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Jesus Belezar Garcia



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Neck:Cedro
Fingerboard:Ebony
Finish:Shellac
Tuning Machine:FUSTERO
String height:1string 3.3 mm/6string 4.0 mm

[Profile]
Jesus Belezar Garcia (1920-1986) was born in Madrid, Spain. He began working as a machinist at the age of 13, while at the same time learning to play the flamenco guitar in a serious way, and by the time he was 17, he had begun to work as a professional guitarist.
In 1945, at the age of 25, he married Emilia, the daughter of Manuel Hernandez, known by the brand name 'Hernandez y Aguado. He used 'Aguado' flamenco guitars as a performer, and because of this environment, he gradually became interested in guitar making. Perhaps aware of his interest, one day in 1966 his father-in-law, Hernández, asked him to become the successor to Hernández y Aguado. At the time, Victoriano Aguado, Hernandez's partner, had already begun to complain of physical disability, and the proposal was made out of concern for the continuation of the brand. He decided to become a maker, and at the age of 46, he learned how to make them from scratch, with two masters, Hernandez and Aguado, of course. He quit his job as a machinist and devoted himself solely to making guitars.
During his lifetime, he produced only 83 guitars. Although he himself was a flamenco guitarist, only three guitars, including the first one (No.1) and the second (No.52) that he made for himself as prototypes, were flamenco guitars; the other 80 were classical guitars. The guitars made after independence are numbered from No.103. The last one is No. 183.
While he inherited many techniques from his mentors Hernandez and Aguado, he is very individualistic and does not stop at being 'Aguado's successor. The sound and tone, which are his greatest characteristics, are gentle and powerful, freely changing expression and singing well, and full of tenderness and strength. Like Aguado's guitar, Bellezar's guitar is also unique among Spanish guitars.
All those who knew him firsthand speak of his gentle and earnest personality, and the guitars he made have a warm and pleasing sound to the ear, just as his character was. He devoted himself to making guitars until just before his death on August 28, 1986, when he sadly passed away.

[Description]
Jesús Velezar García 1976 No. 139 Classical Model is now in stock. This is the 37th Belezar Garcia guitar, as the first Belezar made after independence was numbered 103.
The graceful lines, stylish head design, and deep glossy shellac finish are reminiscent of Aguado guitars. The overall sound is hard, and the sound has a unique rigidity common to the Madrid School. Although it is difficult to bring out the best in this instrument unless it is played thoroughly, the potential of its musical expression is extremely deep and rich. The sound color has a warmth that is typical of Bellezar, and this is what separates his guitars from other brands.
The soundhole area has a few scratches from playing, but the rest of the guitar is in good condition for its age. The back of the neck is slightly scratched and there is some slight paint peeling. The strings are moderately to slightly tight. The label is inscribed with a dedication to Toru Kannari, who ordered this guitar.


〔detail〕
InstrumentJesus Belezar Garcia
CategoryImported Classical Guitars 〔Vintage〕
Number/ModelNo.139
Scale length658mm
CountrySpain
Year1976Year
TopSpruce
Side&BackIndian Rosewood
Condition※7
List priceINQUIRE
Price (tax included)Please Inquire
optionwith Hardcase

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