George Rizsanyi established Rizsanyi Guitars in 1976. Before this he apprenticed for several years for the legendary Master Luthier Joe Lado Kovacic at The Twelfth Fret in Toronto, and for violin maker Bruce West. Currently based in Bear River, Nova Scotia where he runs Bear River Guitar Works. Rizsanyi makes exquisite, handmade guitars, Rizsanyi's clients have included the Rolling Stones' Keith Richards, superstars Sting, James Taylor and Peter Gabriel. Rizsanyi also runs the Rizsanyi School of Instrument making and repairs, featuring courses and workshops. A

Source: Rizsanyi Guitars website (2 October 2019)