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Let’s talk Aeolian…
Here’s something for the Beginners or players that aren’t familiar with the Aeolian scale. Transposed in the keys of G & D, which makes it perfect for anything with One string. Learn it front to back & easily apply the Formula to 3 strings to add some flare to your playing style. Play on my good People…
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ContinueAdded by BrianQ. on August 26, 2022 at 5:05pm — No Comments
Building a Violin w/ GITTY Parts
Looking for plans, info ( ,photos of built Violins.) Built using Cigar boxes. With Gitty Violin Parts or pick & chose parts. Other Blogs/web-sites building / selling Violin parts. I am interested trying a Cigar Box Violin. All & any ideas w/ any info
PS I have used "cigar " boxed, maid my own wood boxes Cans, etc.
Thanks Brad Craig
Added by Brad Craig on August 11, 2022 at 11:39am — 3 Comments
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