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What You Need to Get Started
When taking on any new hobby/activity there is always a little more needed to get started than you think. Many think all you need to go...
Jamey Mann
Nov 23, 20243 min read


Building a Medieval Harp - Part 2
In my last post , I shared the beginning of my experience building a medieval harp replica at Folklore Village in early August. The post...
Alyssa Cowell
Oct 15, 20243 min read


Stop Going Through the Motions
“Stop Going Through the Motions!”, something that I heard screamed across the football field as a kid. This refers to anyone on the...
Jamey Mann
Sep 19, 20243 min read


Building a Medieval Harp – Part 1
Folklore Village is a folk craft school near Dodgeville, WI that offers a variety of classes covering many art mediums. The “Build a...
Alyssa Cowell
Sep 19, 20243 min read


The Cult of Busy
Something that frustrates me as a teacher is the excuse “I’m sooooo busy”. Which to me does not change the fact that you did not...
Jamey Mann
Sep 13, 20243 min read


Performance Etiquette Reminders for the Upcoming Recital Season
As the school year begins and the recital season draws closer, it’s a good time to review some performance etiquette practices! You’ve...
Alyssa Cowell
Sep 13, 20242 min read


Bar Chords
One of the most difficult techniques new guitar students face is the dreaded bar chord. A bar is when a guitarist uses one finger to...
CSM
Aug 14, 20243 min read


Unleash the Power of Music Activities in the Summer
As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, summer brings with it a sense of excitement and adventure. It's the perfect time to...
CSM
Jun 22, 20233 min read
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