New (to the site author): Jonathan Mann EM-5 Electric 5-string Mandolin.
Read a personal perspective on the latest instrument acquisition from Tennessee craftsman Jonathan Mann.
Pleading the Fifth...

Posted by Ted at 05:54 AM

May 28, 2005 | Rigelfest 2005

In the hopper for all you Rigel Fans: Rigelfest 2005!
The dates are set and we are hashing out all the final details as we speak. For now, mark September 30th and October 1st on your calendars for "mando frolic and fun" in the center of the world for modern mandolin technology, Rigel headquarters in beautiful Vermont!
We'll be shaping up the schedule and activities shortly, but for now all you need to know is:
Pete and "Re-pete"
Bed and Breakfast (...like you'd be getting any sleep, anyway.)
New England in the Fall
Great Mandolins
Great Players who Appreciate Great Mandolins
Great Playing by Great Players who Appreciate Great Mandolins!

We don't want to give away too many secrets now, but does the name "Will Patton" mean anything to you?...
Stay Tuned!
(Two good words to live by for a mandolinist...)

Posted by Ted at 05:44 PM

May 25, 2005 | New Phoenix Jazz Mandolin

Master builder Rolfe Gerhardt introduces his new model Phoenix Jazz mandolin. Read about this great innovation and contribution to the special needs of the Jazz mandolinist. We've had time to review this instrument, and have some very nice things to say. Read about the Phoenix Jazz mandolin.

Visit Phoenix Mandolins.

Posted by Ted at 09:59 AM

May 22, 2005 | Django in 'Djorgo???'

Gypsy Jazz Guitarist, John Jorgenson comes to Lincoln, Nebraska for its showcase 'Jazz in June' series. A free outdoor concert with the Jorgenson Quintet, Tuesday June 14th, and an added bonus the night before... a free Guitar Clinic, sponsored by Dietze Music, Takamine Guitars, and the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery.

Read about John Jorgenson.

Read about Lincoln's Jazz in June series.

Download information about the Free Guitar Clinic with John Jorgenson AND his Quintet, Monday, June 13th 7:00 PM to 9:00.

Yes, we did say 'free!...'

Posted by Ted at 05:04 PM