Ari Lehtela is fast becoming one of the most sought after luthiers in the world. His instruments are known for their incredible musicality, easy playability and unique aesthetics. These instruments are made to be played!

Ari's luthiery seminars are also becoming well known. If you're in the Charlotte, NC area, don't miss an opportunity to learn from a master and, at the same time, build your own custom instrument. New classes are starting all the time. More information is available under luthiery school.

News

2010: debut of the Lehtela Steel String Acoustic. The design and construction of this instrument addresses the all-too-common ' sag and bubble ' problem found in the bridge area of most conventional steel-string acoustics, by introducing atypical bracing methods. Please contact for more information.

The following website includes a recent interview with Ari Lehtela both as a builder and a player. Also included is a review of his cd titled " West Eats Meat ". The website is wwww.mwe3.com 

Ben Sher, playing his Violao
Espirit Django

Sam Macy, a former student of Ari's, playing his Tango.
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