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Pick mandolin-family instruments as well as guitar? Share tips, tunes, and techniques in the mandolin group.
This is a group for fingerstyle players of all types, from Hedges disciples to Chet channelers.
This is a group for fingerstyle players of all types, from Hedges disciples to Chet channelers.
This is a group for fingerstyle players of all types, from Hedges disciples to Chet channelers.
Pick mandolin-family instruments as well as guitar? Share tips, tunes, and techniques in the mandolin group.
I have ordered a Kentucky Km 254. It's a little more than I was planning to spend, but I've been good lately, so my wife said it was okay, if I cleaned out the bird's nest under our porch roof and we don't eat out as much as usual for a while. Hey,…
I understand that playing more mandolin can help stave off alzheimer's...it's just a theory, but hey, it could work! At least that's what I am tellin' the wife!!! Edward
RE: alzheimer's and playing more music..........what was I going to say?
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Taku Sakashta Memorial Fund
Many of you have heard about the tragic killing of luthier Taku Sakashta in Rohnert Park, California on February 11. Everyone who knew Taku (myself included) is obviously still trying to wrap their heads around what happened, though there
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Acoustic Guitar at NAMM – Sunday, January 17 and Wrap Up
We’re back from four busy days at the Winter NAMM show, excited by the fun of our 20th anniversary party with so many industry friends, and by seeing all the new gear that will be hitting the shelves of your favorite music store in the coming months. Overall, the show seemed busier than in recent years and the mood very positive, which bodes well for 2010.
A highlight for me was checking out the Paul Reed Smith event on Saturday night, where Tony McManus, Martin Simpson, Cody Kilby, and Ricky S… Continue
A highlight for me was checking out the Paul Reed Smith event on Saturday night, where Tony McManus, Martin Simpson, Cody Kilby, and Ricky S… Continue
Posted on January 19, 2010 at 1:30pm — 3 Comments
Acoustic Guitar at NAMM -- Thursday, January 14
Greetings from Anaheim, where much of the Acoustic Guitar staff has joined our colleagues in the music industry for the 2010 NAMM trade show. The show started today, and we've already seen a lot of exciting new guitars, accessories, and other gear. Throughout the weekend, we'll be posting here in the Community blog, sharing some of the highlights from the biggest gear-fest of the year.
We're also looking forward to celebrating our 20th Anniversary with a party for our advertisers, contri… Continue
We're also looking forward to celebrating our 20th Anniversary with a party for our advertisers, contri… Continue
Posted on January 14, 2010 at 11:30pm — 5 Comments
240 Essential Acoustic Albums
The 20th Anniversary issue (February 2010) of Acoustic Guitar is now on its way to subscribers and will hit newsstands shortly. Our aim with this issue was to pay homage to all the talented players, innovative guitars and gear, and amazing songs and albums that consistently inspire acoustic guitarists across all styles.
So, among this issue's great songs to play, lessons with acoustic icons, and information about guitar and gear trends, you'll find… Continue
So, among this issue's great songs to play, lessons with acoustic icons, and information about guitar and gear trends, you'll find… Continue
Posted on December 18, 2009 at 5:54pm — 14 Comments
New Dave Rawlings Album and Upcoming Interview in Acoustic Guitar
We're excited to hear about the upcoming realease of the Dave Rawlings Machine album, A Friend of a Friend. Acoustic Guitar senior editor Scott Nygaard spent a few hours with Rawlings when he and Gillian Welch were playing Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in San Francisco two weeks ago, and got a lot of great insight into Rawlings singular guitar style. Look for a feature story in an upcoming issue of Acoustic Guitar.
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Posted on October 14, 2009 at 2:50pm — 3 Comments
Comment Wall (32 comments)
- At 11:52am on January 6, 2010,
Walt Pilcher said… - Dan,
I really enjoy the magazine and appreciate the Community. I've gotten a lot out of both and like to think I've contributed at least a little to the Community even though I'm a relatively new player. Unfortunately, I must comment on the UltraSound ad on p. 43 of the current issue. It jumped out at me as being totally inconsistent with the high editorial standards of the magazine. It is demeaning not only to women, but also to all men who respect the women and girls in their lives. I'm sure AG has a great many women readers, and there are many women in the Community too, and I can imagine how some of them must feel about this kind of advertising. As a former marketing executive for the country's largest pantyhose brand, I know a lot about marketing to women. The recent Levy's ads use the same idea as the UltraSound and are almost as demeaning although without the use of what amounts to soft porn. I just think this sort of thing has no place in what is otherwise an environment characterized by high and upstanding quality. Thanks for considering these thoughts.
Walt
- At 5:08pm on December 28, 2009,
tim mc nulty said… - Hi Dan just got my AG magazine and WOW what a hit!! great stuff my vocal cords are still harting from singing so long Very nice !!! ONE BIG THUMBS UP!!!
- At 7:44pm on December 2, 2009,
Doc Rogers said… - Hi Dan
Sorry to be a nudge again. But the Players section of the Guitar Forum has gone awol. No postings are visible. Cna you get someone to take a look?? Thanks, Doc
- At 12:37pm on November 15, 2009,
tim mc nulty said…
- Hi Dan, just wanted to say i love AG and this sight is a greate additon. I know youre one bezzy guy but if you have time check out my vids. on youtube under the name runthere Thanks!!!
- At 9:43am on September 23, 2009,
Larry Allen Brown said… - Hi Dan,
I sent a message to you regarding the teaching video that is in the editing stage right now. Don't know if you got it. We're looking to complete the editing around the 17th of Oct and would like for Acoustic Guitar to take a look at it.
- At 4:18pm on July 20, 2009,
John Francis said… - Hi Dan,
It is great to meet you on this great site. I look forward to contributing what I can.
All the best,
John Francis
- At 2:02pm on June 15, 2009,
bruce wilson said…
- Hi Dan
What is the protocol for selling a used acoustic on this format? If it's not acceptable, could there be a seperate category that maybe limits
folks to a single ad per six months or so?
Best, Bruce Wilson
- At 10:06am on June 5, 2009,
jrmc52 said… - Hi Dan,
During the Brian Ball chat last week, it was indicated a transcript of the discussions would be available. Has this been posted, or have I just not found it?
Thanks
John
- At 10:52pm on May 29, 2009,
Chin Khiang Tsung said…
- Hi Dan,
May I know from you where can I find the best reference book to improve my intermediate standard of fingerstyle to the advance level ?
From Paul.
- At 1:27pm on May 26, 2009,
bruce wilson said…
- Dan, thanks for your gracious note regarding a misinterpretation.
Usually, the best way to deal with an angry ranter is with humor; I felt bady for Ted, and much annoyed with JJ, but the fact that I was unable to tag the post with the original target is my mistake. I didn't want to use JJ's name on it either, figured that would just get him going again, so I guess it wasn't too hard for someone to see things differently than they were intended.
I very much enjoy this forum, it's a good outlet for the sharing the joys of equipment and playing, (spares some of the patient but glazed looks from family and friends) and in the future I will stick to straight statements and questions. BTW, not to blow too much smoke here, but the AG magazine is just excellent, layout, graphics and content. Bruce.
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