I currently have Mapes 10-38 strings on my 1906 A1 ,but I also like the La Bella 880L Light 9-36
I don't have a problem with volume - she's very loud ...
I currently have Mapes 10-38 strings on my 1906 A1 ,but I also like the La Bella 880L Light 9-36
I don't have a problem with volume - she's very loud ...
It was just dumb luck in my case. I bought my '06 on eBay for less than $1K only because I could return it if I wasn't satisfied. It was found in a Cali closet wrapped in towels. Definitely loved and...
I also should add congratulations, Eric. You’re a very fortunate fellow.
Wait - what? The Homestead had a Brentrup? Sorry I missed that!
Well, I’ve seen just the pineapple tailpiece for sale here, on eBay, and Reverb for upwards of $250…there may be enough salvageable for $300.
I think Willie also told me that Finn makes them out of reclaimed wood - is that correct, Eric?
The Superior CD-1521 Deluxe Hardshell A Model Mandolin Case fits my 1906 Gibson A-1 (and my 1955 Levin) like a glove!
I can see your photos just fine.
Can you see if the FON (Factory Order Number) is still visible? That number would be found inside the body of the mandolin as you look towards the neck.
That...
Maegen Wells' logo head stock inlays. Simple & Elegant:
https://www.pegheadnation.com/instruments-gear/fine-lutherie/maegen-wells-style-mandolin-and-15-inch-archtop-guitar/
Learned to play the clarinet (Eb, Bb and contrabass), the piano, the oboe, the guitar, the banjo (5 string). But never really loved them enough to practice on a regular basis. Then, a couple years...
Just what the doctor ordered! That was terrific, Steve!
Chris introduced me to so many musicians that I would have not have known about if not for LFH.
Just heartsick...
Thank you, both!
I promptly purchased my own copy from Missouri Valley Music.
Can't wait till it gets here.
Jean
Hi Simon.
Can you be more specific about the sight reading app you recommend? there are a lot of options...
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And sometimes we buy instruments because we simply appreciate the artisan work of the luthier.
brand spankin' new: 2019 Meredith
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Annbjørn Lien recorded The Lost Sheep on her album “Felefeber” if I’m not mistaken...
Thanks, Seppo.
I’ll shoot you an email.
Jean
Thank you for making Heikki's music available to those of us who never had the opportunity to see/hear him perform live, Seppo.
We will mourn his loss, but his music will be celebrated and live...
I realize I’m late to this party, but is it still possible to get a copy of this book? I can’t seem to find it for sale anywhere online. This is directed to Seppo re: mandoliiniopas