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Yesterday, 12:14pm

Simon DS replied to a discussion The Celts - Enya cover in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Really nice Ginny, good atmosphere. I like the artwork too. Well done.

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Yesterday, 10:19am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Week # 2 ~ Fisher's Hornpipe ~ REVISITED in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Don’t worry Dennis, I’m here lurking, not a lot of energy at the moment, nice playing Martin. Running a lot, got attacked by a wolf-dog and a woman...

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Mar-28-2020, 2:10pm

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

My first week with the Octave. Pheffernan challenged me with the idea of playing this song. Just out of the hospital a month ago so my voice still...

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Mar-28-2020, 10:50am

lflngpicker replied to a thread [Invitation] Virtual Mandolin Hangout in Jams, Workshops, Camps, Places To Meet Others

That sounds interesting to me, too. Dan in California

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Mar-27-2020, 6:22pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Thanks for pointing that out for me, Pat! I was off and it makes a difference to be sure.

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Mar-27-2020, 6:13pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Pat, I appreciate this reference because it is a rare offering of both round wound and flat wound steel. I like that tone and this gives me another...

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Mar-27-2020, 5:00pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Thanks for that ... what is your scale length? Mine is 20”. Oops! You said that it also is 20”! Guess they wouldn’t fit. You saved me $60.

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Mar-27-2020, 3:34pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

I have been playing the Octave a couple of hours today and I am getting accustomed to it and really enjoying trying a variety of things. Fiddle...

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Mar-27-2020, 3:19pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Good info guys. My take away is that I will possibly try the Curt Mangans but not the Thomaskins. Otherwise, I enjoy the D’Addario monels on my MT...

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Mar-27-2020, 11:12am

lflngpicker started a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

I have a New Eastman MDO 305 Octave, which I really like the way it is opening up new opportunities to grow as a mandolin player. I have noticed the...

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Mar-26-2020, 12:52pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Informal Poll in General Mandolin Discussions

Br1ck, If I could afford it, I would buy one. Yes-- either an Ellis or a Gibson. Dan

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Mar-26-2020, 12:50pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Informal Poll in General Mandolin Discussions

David, Love the Whimpy reference from the Pop Eye cartoons! Dan

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Mar-25-2020, 8:15pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Feeling Octave Mando in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I don’t have an F style octave but I sure am appreciating the variety that my new Eastman Octave A style provides. Very nice quality and tone for...

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Mar-25-2020, 8:11pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Just bought my first mandolin! in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Good to have you aboard, Belle! There so many nice and also knowledgeable folks on the M.C. I have learned so much from these friends and enjoyed...

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Mar-25-2020, 12:36pm

Simon DS replied to a discussion Red Prairie Dawn by Gary Harrison in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Bruce, you sent Ginny the music? You are very sweet! :)) You too, Gelsenbury and Bertram. (Edit): In fact I love you all!

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Mar-25-2020, 11:46am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Strap Button Recommendations in Equipment

A plus 1 on Lane’s method. Works great! Dan

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Mar-25-2020, 11:40am

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

Great job Spencer!

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Mar-25-2020, 8:26am

Simon DS replied to a thread Just bought my first mandolin! in Looking for Information About Mandolins

My first one, which I borrowed was/is a Stagg semi acoustic (but terrible pickup). Very affordable for the tone, had to set it up, cut down the...

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Mar-25-2020, 3:31am

Simon DS replied to a thread Good resources to learn arpeggios in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Jazzmando.com When finger picking guitar there are roll exercises for playing chords, often beginning and ending with the LOW root note. I’m...

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Mar-24-2020, 6:14pm

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

I didn't think I would be able to still sing with a tracheostomy in my throat. With a Passy Muir Speaking Valve I am able to sing a bit. I did a...

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Mar-24-2020, 6:06pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread I Miss Playing Live! in General Mandolin Discussions

Bob, I love performing as a singer/songwriter and did so as an avocation my whole life. I was in my first band at 11 yrs. and as an adult played...

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Mar-24-2020, 6:01pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Conference Call Jam Session !! in General Mandolin Discussions

Hi Charles, I was impressed with the video and the concept. Are you going to download? Dan

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Mar-24-2020, 5:39pm

Simon DS replied to a discussion The Braemar Gathering in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Lovely tune John, I really like that one, nice timing /tempo too, thanks

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Mar-24-2020, 4:50pm

Simon DS replied to a thread Feeling Octave Mando in Looking for Information About Mandolins

When everything opens up again you could nip down to see these guys, they usually have great instruments, friendly, knowledgeable... they’ll be back!...

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Mar-24-2020, 3:34pm

Simon DS replied to a discussion Logan Water in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Like a symphony David, well done! Welcome Pierpaolo S. and lovely recitation too Nice that you are from Lombardy -I swam in Lago di Como nearly...

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Mar-24-2020, 1:10pm

Simon DS replied to a discussion Week #517 ~ Wind on the Heath in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Thanks Martin and Frithjof, nice to see the beautiful images and the kitchentoo. Thanks Dan, I want to do this one later, I need to do fast reels...

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