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Original literature promoting Guild musical instruments

Guild produced numerous catalogs, brochures and pamphlets for their guitars, bass guitars and amplifiers, although typically they separated electric guitars from acoustics and amplifiers. A number of these catalogs are detailed below. Follow the links for a closer look at the individual catalog pages, and to find out more about the guitars contained within.

1962 Guild catalog
1962 Guild catalog coming soon
1968 Guild catalog
1963 "Guild Guitars / Amplifiers" catalog - two-colour sixteen page catalog containg 23 electric guitars, 5 archtop acoustic, 6 classic acoustic, 5 flat top acoustic and 6 amplifier models. Dimensions 12" x 9". New models include Guild's new line of solid body electrics, the S-200 Thunderbird, S-100 Polara and S-50 Jet-Star, the George Barnes Guitar in F and Guild Acousti-Lectric, and the Guild Valencia F-40 and Mark VI Classic acoustics.
1966 Guild catalog
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1968 Guild catalog
1968 Guild "America's Finest" catalog - two-colour sixteen page catalog containg 23 electric guitars, 5 basses, 5 archtop acoustics, and 10 flat top acoustics. Dimensions 12" x 9". New models include the newly reissued M-75 electric six string, the M-85 bass, dual-pickup Starfire bass, D-40-E and F-212-E electric acoustic flat-tops, and the D-35 Bluegrass
1969 Guild guitar catalog
1969 Guild "Electric Guitars & Basses" catalog - this brochure was the first of several single sheet flyers, folded into panels. It contained eleven electric guitars, and two basses.
8 pages. Dimensions 7 1/4" x 3 1/2").
1970 Guild catalog
1970 Guild "Electric Guitars & Basses" catalog - the 1970 brochure is broadly the same as the 1969, though expanded with two extra panels featuring the guild ST series guitars and S-100 guitar and JS bass.
1971 Guild catalog
1971 Guild "Electric Guitars & Basses" catalog - the last of three fold-out brochures; this still has 10 panels, and much the same line up as the previous catalog, though the photographs are now updated in some cases. Guild humbuckers are now fitted to all the bass models and the ST guitars are replaced by more solid-bodies; the S-50 and S-90.
1975 Guild "Electric Guitars & Basses"  catalog
Guild 1975 guitar and bass catalog. A larger catalog than the small fold-out brochures released by Guild earlier in the 1970s, but not especially long at just twelve pages. For the first time, solid body guitars outnumber hollow body/semi acoustic models.
1978 "Guild Electrics"  catalog
Guild 1978 guitar and bass catalog Guild continued in developing their solid body lines with the launch of some completely original designs: the S-300, S-60, and S-70 models replacing the SG styled S-50, S-90 and S-100. Likewise the B301 and B302 replace the JS1 and JS2. Twelve pages.
1982 Guild catalog
Guild 1982 "Electric Guitar" catalog. "Re-introducing Guild electric guitars and basses. Over the last two years, we've made major changes in all areas throughout the line" - the 1982 catalog featured a few hollow body classics, but mostly brand new solid bodies: M-80, X-82, X-79, S-25, S-250, S-275, and several basses: X-702, SB-201, SB-202, SB-203, SB-502E
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Madeira by Guild A-2 Concert Acoustic Guitar - 1970s

Madeira by Guild A-2 Concert Acoustic Guitar - 1970s

Ocoee, Florida, 347**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$245

Madeira A-2 concert acoustic guitar. In good shape. No major damage, some scratches and scuffs as seen. Neck is in good shape and it plays very well. Martin 000 copy, distributed by Guild. Great lawsuit era acoustic. Local pickup in Ocoee, FL also available
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Vintage late 70s 80s Guild TREBLE SIDE TUNER Bluesbird X-175 Starfire S-100

Vintage late 70's 80's Guild TREBLE SIDE TUNER Bluesbird X-175 Starfire S-100

Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Later "cursive" logo. This is an original SINGLE Treble SIDE Guild chrome plated tuner as used on many mid to high end Guild guitars in the 70's to early 80's. It shows vintage wear. Includes bushing, washer, and screw. You may not receive the exact same tuner in the picture, but it will be in same or better condition
7 % sales tax will be added to all items shipped inside the state of Florida. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact ... more
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1964 Guild S-50 Jetstar Guitar Jet Star

1964 Guild S-50 Jetstar Guitar Jet Star

Springville, New York, 141**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1199

Great condition with lots of small dings and scratches. Frets show wear but are still good to go. Plays and sounds great. Includes modern case. Free shipping. Please email questions.
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1976 Guild D-50 Bluegrass Special Vintage Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w /  Case

