Lowell students build guitars, character in one-of-a-kind class

Lowell students build guitars, character in one-of-a-kind class

LOWELL, Mich. (WOOD) — In a woodshop at Lowell High School, the sound of a saw isn’t noise — it’s the beginning of music. Students there are sanding, soldering and building instruments. In the process, they're building patience, pride and problem-solving skills. Technology teacher Chris Phillips launched the class after picking up guitar building during the pandemic. “I was looking at sites just for parts for my guitars,” Phillips recalled. “I c…