Les Paul- From Start to Finish
A Master Class at the Surf Ballroom Music Experience Center
Saturday, June 21, 2025 1-3pm
FREE
Join us as we celebrate the life, legacy, and revolutionary impact of Les Paul— musician, inventor, and pioneer of modern sound.
Presented by Jim Wysocki, longtime friend and neighbor of Les Paul, this program offers a rare opportunity to explore Les Paul’s personal and professional journey through hands-on access to historic artifacts, instruments, and inventions from Wysocki’s private collection.
Les Paul was a groundbreaking guitarist and musical innovator whose collaboration with Gibson led to the creation of the iconic Gibson Les Paul, one of the most influential electric guitars in history. His pioneering work in multitrack recording and solid-body guitar design transformed both live performance and studio production, shaping the sound of modern music.
On display and available for interactive exploration:
Original “Log” guitar prototypes
Les Paulverizer (multi-track looping device)
Rare Les Paul-owned guitars and amplifiers
The railroad track Les used to test his sound theories
Other relics of Les’ innovative genius
This program isn’t just a lecture—it’s a journey through innovation. Attendees will have the chance to touch, hold, and even play select pieces of Les Paul’s legacy.
Whether you're a musician or simply a lover of rock 'n' roll history, Les Paul: From Start to Finish is a celebration of the creativity, curiosity, and courage that continue to inspire musicians worldwide.
This program will be held in the Surf Ballroom.
468 Northshore Dr
Clear Lake, Iowa
50428
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