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The fun and easy way to learn to play the mandolin The newest addition to the highly successful Dummies instrument-instruction line, Mandolin For Dummies gives you easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction on learning to play the mandolin. Following the time-tested Dummies format, Mandolin For Dummies provides a level of content and instruction greater than anything currently available. Mandolin For Dummies breaks down the fundamentals of this instrument and provides the resources you need to practice and improve your ability over time. Packed with individualized instruction on key mandolin-friendly musical styles, including Irish and Celtic, "old time" American music, blues, bluegrass, swing, and jazz Files available via download provide audio tracks from the book and exercises so you can play along and build your skills -- almost 2 hours of music! Clear and useful photos and diagrams ensure you fret, strum, and pick with precision Includes a mandolin buying guide to help ensure you make the right purchases Tips on restringing mandolins and other DIY care and maintenance topics If you're an aspiring mandolin player, don't fret! Mandolin For Dummies has you covered.
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Don Julin has developed a reputation for being one of the most eclectic mandolin players on the scene today. From Mozart, honky tonk, to modern jazz, Don has spent the last 30 years challenging the boundaries of the mandolin. Don has performed on stage with some of the mandolin greats of our time including David Grisman, Mike Marshall, and Don Steirnberg. He has been a featured soloist with the Classical Mandolin Society of America and Mandofest Mandolin Orchestra. Don has released 13 cds of original music and played on countless others. His original compositions have been used on many network and cable television programs along on NPR's All things Considered. Clients include HBO, VH1, MTV, NBC, Showtime, Bravo, National Geographic Explorer, Fox Sports, and film maker Michael Moore. For more information about Don Julin please visit: www.donjulin.com
