George Wunderlich - Banjo Maker and Historian

George Wunderlich - Banjo Maker and Historian

George Wunderlich is recognized as an expert in 19^th century minstrel music and banjos. He builds banjos for musicians, museums, historians, collectors, and re-enactors all over the world. His drive for historical accuracy has taken him to the Smithsonian Institution, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC and the Library of Congress. He has researched the instruments, the music and the people of the 19^th century. He was co-curator of the 2003 banjo exhibit, The Birth of the Banjo, at the Katonah Museum in New York.

George started building banjos in 1992. His initial goal was to build for the historical re-enactment community. His attention to detail and sound quality re-introduced these instruments to the folk music community. Today George’s banjos are heard in a variety of types of music: blues, traditional folk, children’s, historic and movie soundtracks.

George has a passion to share his love of history with others. He has enriched learning for students of all ages for nearly 20 years. His energy and knowledge have made him a favorite speaker to schools, clubs and organizations nationwide. In 2002 he was a presenter for the first time at the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Fan Fest in Louisville, KY. George is currently the Executive Director of the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. He is also Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop #217.

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