Oscar Muñoz is a classical guitar maker in Granada, Spain, who came to the craft after 20 years as a cabinetmaker. He shared second prize at the first Antonio Marín Montero Guitar Building Competition in 2017, and his rosettes draw on Granada’s medieval “taracea” marquetry.
At a Glance
- Workshop: Granada, Spain
- Background: 20 years in cabinetmaking and carpentry
- Training: guitar-making courses with Stephen Hill and Pablo Requena (2013)
- Prize: 2nd prize (shared), I Antonio Marín Montero Guitar Building Competition, Granada, 2017
- Known for: Makassar ebony guitars and star-shaped rosettes inspired by Granada’s tilework
Oscar Muñoz: From Cabinetmaking to Guitar Making in Granada
Before pursuing guitar making as a career, Granada luthier Oscar Muñoz worked for 20 years in cabinetmaking and carpentry. This gave him a natural advantage when he turned to guitar making in 2013, when he took construction courses given by Stephen Hill and Pablo Requena.
A Circle of Young Granada Makers
Oscar also formed a close camaraderie with a group of young Granada makers and players, including Sergio Valverde, Federico Udini, and Javier and Sixto Moreno, and he is grateful for the advice and support of the Bellido family, who encouraged him early in his work.
Prize Winner in Granada
After several years of working at his craft, Oscar was awarded second prize (shared with Julia Wenzel) at the first edition of the prestigious Antonio Marín Montero Guitar Building Competition, held in Granada, Spain, in October 2017.
Oscar Muñoz Guitars at GSI
Several Oscar Muñoz guitars have passed through our doors over the years. You’ll find guitars currently in stock by clicking the “Guitars In Stock” button in the header of this page as well as earlier examples in our Museum by clicking the “Guitars In Museum” button.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Oscar Muñoz build his guitars?
In Granada, Spain.
How did Oscar Muñoz become a guitar maker?
After 20 years in cabinetmaking and carpentry, he took guitar-making courses with Stephen Hill and Pablo Requena in 2013.
Has Oscar Muñoz won any prizes?
Yes – he shared second prize at the first Antonio Marín Montero Guitar Building Competition in Granada in 2017.
What inspires his rosettes?
The star patterns of Granada’s tile work and architecture, made with “taracea”, a medieval marquetry technique native to the city.
