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Tutorials, buying guides, and stories from the workshop.
beginner guide
What Is a Lute? History, Sound & Beginner Buying Guide
The lute shaped Western music for 500 years. Here's what it is, how it works, and what to look for when you...
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What Is a Bodhran? The Irish Frame Drum Explained
The bodhran is the heartbeat of Irish music. Goatskin head, wooden frame, one wooden tipper. Here's what makes a good one.
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How to Choose Your First Celtic Harp
Buying your first Celtic harp can feel overwhelming. String count, levers, frame size, budget. Here's how a luthier thinks about it.
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What Is a Mountain Dulcimer? A Beginner's Guide
The mountain dulcimer is one of the friendliest stringed instrument ever invented. four or five strings, a fretboard you can read in...