My "Southern Classic" cigar box guitars resulted from a trip I made to the heart of the Delta Blues country - New Orleans. Throughout the French Quarter of New Orleans and all along the gulf coast, the trials, tribulations, and community bonds are woven deeply into the resonating sound of their music. From stories of the Depression, to long lost loves, mystery, and all the emotions that ebb and flow from a lifetime of Southern living, I'd found a style of music that fed into my passion for art and music.I wasn't raised in the deep south, but the feelings I experienced during my time there, are no less real. I immediately felt at home and quickly developed an appreciation for the cultural diversity and wonderful music I experienced there. It was with a great deal of remorse, that I had to finally leave the Mississippi delta and return to my home. At the end of this long and winding road, I created my first classic cigar box guitars and named them aptly, "Delta Blues."The name of my company is meant to be a tribute to all those who inspired me so much in my travels. I will always do my best to honor the wonderful people of the Mississippi delta region without whom, I may never have discovered my passion for the blues. I'm sure I will continue to make trips to the gulf coast in the years ahead and will no doubt return from each of them, far better for the experience.Sincerely,Jeff Stoltz
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