Any players in cleveland area?

**shag** · Oct-10-2004, 8:35am

Finally got up the nerve to post this message.
I just started playing the mandolin in February, and I am absolutely in love with the instrument.
I have played flute, guitar, and HD in the past.

This site is a godsend, and I am really thankful for it.

To get to my point:
I am interested in information on local pickers and teachers.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.

**Albert Whiting** · Oct-10-2004, 12:14pm

what state are you from

**Eugene** · Oct-10-2004, 3:36pm

I'm about two hours to your SSW. Pardon my ignorance, what is HD?

**shag** · Oct-10-2004, 6:27pm

I live in Cleveland, Ohio.
HD stands for hammered dulcimer.

I keep hearing that your playing can improve greatly by playing w/ others, so I am interested in jamming w/ others (I would be a newbie at this) and was also wondering if anyone knew of any teachers in my area.

Again, any info would be appreciated.

**Seth Rosen** · Oct-10-2004, 6:49pm

mandogal,

I'm in Cleveland Hts and teach workshop type lessons (for 2-3 hours at once, come back every 3-6 months) because my schedule doesn't permit teaching weekly. #However if weekly lessons is what you want I would be glad to recommend someone. #Please email me if you are interested for more info (sethro11@aol.com)

Regarding jam sessons, I'd recommend joining Folknet whose month newsletter 'Continuum' provides a comprehensive listing of jams, concerts, dances etc in NE Ohio. #You can find them on the web...I think the URL is www.folknet.org.

**mmukav** · Oct-10-2004, 8:43pm

Welcome, Mandogal!

I'm in Chardon Ohio. You know, with all the snow.
Check out www.Buckeyebluegrass.com
There are some jams listed and a message board, lists of Ohio festivals, Band pages and more!
You'll see there's a couple jams in the area you could try.
I think Seth could certainly hook you up with a teacher.
Good luck!

**Eugene** · Oct-11-2004, 6:31am

20 years or so ago, I used to go to a picking party held at Goose Acres, a Cleveland shop, with my Grandfather. I know the shop is still there; I don't know if they still host the jam.

**mmukav** · Oct-11-2004, 9:46am

Yes they do, Eugene. I believe it's the second Saturday of each month, or something like that. Check out www.gooseacres.com --you can then give them a call to find out about the jam.