Beginners' update

[MandoGeek]

Probably not I am a workaholic, and have myself pretty much scheduled out throughSeptember. In October I still have a couple weekends open, but just because the schedule hasn't been made out that far. I am trying to pay off bills, have a couple more weddings to go to this summer and then a couple medical conferences. Hopefully one of these years I am going to go to RockyGrass. It sounds like a great time and I really love that venue up at Lyons. I say some shows there a million years ago, before my life became so hectic. Still playing my mando and just friended Amber on Facebook so I can chat with her that way too. Have fun this weekend, bring your sunscreen and a rain poncho. 
Beth 
 

 Listening to: the server fan at work

[landshark]

Just one more day untill I get these stiches out!!!!!!

[landshark]

Still unable to bend my finger but I'm working on it....shucks..

Spending time just listening. Not even singing. I due notice your voice is like a muscle. If I let it rest to long it takes a while to get all warmed up and goin like only I know I can......

HEY! Where is everyone?

**** bunch o lightweights.

[libraryvolgirl]

what are y'all working on?

thus far i have down: amazing grace, i'll fly away, rocky top, some of the strum chords for wagon wheel...still piddling with soldier's joy. i just can't get the 2nd part down.

i'm having trouble getting in touch w/ my mando instructor. hate to switch but i've left him 2 messages and no return phone call.

[landshark]

My fingers are still healing but I have been just mezmerised by all things Patty Griffin, Bob Dylan and  all things Bluegrass are good.

 Once you get your F,C,G,D and A chords down you can play just about anything... fun hua.?? I still am growing and am now learning to pick it like I would sing it.

Lead at a snalls pace but really appreciate how my mandolin sounds on a solo .. I think I just might be able to make this baby sing.

[Pen]

On my list to learn this week (don't laugh).

Word Up - Cameo
Funky Town - Lipps Inc
Billy Jean - MJ
Sedated - Ramones

[landshark]

Man Sarah J. singin Come On Up To The House. She can rock me for sure. Gonna learn this one!!!!!!

OK so Amber, all notes begin on a down stroke for mandolin ,,
sooo all half notes are down and whole notes are down - up. Listen to the tune it will guide you. Go to youtube to see an example. Hope that helps...

[landshark]

On my list to learn this week (don't laugh).

Word Up - Cameo
Funky Town - Lipps Inc
Billy Jean - MJ
Sedated - Ramones

So are you wearin rubber knee pads just in case you wanna break out let me guess, requests for the next gig...is it hard to deliver a tune your not thrilled about Pen?

[Pen]

lol Landy!  Yeah - got to learn them for the band (we took a vote - I don't always win!).  It's really not so bad.  Even songs you'd never play on your home stereo are OK when you're playing it live - especially dance songs.

[MandoGeek]

Amber, find a new teacher. I did. I wasn't really thrilled with my first instructor, then I found Jordan and am thrilled. He is really encouraging and even when I know I suck he still says I am doing great. Encouragement is key for me. (go figure I love to be told how great I am, LOL  ) I just bought the mando book from Oh Brother Where Art Thou. Love that movie. I am currently working on you are my sunshine.
Pen, I love Cameo and Lipps Inc., reminds me of my old roller skating days. You'll have to let us know when your next gig is so we can all come and see you. I think when medicine stops paying,  I'm gonna be a rockstar. 
Beth 

[libraryvolgirl]

its really tough to find a mando instructor around here that plays mando as their primary instrument and plays well...which is pretty much the only reason i've continued to hound this guy bc all of my friends that play music locally insist he is the best.  i'm gonna give him one more call and then move on. august is too crazy w/ school stuff so i'll pick back up in sept.

fun songs pen!

yep, i know what you mean on the downstroke but my instructor gave me wagon wheel to learn w/ more upstrumming like you strum a guitar (if that makes sense).

mik, i know you are going to pagosa. beth, are you going to make it?

[Sap]

OK OK oK so I am all about flatpickin these days....

Who is the best gosh darn guitar flatpicker around? If I was lookin for a visual mentor who would it be. Female? I just want to see how they posture themselves.

Learning music from others,, what joy. Should be against the law it's so flippin fun.

Wheres the bus, is it fest time yet???

Yes Yes I am so excited for Folks!  I don't know about Flatpicking but I can't wait to see Ani play the guitar.  She's a great, unique player, imo. 

I learned a song from each of the headliners, I'm ready to pick/play/party! 

 Listening to: Folks Showcase Finalists

[Sap]

lol Landy!  Yeah - got to learn them for the band (we took a vote - I don't always win!).  It's really not so bad.  Even songs you'd never play on your home stereo are OK when you're playing it live - especially dance songs.

Sedated would be fun to play.   How bout a slow acoustic version for Folks! 

[MandoGeek]

I am not going to Folks or Pagosa. I have to work on the 4th, but that night we are going to Red Rocks to see Govt. Mule and the Avett Bros. I am really excited. Then the next day there is an outdoor show in front of Cervantes with some good bands.
I always say next year I'll see more shows and actually make it up to Lyons, but it never happens. Someday I'm not going to work soooo much. 
Still practicing my Mando. Doing a little private concert for my in-laws tonight. They are thrilled. 
Beth 

 Listening to: Robert Cray

[MandoGeek]

nice, you better buy some Red lipstick and a feather boa, maybe a bottle of red hair dye to make it a total look.  I have some patients here in Denver with that look. Sweet little old ladies, sharp dressers.
Just one question, Are you gonna play mando or guitar at your lounge show?