About the luthier

Lisa Weinzierl’s guitars are defined by a clear and restrained aesthetic language, the use of carefully selected materials, and a high level of craftsmanship. Perfect playability and functional reliability are central to her work, ensuring that the instrument offers the player freedom and security in musical expression.

Her approach is informed by close study of outstanding historical classical guitars, whose tonal and structural qualities she examined in depth during her time working with Siccas Guitars. Throughout the building process, she continuously develops her ideas, drawing on this accumulated knowledge to refine both sound and structure.

Following the completion of her master craftsman qualification, Weinzierl was awarded a gold medal and the master craftsman prize by the Bavarian state government. She completed her formal training at the renowned instrument making school in Mittenwald and subsequently gained extensive experience through collaboration and exchange with distinguished makers including Gernot Wagner, Andreas Kirschner, Gert Esmyol, Peter Ziegler, Christopher Schütz, and Leo Sprenger.

After several years working at the historic London workshop W. E. Hill & Sons under the direction of Stefan Peter Greiner and Robert Brewer Young, Lisa Weinzierl now lives and works in the Munich area, where she continues to build her own instruments.

About the guitar

This concert guitar was built in 2022 and represents a highly refined example of Lisa Weinzierl’s traditionally constructed instruments. With a spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, it achieves a tonal depth and projection often associated with more modern designs, while remaining grounded in classical construction principles.

The sound is characterised by long sustain, strong balance, and a compact, focused core. Across all registers, each string speaks with equal intensity, allowing chords and melodic lines to remain clearly articulated. The tonal response is highly sensitive, reacting immediately to changes in right hand position and attack. This sensitivity offers a wide palette of colours, while requiring careful control from the player.

The basses are supportive and rounded, the midrange is well integrated, and the trebles remain clear and singing even in higher positions. Despite its responsiveness, the guitar retains stability and composure, making expressive shaping feel natural rather than effortful. The overall impression is one of clarity, balance, and controlled richness.

Condition

The guitar is in excellent condition. There are no cracks or structural issues. It shows only minimal and normal signs of use, including a small blemish on the side and bottom. Otherwise, there are no noteworthy marks or damage.

Lisa Weinzierl

Lisa Weinzierl - 2022