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Sounds like something Jethro would have written . Did he ?

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . Back in the mid 70's Jay Unger had an album titled "Fiddle Faddle ". On it was a medley of two old fiddle tunes. The first was a soulful...

I'll give the cycle issue a "you could be on to something " but I believe it goes to the issue of improving your playing and singing skills . It drives me crazy that some people will only play the...

I haven't seen Ziegler mentioned . Not to many around and he has passed on years ago, yet his mandolins and guitars are held in high esteem.

I keep listening to this video at least a couple of times a day . It really brightens up a dull day. Thanks F5 !!!!!!!!!

Just for giggles I thought I bump this thread back to the top to see if anything has changed over the last year or so.

Dan , Nice work. I had the pleasure of playing one of your first mandolins several months ago and after listening to the clip , all I can say is WOW !!!!!, And your still a youngun ...The future is...

Anyone headed to the New Years Day Jam in North Judson , Indiana on Tuesday ?????

Just in case you find someone with $24k to buy your car , that's half the battle . Just remember its better to ask forgiveness than permission.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=a4OUlYAVYWA

There are several others on you tube just type in Old Ebenezer Scrooge . There is also a thread on the song of the week social...

When you ad in Mark O'Connor on guitar , Darol Angor on fiddle and Mike Marshall to round out the Grisman Quintet you could be right .

You may want to look up one of the better auto upholstery shops in your area. Think upper end classic cars . Look for one that has experience in custom fitting leather seats and convertible tops ....

Try these links for more info. Where in the Chicago area are you located .

http://nibaweb.org/index_files/jams.htm

http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/bgrass-chatbox-illinois/
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While "Rat Rods" are functioning automobiles , Please , Please , don't confuse them with real period correct customs cars . Here is a link to Rik Hoving's Site so you can see what a real era...

CC, What kind of fast cars ?????

Use a dark violet or blue toner . You may also want to try experimenting with a red tinted lacguer clear . It gives that candy apple effect. The base color will have a significant effect on the candy...

Take a look at Mark O'Connors web site about his method of teaching violin to youngsters. He hits on the issue of music training and allowing kids to explore music to find what is of interest to them...

I believe that starting a child out in music should be done as early as possible. A number of years ago The Chicago Tribune did a series of articles on the development of the human brain from birth...

This schedule is posted on Steve's "Down Home Guitars " web site.




2nd ANNUAL FRANKFORT BLUEGRASS FEST


JULY 14TH & 15TH 2012

I think I remember this kid. I hear hes been hanging around with that Stiernberg guy on the northside. I hope he he doesn't pick up any bad habits from him. ;)


I have heard him play violin with...

You could check with Dale Ludwig in De Kalb . He has done some finish repair on my mandolin and did a great job.
He is on the Cafe and listed in the builder section as well.

PBS aired a special last week " Goat Rodeo Sessions with Edgar Meyer , Stewart Duncan, Chris Thile and YO-Yo Ma " .
Thile sang a couple of songs with a young vocalist Aiofe O'Donovan. After digging...

You are missing the point. Your saying your foot should fit in any shoe that is made . You just have to accommodate for a poor fit . Instead of trying mandolins till you find one that is comfortable...

After lurking around the forum for a while I noticed all the threads about the " Best mandolin for a beginner , Questions should I ask my builder , ect ...... I have not been able to find a thread...

Who's the young gal that sang with Thile on several songs ? What a voice ...