1976 Guild D-50 Bluegrass Special Vintage Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3500

Up for sale, a 1976 Guild D-50 ??Bluegrass Special?? in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. This premier Guild flattop was introduced in 1963, and the D-50 model has a broad appeal for open tunings, fingerpicking, DADGAD, and a variety of other applications
Made in the USA at Guild's Westerly, Rhode Island factory, tonewoods include a Sitka spruce top, bookmatched Indian rosewood back and sides, and a mahogany neck capped by a slab ... more
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Vintage  1971  Guild  guitar truss rod cover no screws Luthier used  guitar part

Vintage 1971 Guild guitar truss rod cover no screws Luthier used guitar part

Southampton, Massachusetts, 010**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30

I'm cleaning house. Selling a bunch of vintage musical itemsparts from a long closed (17 years ) New England Luthier / vintage guitar shop Today I have a solid black Guild Truss rod cover that was marked "1971 GUILD " The cover has a slight crack eminating from one of the screw holes. It is tight and only shows in certain light. See pic 3. I am not a vintage guitar expert, and will appreciate any input from my fellow ebayers. .These will be of interest to any luthier looking for ... more
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Original Guild X-79 Guitar From 1984. MADE IN THE USA

Original Guild X-79 Guitar From 1984. MADE IN THE USA

Sicklerville, New Jersey, 080**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

Original guild x-79 from 1984. This is an original guild x-79 from 1984 this is NOT a Chinese fake that you see listed on eBay. This guitar was made in the USA. It??s all original except the pick guard and one of the knobs. It has vintage Seymour Duncan pickups from the late 80s in it. Also comes with the original xr7 pickups that came with it as you can see in the pics. Comes with the original case and owners manual. Has a few nicks as you can see in the pics and some buckle scratches on the ... more
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Guild X-180 Semi-Hollow Guitar Burst w /  Case "Excellent Condition"

Guild X-180 Semi-Hollow Guitar Burst w / Case "Excellent Condition"

La Plata, Maryland, 206**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

Body Material: Maple
Inlays: Block
Number of Frets: 20
Scale Length: 24 75 inches
Nut Width: 1 688 inches
Neck Material: Maple
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Finish / Color: Burst
Bridge Pickup: Single-Coil
Neck Pickup: Single-Coil
Case: Hardshell
Serial #: CR000034
Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz
Each scale varies... more
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Vintage Guild Tuners Set Of 3 50??s 60??s

Vintage Guild Tuners Set Of 3 50??s 60??s

Carmichael, California, 956**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

Vintage Guild Tuners Set Of 3 50??s 60??s. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.... more
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1965 Guild X-50 Cordoba

1965 Guild X-50 Cordoba

Bayville, New Jersey, 087**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2950

1965 Guild X-50 Cordoba
The full body (2 7 / 8" deep) Guild X-50 and it's thinner body (2 " ) companion model T-50 were both given the name Guild Cordoba - with the only difference being this body depth (The T-50 was referred to as Cordoba "slim " ). Actually the X-50 started life in 1954 as the Guild Granada, changing to Cordoba around about the time the thinline T-50 was introduced. The X-50 could also be considered a non-cutaway version of the Guild Capri CE-100
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Vintage 1970s Guild  S-100 Guitar Truss Rod Cover (extra hole)

Vintage 1970's Guild S-100 Guitar Truss Rod Cover (extra hole)

Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$60

Scratches and an extra hole in the middle . Made of plastic.
7 % sales tax will be added to all items shipped inside the state of Florida. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I will NOT declare lower values or declare items as gifts under any circumstance.... more
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1 Vintage  Guild guitar  Bass side tuner 1970s  made in Japan Guild G-37 ?

1 Vintage Guild guitar Bass side tuner 1970's made in Japan Guild G-37 ?

Southampton, Massachusetts, 010**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40

I'm cleaning house. Selling a bunch of vintage musical itemsparts from a long closed ( 17 years ) New England Luthier shop. Today I have a single for the bass side guild tuner, Marked JAPAN on the back with 4 maybe a D string ? E, A,D This one was tagged 70's Guild G-37, but I think I have seen these on the cutaway dreadnoughts as well. I am not a vintage guitar expert, and will appreciate any input from my fellow ebayers. No bushing included no screws. These will be of interest to any ... more
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Vintage 1950s Guild Kluson "No-Line" Gold Guitar Tuners X-350 Aristocrat Rare

