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Hi Jim,

I have heard you make that remark before about Hladky's edition. I must say that I quite disagree. His fingering is actually quite good in regards to the effect he is aiming for. The...

Hello,

I am looking for a particular instrument that I use to own. It was an Embergher 5bis model by Nuova Liuteria Romana. I sold it here on the Cafe classifieds a long time ago (2012?)....

Hello Rob,

Here is a list of makers of 18th Century Neapolitan mandolin (Vinaccia) and Baroque Mandolino:

1. Labraid Instruments (Brian N. Dean), Nova Scotia - http://www.labraid.ca
2....

Bummer. I guess that I don't count as an American anymore. Thanks Michael.

Hello,

My latest composition, Walking the Streets of Amsterdam, for two mandolins is now available from Astute Music Ltd. It can be purchased here. Walking the Streets of Amsterdam

This piece...

"A question for our german residents; Would it make more sense to refer to this school as the Reichsmusikkammer or RMK system?"

NO - definitely not. What the English speaking world calls the...

Beanzy - I hear ya, man. However, that is exactly the point that a lot of people aren't seeing clearly. Wolki and Ambrosius did create these "new" techniques in order to manipulate the people. This...

I think it is important to point out that you are referring to technical materials. If one looks at Leone, Denis, Gervasio or Munier and Calace methods you will find the same exercises that Marlo...

I've been enjoying working on June Apple and Cattle in the Corn, this week.

Hello,

I would recommend contacting Brian N. Dean in Nova Scotia. He just restored an old Calace mandolin. If not Brian, then maybe Dan Larson (Minnesota, I think). If you have a higher end...

Hello. Someone was nice enough to notify me that my classical mandolin repertoire list links weren't working. I have fixed the problem. You can find both lists here:...

Hello BB,

Depending on your technical level there are several options available to you. Many of the options mentioned above are all excellent suggestions. I personally buy all of my music from...

Ah....yes, sorry about that. I meant the 2014 San Diego Classical Mandolin Camp. That would be great to see you guys there! Cheers.

Chris....

Hello,

For those that don't know me, my name is Chris Acquavella. I am a classical mandolinist from San Diego, CA and director of the San Diego Classical Mandolin Camp. The café did a nice press...

"I was particularly impressed with the two AcquavellaRauch performances. Steffi had her new mandola (from Walt Kuhlman), an outstanding instrument". - Robert Margo

Sorry, I have to correct...

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SDCMC NEWS: On Friday we received news that the SDCMC guest artist, Mari Fe Pavon, will be unable to fly to San Diego for personal reasons. We hope that Mari Fe Pavon will be able to join us in the...

There is some more news available for the 2013 San Diego Classical Mandolin Camp.

The Kona Kai Resort is under new management and is currently being refurbished. I was able to get photos of the...

Saturday, March 9, 2013 - The New Expression Mandolin Orchestra, based in San Diego, will be presenting a Latin themed program. Here is the information:

7:00pm - New Expression Mandolin Orchestra...

Truly stunning piece, Victor. Excellent work.

Eugene - please re-read my post. I did say that I liked some of the Golden Era stuff. Most of it just isn't worth mentioning or playing as standard rep. I am always interested in including a piece or...

Actually, I agree with the gentleman's original statement - "He's of the opinion that mandolin orchestras, rather than adapting works originally composed for other instruments, should stick to works...

Thanks for sharing your wonderful compositions with us. I always enjoy performing your works.

Just one little correction though: I recorded the full version of Diferencias on my Praeludium album....

Hi Joel,

You should get Raffaele Calace's Mandolin Methods Book I & II, English edition released by Mike Marshall & Caterina Litchenberg. In there you will find most of the advanced classical...

Hello,

Bob, have the orchestra member contact Satoshi. He is a very nice guy and the price is very, very reasonable. (the last I checked). Good luck.

Chris...