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Yesterday, 1:36pm

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

Videos of both is my first choice, but can't figure out a way to do it with my Android. Acapella doesn't work well on an Android, I'm told.

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Yesterday, 12:03pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Definition of a good mandolin player’s spouse in General Mandolin Discussions

Mandobart, it's tough when a spouse doesn't support your music. Mine has been retired for 20 years, following an accident on the job. I sold my tax...

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Yesterday, 11:30am

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

I have a Shure SM57 microphone, which doesn't appear to have a USB plug. Might there be an adapter that would make it work?

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Yesterday, 8:42am

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

Honestly, my head is swimming. Why can't I simply record my backtrack using Audacity and my webcam, then while playing it back, record the video on...

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Jan-16-2021, 7:44pm

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

Mitch, I wasn't clear with my question, but that's what I was thinking also. So, what's the best way to record to the PC?

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Jan-16-2021, 7:22pm

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

What is a simple way to make a video of a solo performance with my own accompaniment, considering I'm technologically challenged? I've been checking...

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Jan-16-2021, 10:36am

Jon Hall replied to a thread Best use of bulk time? in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Several instructors have recommended that I video my playing. A lot can be learned from watching yourself. It’s easy to see if you’re relaxed while...

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Jan-14-2021, 8:21pm

Jon Hall replied to a thread Gibson A-40 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

We’re A-00 carved top, flat backed and oval sound hole?

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Jan-14-2021, 2:57pm

Jon Hall started a thread Gibson A-40 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

We’re all A-40s carved top with flat backs?

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Jan-10-2021, 6:58pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread I Hate Playing Chords in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Sometimes I post before I think things through! That 2032 D7 works great with 0023 (or (x)523) and 523(x).

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Jan-10-2021, 6:53pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread I Hate Playing Chords in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

No apology necessary! You have made some valuable comments, and I always like encouragement to play a 2 finger chord! 2032 doesn't give me...

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Jan-10-2021, 5:33pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread I Hate Playing Chords in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Update from original April 2020 post: I've been playing 2 finger chords again for a few months now. I can switch easily and enjoy playing them. ...

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Jan-10-2021, 9:40am

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a discussion Moving from 2 to 3 Finger Chords in group Newbies

NDO, I just did a Google search on flat vs. radius. This subject seems to have come up many times in the Forum. It appears to get down to personal...

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Jan-09-2021, 7:22pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a discussion Moving from 2 to 3 Finger Chords in group Newbies

NDO, I found your last statement interesting. My fretboard is flat for sure. Do you find the radius easier to play in general, or is it more a matter...

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Jan-09-2021, 10:34am

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Keeping a practice journal in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Wow, Jill! It's great you can play 2 or 3 hours each day. My husband tolerates my 1 hour - 0 on lesson days. Anyway, would you mind sharing your...

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Jan-09-2021, 9:36am

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a discussion Another new guy in group Newbies

NDO, great job! Next time please have the camera closer so we can see your face and hands. BTW, you don't sound so "newbie" to this beginner.

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Jan-08-2021, 6:19pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a discussion Moving from 2 to 3 Finger Chords in group Newbies

All comments are appreciated. Mark, I'm going to try, as part of my practice over the next few days, to follow the approach you suggested. I...

17 replies

Jan-08-2021, 12:56pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Copying from a PDF to Word - or Editing a PDF in General Mandolin Discussions

Michael, I sent you an email this morning. Sherry

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Jan-08-2021, 10:28am

Sherry Cadenhead started a thread Mixound for Android? in General Mandolin Discussions

I'm wanting to be able to record 2 videos to play at the same time; e.g., solo with accompaniment. My teacher recommended Mixound; however, she has...

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Jan-07-2021, 6:50pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread I Hate Playing Chords in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Thanks to The Og for bringing this thread back to life. I had forgotten I had even started it and just started a new thread in the Newbies group,...

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Jan-07-2021, 9:48am

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Copying from a PDF to Word - or Editing a PDF in General Mandolin Discussions

Turns out I have Adobe Acrobat Pro X. There's no "Export to" under File. I can save as a jpeg. Is that the same thing?

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Jan-06-2021, 8:36pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Keeping a practice journal in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Amanda, I love the spreadsheet idea. I have sheet music in several books. I can see making a spreadsheet for each one, printing a copy as a table of...

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Jan-06-2021, 7:29pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a discussion Moving from 2 to 3 Finger Chords in group Newbies

Louise, thanks so much for your response. I guess other newbies haven't had my problem. Maybe I'll repost in the forum. My response to what...

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Jan-06-2021, 7:16pm

Sherry Cadenhead replied to a thread Copying from a PDF to Word - or Editing a PDF in General Mandolin Discussions

Michael, thanks for this. I've sent you a message. Sherry

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