very most experienced and particular pros , but also earlier stage players that need something that will last them a lifetime . I love seeing the reaction of those that understand the difference that an exceptional instrument makes when you first hold and play it . It never gets old and keeps me inspired to build the very best instrument I can . As a Christian myself , I feel that putting every gifting that I ’ ve been given into this craft is my true calling .
[ WM ] Being in Tacoma , WA – the same city as the Christian Musician Summit conference you have had some terrific Christian guitarists play your guitars on the conference stage . Phil Keaggy , Doyle Dykes , Will McFarlane and others – all rave about them .
Who are some Mainstream and Christian guitarist who are using them on stage and in the studio these days ?
[ Joe ] I ’ m so honored that so many professionals have been relying on their Riggio ’ s . Some well-known members of the Riggio Family are Chase Bryant , The Murray Brothers , Anderson East and Myles Kennedy . Mike Payne is an incredible studio guitarist in Nashville that uses his Riggio Tango ( Tele ) Models daily on recordings and live performances . Others you might know from CCM are Ben Gowell , Dave Cleveland and Scott Dente .
[ WM ] That ’ s amazing . Where can folks go to learn more about you and your custom guitars ?
[ Joe ] My new website riggioguitars . com will be up soon , but my Instagram feed : riggioguitars is the best place to browse and see what I ’ m up to .
[ WM ] I have met many guitar makers that are believers . I think there is something special to being a craftsman and walking with the Lord . How does your own walk with the Lord come into play with being a builder ?
[ Joe ] Like I mentioned , every good and perfect gift comes from Him and I ’ m not here to keep it to myself . I ’ m here to use it for the testimony of His goodness .
[ WM ] Right on ! Thank you for your time Joe .
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