Vintage 1950's Guild Kluson "No-Line" Gold Guitar Tuners X-350 Aristocrat Rare

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$795

This listing is for a set of rare Vintage 1950's Kluson "No Line" Gold Guitar Tuning Gears. This tuners would have come off a late 1950's Guild guitar such as a X-350 or Aristocrat M-75.
These are super rare and hard to find tuners. This style may have also been used on some Martin or Gibson models from the late 1950's or 1960's but I know these are found on the higher end Guild models.
The tuning heads are a complete set of 3+3 tuners. They come as pictured and do not include any ... more
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Guild 1970-1980 D-35  /  D40  /  S-100 Bass Side Single Tuner Chrome Japan

Guild 1970-1980 D-35 / D40 / S-100 Bass Side Single Tuner Chrome Japan

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$37

Up for sale is a Guild 1970s??1980s Bass Side Single Tuner, finished in Chrome, correct for models such as the D-35, D-40, and S-100. This is an original-era Guild tuner made in Japan, ideal for a proper vintage replacement or restoration
? Details
Brand: Guild
Type: Single Tuner (Bass Side)
Era: 1970s??1980s
Made in: Japan
Finish: Chrome
Position: Bass Side
Correct For:
?? Guild D-35
?? Guild D-40
?? Guild S-100
?? Other Guild models from the same era ... more
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Vintage Guild Jumbo Acoustic Case Made In USA Brown Leather

Vintage Guild Jumbo Acoustic Case Made In USA Brown Leather

Kansas City, Missouri, 641**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Vintage guild jumbo acoustic case. All matches work, clean inside. Some stickers that can be removed.... more
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Guild M-20 Acoustic Guitar Possibly Made 1964? With Case

Guild M-20 Acoustic Guitar Possibly Made 1964? With Case

Lutz, Florida, 335**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$499

I??m listing this for parts as I do not play guitar and don??t know much about them. The serial number is 37277, which from what I can find dates it to 1964. The line below the strings on the body of the guitar is possibly a repair? Or maybe it??s just where it was gouged. I??m not really sure. Included in the auction is the hard case, used strap, couple replacement strings and a couple guild picks. Shipping is a flat $29 99. Thanks for looking and be sure to look at all of the pictures as they ... more
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1984 GUILD X88 GUITAR TRUSS ROD COVER - VINTAGE STAR BODY UP FOR PARTS

1984 GUILD X88 GUITAR TRUSS ROD COVER - VINTAGE STAR BODY UP FOR PARTS

Rockford, Illinois, 611**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Close to a once in a lifetime instance to buy parts from a X88. Super rare guitar in the 80's, and super super rare in 2022! Then to get the chance to get some parts from one without having to buy the whole thing
This is just for the truss rod cover, no other hard ware is being sold with it. Please see the photos for condition. The last photos show the plate on the guitar, and a front shot of the guitar so you can see what it came off of. Those photos are for information purposes only.... more
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1975 Guild X-175 Amazing Jazz Guitar 1 / 2 The Price Of A Gibson! (148)

1975 Guild X-175 Amazing Jazz Guitar 1 / 2 The Price Of A Gibson! (148)

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

1975 Guild X-175 ?? Vintage Jazz Classic
Up for sale is a 1975 Guild X-175 in Very Good condition. These are widely regarded as one of the best budget vintage jazz guitars on the market, offering classic archtop tone and feel without the high price tag. This example shows little to no fret wear and plays great up and down the neck. It has that warm, articulate jazz sound Guild is known for, along with a comfortable neck and solid build quality. A very cool vintage guitar with tons of vibe and... more
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1966 Guild Starfire IV Sunburst Finish Vintage Electric Guitar w / OHSC

1966 Guild Starfire IV Sunburst Finish Vintage Electric Guitar w / OHSC

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2495

1966 Guild Starfire IV

In Good Overall Condition

Shows Playwear Throughout

Sunburst Finish

Semi-Hollow Body

Nut Width Measures 1 67"

Neck Depth Measures .83" At The 1st, .95" At The 12th
Frets Are In Very Good Condition
Binding In The Cutaways Is Separating Slightly

Headstock Veneer Is Separating Slightly In One Corner

G-String Tuner Is Missing ... more
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Vintage Guild 98-RT Tube Guitar Amplifier Footswitch ONLY

Vintage Guild 98-RT Tube Guitar Amplifier Footswitch ONLY

Bergenfield, New Jersey, 076**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

Vintage Guild 98-RT Tube Guitar Amplifier Footswitch ONLY
For your consideration is a USED Vintage Guild 98-RT Tube Guitar Amplifier Footswitch ONLY
We will ship outside the U S.A via eBay's International shipping. If Ebay ships to your country, then you are welcome to bid on our items!
A Division of O. DiBella Music, Inc. - Est. 1910
456 South Washington Ave
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
TERMS & CONDITIONS
By placing a bid for this item, you agree that you have
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1979 Guild D-25m Acoustic Guitar Mahogany w /  Hang Tags

1979 Guild D-25m Acoustic Guitar Mahogany w / Hang Tags

Benicia, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1699

Step into the warmth and resonance of vintage American craftsmanship with this 1979 Guild D-25M Acoustic Guitar, finished in a rich mahogany stain. Whether you're adding to a collection or seeking an inspiring acoustic with history and heart, the Guild D-25M is a true American classic that delivers timeless sound and style. There is case burn on the finish on the back (shown in the pictures)
Layaway plans are also available. Message us for details.


