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Alvarez Broken Headstock Repair

The headstock on Cleveland musician, Beth Woyshville’s beloved Alvarez guitar suffered a complete separation from the neck.  Here’s how I re-acquainted the headstock with the guitar from whence it came…

Jim Kozel December 9, 2016 Setup, Repair & Restoration Read more

Let’s Go Tribe!

Sending the Cleveland Indians some World Series Ukulele Mojo!

Jim Kozel October 25, 2016October 25, 2016 Jim's Music Read more

Taylor 414CE Fractured Top Repair

Cleveland, Akron, northeast Ohio is rich in musical talent.  It’s a great place to be a luthier.  Here’s a video of the repair I did on local singer/songwriter, Gretchen Pleuss’ Taylor 414CE.

Jim Kozel October 19, 2016 Setup, Repair & Restoration Read more

1962 Gretsch Double Anniversary – nut restoration.

This 1962 Gretsch Double Anniversary came into my shop with the nut so badly damaged the guitar was unplayable.  Rather than replace the nut, the original was restored.  Here’s the story about how that was done.

Jim Kozel October 14, 2016 Setup, Repair & Restoration Read more

Jim Kozel Plays Ukulele!

This one is for all lovers of the ukulele!  I always enjoy playing at Brent Kirby’s 10×3 Songwriter’s Showcase at Brother’s Lounge in Cleveland, Ohio.  Here’s my ukulele performance of two original compositions and one cover this past Wednesday, September

Jim Kozel October 5, 2016 About Jim, Jim's Music Read more

Broken Headstock Repair on 1989 Goya

Purchased almost 25 years ago as her first guitar, this 1989 Goya has tremendous sentimental value to its owner.  Here’s how it’s broken headstock was repaired.

Jim Kozel September 26, 2016September 26, 2016 Setup, Repair & Restoration Read more

1943 Tri State Lap Steel Repair & Restoration!

I had a blast restoring this 1943 Tri State lap steel guitar for one of my customers.  Whether you’re from the Cleveland, Ohio area or from the other side of the globe, I’m always happy to discuss your repair, restoration

Jim Kozel September 10, 2016October 22, 2018 Setup, Repair & Restoration Read more

2016 Yasgur Road Reunion Video

Jim Kozel & Friends performed at the 2016 Yasgur Road Reunion on Yasgur’s Farm this past Saturday, August 13th.  We had a blast being part of the weekend.  Here’s a video montage of our performance.

Jim Kozel August 16, 2016 Jim's Music Read more

Video montage from Jim & Kathy at the Old Prague Restaurant – 8/7/16

Kathy and I had a blast playing for friends at the Old Prague Restaurant in Vermilion, Ohio this past Sunday, August 7th.  Here’s a short video montage of part of the afternoon complete with Harley street noise…

Jim Kozel August 9, 2016 Setup, Repair & Restoration Read more

Winifred’s Dream by Jim Kozel ~ For uke lovers!

Here’s one for all who love the ukulele. “Winifred’s Dream” was recorded during the “The Stories I Tell” CD studio sessions this past December 2015.

Jim Kozel July 20, 2016July 20, 2016 About Jim, Jim's Music Read more
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SAVORIA BAR & GRILL (inside the Holiday Inn)
7703 Reynolds Road (Rt 306)
Mentor, OH 44060
440-951-7100

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OLD PRAGUE RESTAURANT
5586 Liberty Ave
Vermilion, OH 44089
440-967-7182

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THE DOGG HOUSE
33475 Lake Rd
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 933-7000

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1-4PM
OLD PRAGUE RESTAURANT
5586 Liberty Ave
Vermilion, OH 4408
440-967-7182

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OLD PRAGUE RESTAURANT
5586 Liberty Ave
Vermilion, OH 4408
440-967-7182

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