Nicole and I have spent a lot of time thinking and feeling lately about how the world can be better. Some of our ideas are short term and immediate and some are long term and more subtle. One of the best things I think we can do is continue to produce long lasting objects of functional art; artistic tools that can outlast the current problems and be ready to pitch in for the next crisis as well. This banjo also has the bonus that the music that it makes has the potential to brighten spirits, change minds and at least produce beautiful music. So, here it is. Ready for whatever. Curly Oregon walnut from a retiring furniture maker, pistachio from California orchards.