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1966 Vox New Escort The Vox New Escort was Vox's version of the Fender Telecaster, at a time when American guitars were out of reach for most British musicians. It was made by JMI in England, for the British market, and unlike the majority of other models, didn't have an Italian-made equivalent. But the New Escort wasn't a slavish Fender copy, adding Vox's stylish teardrop headstock to the tele-style body, with a stop tailpiece and two Vox V2 single coil pickups. And it's a pretty substantial, and nice playing guitar, with a very comfortable neck. Check out the images, specifications, and watch a video of it in action. There is also extra content in the vintageguitarandbass supporting members area.

1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin' Care

1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin Care Catalog scan. The 1969 Fender Lovin' Care catalog consisted of 48 pages of electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, steel guitars, acoustic guitars, banjos and keyboards. Like the previous catalog, this featured the company's guitars in a variety of interesting settings around California, from the Whiskey-A-Go-Go, to the Hollywood Bowl. Several instruments were making their first appearance amongst it's pages: the Telecaster bass, Montego and LTD jazz guitars, and the Redondo acoustic. It was the final catalog appearance, however, of the Electric XII, Bass V, Duo-Sonic, Coronado I and Coronado Bass I.

1973 Eko Ranger Folk

1973 Eko Ranger Folk The Eko Ranger series of guitars was incredibly popular in the second half of the 1960s and through the 1970s, selling in very large numbers. The Ranger Folk was 1 1/4" smaller, and 1" shallower than the Ranger VI and XII - and with a narrower waist. Not a bad guitar; a little quiet, but pretty playable. These were great value in 1973, and because they sold so many, they are easy to find and excellent value today.

1966 Vox Symphonic bass guitar

1966 Vox Symphonic bass guitar The Symphonic bass was built in the UK, by Vox parent company JMI. It was the Vox equivalent to the Fender Precision bass, and was one of the most expensive Vox guitars produced. It was actually a great playing bass, rather similar to the Precision in feel and sound, but was probably just too expensive compared to an actual Fender and consequently sold poorly. When Vox hit financial problems in 1968, unsold guitars and basses were passed on to Dallas Arbiter, who briefly sold the excess Symphonic bass stock as model 4537. This bass, although with a neck date of February 1966, was most likely one of the unsold Vox guitars sold on by Dallas Arbiter. Check out the bass, and the two video demos through 1960s Ampeg and WEM amplifiers.

1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog

1968 Shaftesbury catalogThe 1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog was just four pages long, and contained four guitar models: the six string Barney Kessel-style 3264; and three Rickenbacker-styled semi-acoustic models: the six-string 3261, the twelve string 3262 and the 3263 bass. Shaftesbury was the house-brand of major UK distributor Rose-Morris, and seems to have been launched as a response to the company's loss of it's distribution deal with Rickenbacker. The guitars were mid-priced, and built in (initially) Japan, and later Italy, by Eko

1970 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns Celebrated Classics' catalog

1970 Rose_Morris catalog1970 Rose-Morris catalog, dated April 1970. It featured 6 electric guitars, 32 acoustic guitars, 3 basses and 1 steel guitar. It contains the following instruments, over 20 pages: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3262, 3264, 3265, 3400; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Colorado, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12; Aria 1674, 1675, 1676, 1679, 1680, 1695, 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk; Rose-Morris 15-11, Kansas, Georgian, Florida; Suzuki 1663, 1664, 1665, 3054, 3055, 3060; Tatay 1713, 1714, 1715; Peerless 3052; Steel guitar: Aria 3425

1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog

1971 Rose_Morris catalogThe sixteen-page 1971 Rose-Morris catalog featured electric guitars by Rose-Morris' own brand, Shaftesbury, and budget brand Top Twenty; aswell as acoustics by Eko, Aria, and for the first time Ovation. The catalog contains the following instruments: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3264, 3265, 3400, 3402; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Ovation: Balladeer, 12 String, Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell 12 string; Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12, Colorado, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Studio 'L'; Rose-Morris Florida; Aria 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk

1972 Fender Precision bass

1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

1967 Vox Stroller

1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music