Welcome to the website of Jake Peters & Manley Acoustic Instruments
Each Journey begins with a single step, start your’s today – browse through our website and learn a bit more about Jake Peters — Luthier, Teacher, Musician, Friend. Enjoy your visit!
“On your Journey enjoy the simple pleasures you find along the way ~ share, love, laughter, tears. Our paths will cross, converge, diverge, move on ~ Embrace the memories! You’ll never walk alone with love and friendship in your heart …” Life’s Journey by M.D. Little.
The Ukulele Site Hawaii Podcast
Here is an interview with Jake Peters & Manley Ukulele by the Ukulele Site. Listen to Jake play and talk about ukuleles and the ones he builds.
Custom Built Instruments
In his workshop in Didsbury, Jake Peters designs and builds exquisite hand-crafted stringed instruments. These instruments are one of a kind with extreme attention to detail. Dedication to his craft and extensive knowledge are reflected in the artistry of his custom, hand-made instruments. Jake builds on commission only.
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Skillful Teacher
In his workshop in Didsbury, Jake Peters designs and builds exquisite hand-crafted stringed instruments. These instruments are one of a kind with extreme attention to detail. Dedication to his craft and extensive knowledge are reflected in the artistry of his custom, hand-made instruments. Jake builds on commission only. Read more …
Exceptional Performer
In his workshop in Didsbury, Jake Peters designs and builds exquisite hand-crafted stringed instruments. These instruments are one of a kind with extreme attention to detail. Dedication to his craft and extensive knowledge are reflected in the artistry of his custom, hand-made instruments. Jake builds on commission only. Read more …
ABOUT JAKE …
The small town of Didsbury, Alberta is home to Jake Peters. As an accomplished, award-winning guitar and banjo-picker, anything with strings is fair game to Jake. His latest additons to his stringed instrument arsenal includes the oud, sas, dombra and barabat – all hailing from the Middle East. He is an amazing teacher, an inspiring mentor, a singer song-writer, an incredible musician and a gifted Luthier. He can make music with almost anything placed in his hands.
UNCLE MUCK’S BANJO
A true story involving Jake Peters and two old 1880 era banjos. The story was written by Ken Overcast and published in his book entitled “Sitting’ ‘Round the Stove”.
