About Stephen Murphy
Born 1942. Stephen Murphy is a musical instrument maker.
Stephen Murphy (born May 26, 1942 in Sydney, Australia) is a lute maker located in Southern France at Mollans-sur-Ouvèze.
He makes lutes, archlutes, theorbos, Renaissance and Baroque guitars and vihuelas.
Since 1972 he has built over 400 instruments based on originals from the 16th and 17th centuries.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Stephen Murphy?
Australian lute maker
When was Stephen Murphy born?
Stephen Murphy was born in 1942.
What is Stephen Murphy's occupation?
Stephen Murphy is a musical instrument maker.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Stephen Murphy (lutemaker)
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