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Yesterday, 5:50pm

DavidKOS replied to a thread Learning to read Rhythm in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Feeling rhythm is SO very important! Sometimes counting helps one to feel the beat better. "reading rhythm" is all about counting. Thanks...

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Yesterday, 8:03am

DavidKOS replied to a thread Is there a reason for the fretboard extension without frets ? in General Mandolin Discussions

Only if it's fretted and you ever use the notes up there. Obviously I'm in the minority...but my mandolin with the extended fingerboard is more...

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Jan-24-2021, 3:46pm

DavidKOS replied to a thread Finding a teacher when you have very specific musical interests in General Mandolin Discussions

I've attended a CMSA gathering and there are many players from the Bay area.

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Jan-24-2021, 10:34am

DavidKOS replied to a thread Finding a teacher when you have very specific musical interests in General Mandolin Discussions

https://sfmandolin.org/ perhaps the SF Mandolin Orchestra can help. sfmo@sfmandolin.org

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Jan-24-2021, 8:00am

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Mandolin goes sharp between sessions? in Equipment

My teacher gave me a humidifier for my case last week. Maybe someone has already suggested trying one, but just in case. . . .

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Jan-24-2021, 7:52am

JL277z replied to a discussion Week #538 ~ The Long Lane in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Sounds good, Martin!

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Jan-24-2021, 7:28am

DavidKOS replied to a thread Japenese made bowlbacls in Equipment

Exactly so. My second mandolin, seen in the above pic from the 80's, was an unlabeled (likely Suzuki) maple stave Japanese bowlback - loud,...

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Jan-23-2021, 3:08pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

Tom, I tried to do that very thing. See my previous response as to how well that worked out. Maybe the problem is the app.

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Jan-23-2021, 3:06pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

You facetious, Sue? Must be that Billy Jack influence. Lol Why don't you visit me in Texas and we can walk to the luthier? As to the audio...

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Jan-23-2021, 2:44pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Possible Transition from Light to Medium Strings in Equipment

OK, so I just got back from the Luthier. He tuned my mandolin, said the action was good and cannot be set lower, and sent me on my way. No charge. ...

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Jan-23-2021, 12:20pm

Explorer replied to a thread Atlanta Mandolin Luthiers in Builders and Repair

I have no financial interest in this, but I'm a fan of pancake mandolins. I currently only have two non-Flatiron Army Navy mandolins, a JBovier...

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Jan-23-2021, 12:17pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

Actually, Sue, I had planned on upgrading after 5 years of playing. I hit that milestone last May, only to decide I know nothing about buying an...

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Jan-23-2021, 12:13pm

Explorer replied to a thread My mysterious JBovier Knock-off in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I often see, in the guitar world, that having builds done of instruments, effect pedals and other gear in factories in some parts of Asia (China,...

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Jan-23-2021, 11:52am

Explorer replied to a thread Mandolin goes sharp between sessions? in Equipment

I have a hammered dulcimer which has a light coating of marine varnish inside, sealing the wood. Its pitch variances follow only temperature. ...

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Jan-22-2021, 7:04pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

Maybe I'll try this.

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Jan-22-2021, 6:20pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

What gave you the idea I've figured it out, Sue! I can't even practice because of my string issues! Time for wine.

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Jan-22-2021, 6:19pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

Nothing happens!

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Jan-22-2021, 6:12pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

I've gotten this far. At the risk of embarrassing myself, how do I drag and drop? I've tried both right and left clicking on my mouse and dragging....

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Jan-22-2021, 5:32pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Possible Transition from Light to Medium Strings in Equipment

The only one I know of is Bryan at Murphy's - right down the street from me.

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Jan-22-2021, 4:46pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Possible Transition from Light to Medium Strings in Equipment

I hadn't thought about needing a different pick! The one I've liked is a red Big Stubby. If the size is on the pick, I can't read it! It seems...

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Jan-22-2021, 7:51am

DavidKOS replied to a thread Do great looking mandolins have to sound better? in General Mandolin Discussions

There sure are some beautiful looking and sound mandolins out there. But as you point out not all great sounding instruments look perfect. Many of...

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Jan-21-2021, 10:44pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread post a video of yourself in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Nice! Love the tremolo.

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Jan-21-2021, 10:42pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread post a video of yourself in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Really nice!

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Jan-21-2021, 10:05pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Possible Transition from Light to Medium Strings in Equipment

OK, so I decided to change my strings. Watched most of a video showing how to do it. Then my husband said he would do it. He changed the E...

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Jan-21-2021, 7:45pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

Thanks, Jim! I considered the email option, but somehow that didn't seem to be the most tech savvy way to do it.

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Jan-21-2021, 6:29pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Creating a solo video with my own backing track in General Mandolin Discussions

I'm considering all suggested options and am starting with this one. TM, after checking out J4T Multitrack, I decided to try Voice Recorder & Audio...

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Jan-21-2021, 4:05pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Possible Transition from Light to Medium Strings in Equipment

I've really dreaded this string changing business, even to the point of considering taking my mandolin to a luthier to have it done. Anyway, the...

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Jan-21-2021, 2:11pm

Sherry Cadenhead started a thread Possible Transition from Light to Medium Strings in Equipment

It's been a long time since my strings have been changed. I've always used light gauge strings; when I checked my string supply, I found I only have...

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Jan-21-2021, 10:23am

DavidKOS replied to a thread Is there a reason for the fretboard extension without frets ? in General Mandolin Discussions

So you don't have to scoop it nor do a "Floridaectomy":) Indeed, some of us do use those extreme registers. Many folks do what you did,...

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Jan-21-2021, 1:54am

Explorer replied to a thread The Discipline Era Transcriptions in Rock, Folk Rock, Roots Rock, Rockabilly

Sold out! I occasionally play along with Guitar Craft albums, as well as the playing of Andy Summers (heavily fifths-oriented)....

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