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A modern 5 string banjo. February is Black History Month, and it seems fitting that we just got banjos back in stock. The banjo, more than any other instrument, is uniquely American, and it's history is inseparable from African American history: both in its development and its ties to distinctly American forms of music. The banjo's roots start in west Africa, where versions of the original instrument are still played today . These banjos were typically constructed from a woo

Guitar strings are the unsung heroes of our journey as guitarists. While we may spend countless hours and dollars searching for the perfect instrument, amplifier, or effects, strings often remain an afterthought - something that we settle into a habit of buying and using without much particular care - sometimes buying whatever is cheapest or what is available. After all, strings are disposable and aren't as visible or easily romanticized as the guitar itself. If we stop to th

Welcome back. In part 1, we covered some basic considerations when buying a guitar for a beginning player. In part 2, we'll cover some of the options we stock at Central Ohio Music, and who they might be good for. Best for Young Children: Cordoba Protege C1M Cordoba C1M, available in fractional sizes. Cordoba makes great classical guitars at every price point, and the entry level C1M is an excellent choice for young beginners. Here's why: Low cost. As of this writing, the C1M

Whether shopping for yourself or a loved one, choosing a guitar for a beginning guitarist can be a daunting task. There are a lot of options out there for guitar players, which is a good thing, but all those choices have the undesired side effect of creating a lot of confusion. To hopefully make thinks a little more clear, here's a step by step guide to selecting an instrument for a beginner. An acoustic and a classical guitar. What type of guitar do I need? Guitars generally

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A variety of picks. The humble guitar pick (or plectrum) does not get enough attention. These little pieces of plastic are the literal...