Can you help me finding a mandolin teacher (in person, not on line) in the Detroit Metro area? I live in Rochester Hills, Michigan. I play acoustic guitar and I am new to mandolin. Thanks !
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Can you help me finding a mandolin teacher (in person, not on line) in the Detroit Metro area? I live in Rochester Hills, Michigan. I play acoustic guitar and I am new to mandolin. Thanks !
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