The tone of that OM-45 is positively dreamy, and it really suits Mary’s style to a tee.
Thanks, Mary! Beautifully done.
INCREDIBLE documentary... I wasn't ready for that, but I was on the edge of my seat for the entire film... Great job, and thanks for making it and sharing it!!!
Thank you so much for this great video/documentary…. I love it!
Informative, interesting and nicely edited.
Great documentary. I really enjoyed watching this. Well done.
Superb documentary Mary ! Thanks so much. 🙂
I wish Mary narrated every documentary ever !!!! She is awesome !!!!!!
Thank you very much Mary for releasing this wonderful and very insightful documentary. I have always heard about Martin and Co.
This was absolutely the best most informative video Mary you and associates did a great job
Really loved this, thanks Mary. Love this long-form content style too...
*Mary!* Thank you for taking the time to make and post this excellent video *The History of Martin Guitar..♪♫♪*
That was an absolute pleasure to watch. Thanks Mary, good job!
What a wonderful piece of guitar history! As usual, anything you do is of high quality whether singing, playing guitar, or making documentaries! Looking forward to the next one! Thank you, Mary!
Mary - this was OUTSTANDING. i'm heading for another visit to the factory tomorrow morning with my Dad and was perusing YT and am so glad I found your video. Really well done - thank you!
This mini doc is wonderful, thank you.
This was delightful, thank you. I know just enough about this type of filmmaking to know how much work went into it by the whole production team. Simply well done. I'd love to see more of this sort of short film from your channel in the future.
Wonderful film! So complete and informative 👏👏👏😀
An absolutely fantastic documentary! I will watch this over and over again because there’s so much to learn from it… Good job, Mary Spender❤
I’ve owned many martin’s they are a great have a mandolin made by them
Outstanding, Mary!
Thank you Mary. Very enjoyable documentary.
So now Nazareth PA, and in particular the Martin museum and factory, are on my bucket list.
Outstanding documentary.
Thanks, Mary.
Thanks, Mary, for this lovely survey! Truly sharing in your joy in playing the wonderful guitars from the Martin museum collection.
Great story telling, thank you.
I have to say this was one of the best UA-cam videos I have ever watched on guitars, a fantastic documentary, your hard work on delivering a complete and detailed history of Martin guitars really shows, I so enjoyed it.❤
Wow brilliant informative film Mary, thank you. X
Awesome documentary! It's a joy to see someone really playing some of the antique and iconic Martin guitars. To hear them being played, by someone who can make them sing, is truly wonderful.
Stunning Documentary! I love the history of music, songwriting, recording and guitar makers! Thank you!
This was excellent, great work
Mary, I've watched a few Martin documentaries, and I have to say - I love yours! It provided so much insight into the Martin family's thinking as new models appeared and old models evolved. Awesome job...Thank you!
Kudos, congrats, well done, Mary. Such an outstanding documentary, complete with the sepia footage. Superb research throughout! You have a promising second career to go along with your great musicianship!
Wonderful guitars and a wonderful documentary! Thank you Mary for doing this!
Great video! Thank you, Mary. So much interesting history there.
Really captivating program Mary, and your amazing tone of voice is equally captivating..
Mary it’s quite evident that this was a labor of love. Thank you for sharing it with us!
Mary, I'm only a few minutes in and this is some of the best content you've ever published! Great job!
Brilliant video - thanks Mary
Bravo Mary! great documentary. It is such a joy to play Martin guitars, what a great company.