Licensed Strat

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History

The Fender Stratocaster guitar was invented in 1954 by Leo Fender and others in California. Leo had already created the successful Telecaster guitar.

Body

The Stratocaster, or Strat as it is sometimes known, is a double cutaway guitar. A cutaway is indentation or scallop in the guitar body, where the neck joins the body. Since the Stratocaster is a double cutaway, it has a cutaway above and below the neck where it meets the body. This cutaway provides room for the guitar player's hand to move in when playing notes "high" on the neck. By having a double cutaway the player's thumb can grip the neck area above while the other fingers play in the lower cutaway. The body of the Stratocaster consists of smooth, rounded, flowing curves. Fender called the body design a "Comfort Contour Body".

Neck

The Stratocaster had a one piece maple neck with twenty-one frets. Later a rosewood fret board was used. Today the Strat is available in maple and rosewood fretboard models.

Bridge

Fender used a spring assembly on the bridge to allow it to float with the pull of the strings. Attaching a tremolo arm to the bridge, you could move it up or down to increase or decrease the pitch of the notes you were playing. Some players do not care for this feature of the Stratocaster and disable it, but nonetheless, it was an innovative design.

Pickups

The Stratocaster has three single coil pickups, as opposed to the double coil "humbucking" pickups found on some other guitars such as those by Gibson. The pickup nearest the bridge is mounted in a slanted position. The Stratocaster had a three position switch to select the pickups. Early players discovered you could position the switch in between positions for an interesting distinctive sound. Later Fender added a five position switch to facilitate this setting. This interesting sound has become a distinctive characteristic of the Stratocaster guitar. Musicians and later Fender also experimented with other pickup combinations on the Strat, including using double coil or "humbucking" pickups.

Finish

The first Strats were finished in a two color sunburst. Since then the Strat has been painted in a variety of colors and finishes. Fender used automotive type paints and colors and the Strat is frequently seen in these colors.

Corporate History

CBS went on a buying binge and bought Fender in 1965. They also bought Steinway, the famous piano maker, Rodgers organs, Rogers drums, the maker of the Leslie speaker (best known for being paired with the Hammond organ), and others. The general consensus is that the quality of Fender instruments suffered greatly during this time due to cost cutting measures. Through the years, Fender exported or licensed the manufacture of Stratocasters in other countries. There was also a line of guitars created called Squier that included the Stratocaster. The Squier line consisted of cheaper models designed for entry-level, or student, guitarists. In 1985, led by Bill Schulz, Fender completed a buyout from CBS. Schulz is generally credited with saving Fender by restoring the quality.

Future

Fender prospered. The future looks bright. And today there are numerous models of American Standard Stratocasters available from Fender in various price ranges.

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Beauty Schools Seen As Attractive Choice

Whether you're seeking a new career or to change careers, cosmetology school offers a rewarding option for a fulfilling job that is in constant demand. And the most enjoying part about working in cosmetology is that you can look good by striving to make other people look their best.

The U.S. Department of Labor says employment of hairdressers, hairstylists, cosmetologists, skin care specialists and shampooers is projected to grow between 10 to 20 percent through 2010. Employment of manicurists and pedicurists is expected to increase 21 to 35 percent over the same period.

Those figures being touted by the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) project a bright outlook for cosmetology and esthetics, which comprise a healthy industry reported to generate $60 billion a year.

Founded in 1924, AACS is a national nonprofit association that is open to all privately owned schools of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences. "Licensed cosmetologists provide a variety of personal services that help client's look and feel their best," the AACS says.

"These services primarily include the care and treatment of hair, nails and skin."

Cosmetology, beauty and barber schools train people at all stages in their careers to become licensed practitioners in their fields. As the AACS reports, these school programs include:

Cosmetology: a full cosmetology program usually covers hair styling, skin-care, nail care and makeup.

Esthetics: the study of applying makeup and performing facials, massages, waxing and reflexology.

Nail Technology: the study of the art of nail art, design, tips, forms, wraps and gels.

Electrolysis: a medically recognized permanent hair removal method for face and body.

Teacher Training: a program of instruction to prepare a cosmetologist to teach future cosmetologists.

Along with the satisfaction of a functional career, the pay can be rewarding as well. According to both the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and the U.S. Department of Labor, salon professionals can average up to $50,000 including tips.

AACS explains that a cosmetologist's ability to bring in and maintain regular clients is another factor in determining potential earnings. According to The U.S. Department of Labor, many cosmetologists and other personal appearance workers receive commissions based on the price of the service, or they earn a salary based on hours worked. Cosmetology or beauty school degrees can lead to a large selection of career choices. These include cosmetologist, hairstylist, hair color specialist, perm specialist, esthetician, nail care artists, manicurist, salon owner, school instructor, salon manager, salon coordinator… the list goes on. Other segments of the industry include the more elaborate sides of the business from fashion show stylist to beauty product designer.

The National Cosmetology Association (NCA) has represented the professional salon industry since 1921. Its membership includes more than 25,000 salon owners, hairdressers, nail technicians, estheticians, educators and students.

Even in tough times, the salon industry finds a way to make its profession appealing to its employment base, students and customers.

"In today's fluctuating economy, following the worst recession since the 1920s, it's more important than ever to broaden our understanding of the inner workings of the industry, including consumer behavior, retail strat­egy, and how to keep our clients coming back to us again and again," said Mark Goodman, NCA Council President, in a March 2010 NCA newsletter.

About the Author

The Gene Juarez Academy, started in 1987, has trained more successful cosmetology professionals than anyone else in the Pacific Northwest. Its Web site can be found at www.genejuarezacademy.com

Getting A Job As Security Guard Or Door Supervisor?

A friend of mine has recently written the Sia test and passed. The obvious next step will be to apply for the licence, where and how do you do it? Where will be the best place to strat looking for work?

if you want a job as a doorman you need to be an azzhole and have a bad attitude and just keep practising saying not tonight without even attempting to look at the person your saying it to. if on the hand your a normal human being try a different career path.

and by the way how long has a bouncer been called a door supervisor?

Fourth of July activities will be worth braving the heat, officials say
The city of Lufkin’s Parks and Recreation department and Mike Love & Associates promise this year’s Fourth of July festivities are worth braving the heat.

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