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    Re: Church Praise Band Question

    This is a good topic. Thanks for bringing it up Sherry. We have a lot of churches here in the mid-cities with a wide variety of worship styles. One of our worship team members, who often leads when...
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    Re: Mandolin Academy (Baron Collins-Hill)

    Following :popcorn:

    I've been mulling over signing up for his academy. Baron's instruction has been a big boost to my learning lately. I almost sound good when I play after 7 years.
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    Re: What did you ask Santa to bring you?

    An Eastman MDO305 Octave Mandolin. It was an early surprise thanks to The Mandolin Store's doorbuster special. I haven't had this much fun since I started my mandolin journey.
  4. Re: Musical Mechanics Courses - ArtistWorks? (I am a TOTAL Newbie

    I started with Mike Marshall on ArtistWorks in 2017. That, along with some of the free online teaching, really helped get me started. Basic music theory and ear training are helpful since you have no...
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    Re: Shout out to Lakota Leathers

    Yep, I really like Lakota straps. Found out about them on another thread here on MC before the pandemic. After buying the first one for my primary mandolin, I had to get straps for the others.
  6. Re: So what do you do when....it's just not happening for you?

    I hit a plateau (more like a wall!) with my playing several months ago. My great love for the mandolin hasn't diminished but it has been a struggle to un-case any of them and go at it again. It...
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    Re: Just passed a milestone #300

    Congratulations on #300! It's a beautiful instrument.
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    Re: Nylon-Strung Piccolo Mandolin- My Latest Build

    Very nice. I'm looking forward to a sound clip if you get the opportunity.
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    Re: Artistworks vs Peghead Nation

    I went with Mike Marshall/ArtistWorks when I started my mandolin journey in 2017. He starts from the ground up whereas some other instructors have an expectation of certain knowledge and/or skill...
  10. Thread: RIP Loretta Lynn

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    Re: RIP Loretta Lynn

    She was a true pioneer and down-to-earth. RIP.
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    Re: Calhoun Just Ordered

    I've been very happy with my Calhoun. Had it for almost 2 years now. Mellow compared to my The Loar 520 and not as loud. Hope you enjoy yours!
  12. Thread: Favorite stand?

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    Re: Favorite stand?

    I like my Hercules stand, too. With 3 large shepherds, a Chi/Terrier mix that thinks she's a shepherd and a rambunctious cat, it provides a greater comfort level when I need to free up my hands in...
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    Re: 3 unrelated mando questions

    Occasionally, I have problems with the tuner picking up the E string. Plucking closer to the bridge always takes care of it.
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    Re: The Ugliest Mandolin Cafe Hat in the World

    I have 2 Mandolin Cafe caps (black and tan) that are my favorites to wear. They are my go-to caps when I leave the house - rain or shine. However, it doesn't seem fitting to me to wear them while...
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    Re: Mandolin stand arrived today!

    That is one nice looking stand. If I didn't have 3 very active German Shepherds, it might be an option.
  16. Thread: A new mandocello

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    Re: A new mandocello

    Another beautiful instrument from every angle. It would be neat to hear it played.
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    Re: Struggling with left hand

    Welcome to the Cafe, Martin. And, welcome to your journey with the mandolin. It sounds like you need to work on your posture - not just sitting with the mandolin but, also, how you hold it. I started...
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    Re: My Greatest Regret

    I can so relate to this - for both the music lessons and the mandolin.
  19. Thread: Gibson sunburst?

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    Re: Gibson sunburst?

    :))
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    Re: A new A style mandolin

    I look at this one and think what's there not to like. The contrasts in woods really stands out along with the sound holes. It's a beauty.
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    Re: What happened to the automatic refresh?

    Started following this since I have the same issue as Allen. It requires a manual refresh using Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge on my laptops to unbold. It's been doing it for quite a while.
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    Re: New Player at age 63

    Sorry you had the flu. Hope you're on the mend. Hang in there. Lots of good advice here. I've had great experiences with the Cafe sponsors on my purchases. If you see something you like, give them a...
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    Re: Where did you find your last mando?

    Last one was from Elderly. Been hankering for a Collings MT or similar, lately, so that may change. The 2 prior to that was The Mandolin Store.
  24. Re: Contemporary Christian Music with Mandolin Solo???

    I started out playing the organ as a pre-teen with a teacher that went straight from the sheet music. She was good and I'm thankful for the basics she instilled in my young brain but my...
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    Re: New Guy / Calhoun Stuff

    Welcome to the Café! I played an extremely high action Gibson J-50 for years when I was young before I knew any better so I understand the discomfort. Playing should be enjoyable and proper set up is...
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