Chuck Anderson - Flight

Ultimately, two events reshaped Chuck's career. The first was the theft of his Gibson L5 guitar. That instrument had played an important role in the development of Anderson's technique and unique style. It was the one that had carried him through his studies with Dennis Sandole, noted Philadelphia jazz teacher. Without his favorite guitar, Chuck found it difficult to perform. Though he tried other instruments, he was never able to recapture the magic of that first guitar.

Chuck turned to composition. He was totally absorbed in his writing for the next twenty odd years. This was ultimately to be a major factor in differentiating Anderson from other jazz guitarists.

One of America's greatest luthiers, Eric Schulte had taken care of Chuck's L5 since he first purchased it at the age of 19. He approached Chuck and asked why he was no longer giving concerts? Of course, he already knew but he had something in mind. He said, "Look I'll make you a deal. I know your L5 better than anyone. If you'll agree to go back and give concerts, I'll recreate your guitar". Chuck could hardly pass that up and agreed on the spot. Months passed and the new guitar emerged. With guitar in hand, Chuck began to prepare for his return to the concert world.

After a while, it became apparent that his former energy wasn't there. He thought that it was age or lethargy or ... something.

Without realizing it, Chuck had been suffering for a long time with a severe condition of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. He was literally walking and working asleep. This particular problem was robbing him not only of energy but also of oxygen. The sleep therapy began and the energy and enthusiasm of his early jazz days returned!

With his customized Gibson L5 guitar and armed with this reborn energy, Chuck is now reclaiming his position as one of the outstanding jazz guitarists in the world today!

Chuck currently writes for the national magazine Just Jazz Guitar and has joined the staff of Jazz Masters on Mike's Master Classes. He maintains a busy schedule performing, teaching, composing and lecturing in the US and abroad.

Visit Chuck Anderson: http://www.chuckandersonguitar.com/

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[sandyshalk]

Familiar names. I too had the opportunity to study with Dennis Sandole with my ES175D.. I loved that guitar and I sold it! Long story. Dennis was a great teacher and a gentleman. Eric did a fret job on the Gibson 335 that I still have today. Thank goodness I didn't sell that! Great music Chuck! Dennis would be proud no doubt.

Sandy

[skatejamaica]

so good!