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Fretmentor’s Acoustic Christmas
Yes, its that time a year again. The time we go into the attic and pull down the Christmas lights and ornaments. It is the time we go to our local retail store and hear Christmas tunes from the past. … Continue reading
Fretmentor’s Gretzky – Man’s Best Friend
On June 26th, 2010, I had the sad misfortune to have to put my best friend to sleep. Gretzky is my pet weimaraner and my best friend for 11 and 1/2 years. This past month Gretzky became ill and headed … Continue reading
Time is on a Musician’s Side
While most students of the banjo, guitar or mandolin recognize that learning an instrument will take both time and patience, there are a few who feel that they should progress further in a shorter period of time. A student will … Continue reading
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My Dog Ate My Music!
As a teacher of the banjo, guitar and mandolin, I often hear the various reasons why someone is not able to practice. After earning my BA degree, I first attended law school and then moved on to graduate school. My … Continue reading
Music Therapy
Each and every one of us experience stress in our daily life activities. Whether you have lost a love one, lost a job, are having financial difficulties, broke up with you significant other, or are facing other challenges in life; … Continue reading
Music Teacher or Therapist?
I recall a student I had many years ago when I lived in Michigan. She was a young, slim, attractive lady. Anyway, she showed up for her first guitar lesson and after our initial introduction, I sat down to discuss … Continue reading
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