Re: Hey guys and gals, I need some help please . . . old newbie
There will always be a market for musicians playing familiar music in an individualistic way. If they can mix in some original material, played accessibly and with the same verve and style as the "covers" they perform, they can find audiences -- some of whom are drawn by the familiar material, others by the originals.
Presentation is "a whole 'nother" (seems to be how people say it now) ball game. I usually gig with guitar, banjo, ukulele and harmonica, and frequently hear audience members marvel at "all those instruments." (Whaddaya talkin' about? Only four of 'em.) Having a mandolin-family instrument to add a different timbre and texture to your presentation, can be a definite "plus" if well-handled.
Allen Hopkins
Gibsn: '54 F5 3pt F2 A-N Custm K1 m'cello
Natl Triolian Dobro mando
Victoria b-back Merrill alumnm b-back
H-O mandolinetto
Stradolin Vega banjolin
Sobell'dola Washburn b-back'dola
Eastmn: 615'dola 805 m'cello
Flatiron 3K OM
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