1930’s Gibson “What do you want to do?” Booklet Rare brochure Catalog Collector case Candy vintage pre war Roy Smeck Gene Autry Script

The real deal from the 30’s.

🎸 VINTAGE MUSIC INSPIRATION BOOKLET — CIRCA 1930s

“WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO?” — With Roy Smeck, Gene Autry & More

Straight from the golden age of American radio, rodeo dreams and front porch jam sessions, this rare booklet is your backstage pass to the era when learning guitar, banjo or mandolin was the gateway to joy, fame… and maybe even a date on Saturday night.

📖 What’s inside?

• Wise words from the one and only Roy Smeck – the Wizard of the Strings
• A cameo from cowboy legend Gene Autry (in full Hollywood glory)
• Page after page of 1930s pep talk: “Don’t be halfway”, “Music is happiness”, “Get a good teacher”… all delivered with the full-blown optimism of pre-war America.

🧭 Condition:

Well-preserved for its age. No torn pages. Binding solid. The patina of time gives it that sweet sepia soul collectors love.

🪕 Why it rocks:

• Pure Americana
• A slice of guitar education history
• Great gift for vintage music lovers, guitar teachers, or anyone who believes happiness starts at the fretboard.

International buyers welcome