We are back from Mardi Gras break and the schedule this week is jam packed with musical goodness...MondayBeginner Fiddle, All Ages, 6-8 pm, ...
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Joseph Horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 25, 2011 9:50 pm
Hey guys.... I'm new to fiddling... I play guitar.... I have 2 violins... Can you help me with string choice for Cajun sound? Brand?.... Strings on my present...
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zydeholic
Mar 25, 2011 10:02 pm
I commonly use Helicores, but, not because I'm trying to get a cajun sound. Just trying to compensate for aspects of my fiddle.  What do you mean by "too...
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william thibodeaux
wjthibodeaux
Mar 26, 2011 2:04 am
It'll sound "classical" if you're playing that high brow type of. . . music. ________________________________ From: Joseph Horn <joseph.horn@...> To:...
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Rick Williams
rickbear01
Mar 26, 2011 2:39 pm
I have just gone through a string issue on a new violin, here are some websites: www.stringsmagazine.com/issues/Strings95/coverstory.shtml ...
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joseph horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 26, 2011 2:40 pm
thanks for your response...I'll try the helicores......youre right, I'm playing long drawn bow strokes.....only been at the fiddle for couple weeks.....Ive...
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joseph horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 26, 2011 2:41 pm
yes, youre right......but, I was wondering what kinda strings you would recommed for my fiddle......brand?....steel?...nylon core?......I am new to the...
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zydeholic
Mar 26, 2011 2:53 pm
I do tune down a whole step. But I play simply, and have to match against a C accordion. My comment was meant to say that the classical sound might be coming...
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karpdiem2
Mar 26, 2011 5:12 pm
Take the violin & the bow to a luftier, a GOOD one. There are different things you can try, but if you're new to fiddling' I wouldn do this on my own, for...
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joseph horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 26, 2011 5:29 pm
thanks rick! ... From: Rick Williams <rick@...> Subject: [cajun-fiddlers] Strings To: cajun-fiddlers@yahoogroups.com Date: Saturday, March 26, 2011,...
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joseph horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 26, 2011 5:37 pm
dwight.. great advice!....and, yes, I agree experience will lead me to what Im looking for, I think.............I didnt wanna sink a lot of money into a...
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karpdiem2
Mar 26, 2011 5:39 pm
I got to thinking' after that long wordy post, go find you a good jam & just play. Also, go on You Tube & watch the way the Cajun fiddlers handle their bow....
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joseph horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 26, 2011 5:50 pm
thanks for the advice!.....its GOOD advice, for sure.....Ive been a musician for so long, I know every one will have a different method and practice....sounds...
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joseph horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 26, 2011 5:54 pm
ann....thanks!.....ive already been watching the you tube fiddlers....and thanks for your advice on not getting discouraged....I know practice is the...
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karpdiem2
Mar 27, 2011 4:33 pm
I have a suggestion regarding learngint to play BASIC stuff. There is a guy on You Tube is actually very good for an online instructor. He does NOT teach...
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Joseph Horn
joseph.horn...
Mar 28, 2011 6:33 am
Thanks Ann.... I really appreciate your input... Will take your advice ... Sounds like you've been there, done that ! I like that! Will keep in touch! Thank...
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musicreed
Mar 28, 2011 7:03 pm
MondayBeginner Fiddle, 6-8 pm, $15, all agesWednesdayWednesday Night Fiddle Class, 6-8 pm, $15, all ages*********The next Tune & Jam with Mitch Reed & Steve...
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musicreed
Apr 11, 2011 11:39 pm
From now until June 1st, bring a friend & save 30% on Group Fiddle Lessons. It's that simple. * Monday: Beginner Fiddle, 6-8 pm, $15 An ongoing class for...
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musicreed
May 17, 2011 5:11 pm
Classes Offered This Week Monday: Beginner Fiddle, all ages, 6-8 pm An on-going class for fiddlers with a tune or two under their belt. Tuesday: Guitar for...
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musicreed
Jun 6, 2011 3:29 am
It's finally here: The Front Room's Summer Sessions for Kids! Photography, Guitar, Jam Band Lab and Children's Fiddle have curriculum designed for kids ages 6...
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musicreed
Jun 27, 2011 4:21 am
Our Summer Sessions for Kids have been filled with three of our favorite things: kids, art and music. Some classes still have a few spaces available, so join...
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musiccenterla
Jun 27, 2011 8:32 pm
WHAT: GYCB Registration: Zydeco Boot Camp WHERE: Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA REGISTER ONLINE: Now – June 30 Squeeze the bellows and...
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zydeholic
Jun 27, 2011 8:33 pm
Who is teaching?...
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zydeholic
Jun 28, 2011 11:44 pm
This is a spyware site. Do not click. ... From: william thibodeaux <wjthibodeaux@...> Subject: [cajun-fiddlers] (unknown) To:...
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musicreed
Jul 3, 2011 8:48 pm
This fall we are offering scholarships in our kid classes. These awards include a loaner instrument or camera and free group lessons for the fall. Each...
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Music Center
musiccenterla
Jul 6, 2011 12:43 am
Unfortunately, we do not disclose the names of the instructors for the workshops. Get Your Chops Back has evolved over the years. Active Arts focuses on...
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Music Center
musiccenterla
Jul 6, 2011 12:44 am
Registration has been extended to July 15! Register now! =)...
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zydeholic@...
zydeholic
Jul 6, 2011 1:06 am
That's a bit odd, don't you think? Have NEVER seen that before. What is your reason for not letting people know who they are paying money for? Sent from my iD...
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karpdiem2
Aug 17, 2011 9:00 pm
I just found out who the group is that's playig the Pavilion gig in LA this week, & I've never heard of him, has anyone heer? Eddie Baytos & the Nerves Bros. ...
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musicreed
Dec 7, 2011 7:28 pm
Well, It's official: Our weekly e-newsletter contact list is too big. Since everyone on our contact list asked to be put there but not everyone is getting our...
