This week on Life With Strings Attached, we dive into the remarkable story of Adriano Sérgio. An artist, musician, and luthier whose life journey is as inspiring as the guitars he creates.

From his early days as a political refugee to military service in Portugal’s elite forces, Adriano’s path has been shaped by resilience, community, and a relentless pursuit of authenticity.

In this second special bio episode, Adriano reflects on a childhood steeped in art and music, the life lessons learned through hardship and teamwork, and the transition from performer to renowned builder of custom guitars.

See Adriano's work:
https://www.ergonguitars.com
https://www.instagram.com/ergonguitars
https://www.facebook.com/ergonguitars

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. In this episode we sit down with master luthier Andy Manson, a maker whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, chaos, and craftsmanship.

Andy takes us on a journey through travel, food, culture, and family legacy, weaving personal stories with deep insights into guitar making, materials, and design. He shares why he prefers tactile oil finishes over high gloss, how intimacy shapes his approach to luthiery, and why the idea of luxury guitars doesn’t sit right with him.

We talk about the emotional chaos behind the creation of the mermaid guitar, the philosophy of art versus productivity, and why crafting by hand still matters in a mass-produced world.

This one’s for the builders, the thinkers, and anyone drawn to the beauty of making something meaningful.

Find Andy's work here:
https://www.andymanson.com
https://www.instagram.com/andymansonguitars

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On this episode of Life With Strings Attached, we sit down with luthier Mario Beauregard. An innovative guitar maker whose journey spans rural Canada, the streets of Japan, and a lifetime of travel, music, and craftsmanship.

Mario shares how his early life experiences shaped his path, the importance of finding balance as a maker, and the emotional depth behind each instrument he builds. We talk about the realities of the guitar business, the power of mentorship, and why simplicity in design can speak louder than decoration.

From the groundbreaking Facet guitar to his commitment to supporting young builders, Mario’s story is a reminder that great guitars, and great lives, are built with intention, creativity, and heart.

Explore Mario Beauregard’s work:
www.beauregardguitars.com
instagram.com/beauregardguitars

Watch the video version on YouTube:
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