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I would prefer the workshop over the private lessons but I dont think he'll have it just for me :) PS. I've watched all your youtube videos Don and love your playing sir. Cheers

Folks, I've been trying to organize a workshop with Mike Compton in Bloomington, IL as he is doing a show this Friday the 13th and I thought while we have him we could all learn a lot on Sat. the...

Yet another friendly reminder to all those that may be interested.

Mike Compton will be performing a coffee house concert and having a workshop in Bloomington, IL. Details are below.

Concert...

I think I'll pick up the pro-grab it and try that first. Always a need for new tools so thanks a bunch John and George. Joe if I lived a bit closer I would stop by and let you have a go at it. You do...

While instlaling a strap on the neck of my A style the head of the screw snapped off.

I pre-drilled the hole and it went in without problem. When I put the strap on and played for a bit is when...

Friendly reminder to all those interested.

Mike Compton will be performing a coffee house concert and having a workshop in Bloomington, IL. Details are below.

Concert Information:
January 13th...

Just wanted to let everyone know that Mike Compton will be performing a coffee house concert and having a workshop in Bloomington, IL. Details are below.

Concert Information:

January 13th @ 7PM...

Folks, does anyone know what David Long has been up to recently? A wonderful musician super nice guy and fantastic mandolin player.

Folks, I hope this post is ok. I was hoping someone was wanting to sell their Butch Baldasarri 30 Fiddle Tunes for Mandolin and the Mandolin Tunes & Repertoire Books and CD's. If so please please...

Folks, I am heading to St. Louis today and was wanting to stop in a music shop with some nice mandolins. I won't be there until some time this afternoon. I'm on the road and it may even be tomorrow....

I have been away from the cafe and the mandolin for a while now. I was never a big contributor but always lurked around a lot and benefited greatly from the knowledge of such giving folks. Anyway, I...

Bob1300, my middle finger is just shy of 3.5" and my pinky is only 2.5". I remember a good friend of mine telling me that finger size has nothing to do with it. I can play all of the standard chop...

It seems to be working for me now...

-S

What do you more knowing then I think the average time is before a re-fret? I play a couple of hours every night and even though there are some good grooves in my frets there is no buzzing at all and...

Just wondering who here has started there musical endeavors on the mandolin and who has come to the mandolin from another instrument? If you have come from another instrument do you think that has...

it was a bit of a fat finger there on the E an the S. I found it pretty funny as well.

I just registered to make the trek to the workshop from Bloomington. It's sure to be a wonderful day and the concert at night will surely be great. Anyone else going?

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I have really been working on using my ears more and was hoping some folks here have used the Ear Training for the Mandolin by Brad Davis. If you have I would appreciate any reviews. Thanks -Scott

I just purchased mine folks. Certainly someone has had a chance to really look through it by now. Anyone willing to share your thoughts.

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Thx so much Jay. I have found my solution in the mean time.

-S

I just bought the Mandolin Styles By Dempsey Young VHS off eBay. The ad said it was a DVD. My VCR busted long ago and I have no way of watching this. and it came in VHS. Can any of you make a DVD...

Thanks for the tips earthsave. A friend has this set and I will have a listen to it.

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thx for the assistance Bob. I can not imagine anything being that much better then Monroe.

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I was wondering if anyone has or knows where I can find a nice break for this Waltz they would be willing to share.


Thx so much - Scott

All is well now. Made a trip to Home Depot and purchased some epoxy. Mixed her up and attached the button. I have not put any tention on it yet as I wasnt it to fully cure.
I looked at this AM and...