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Did Old-Time Cowboys Really Yodel?

August 24, 2020 by hsotr

Did Old-Time Cowboys Really Yodel?

There seems to be an idea that yodeling had little history in cowboy tradition. However, this sentiment does not line up with the observations of John Lomax.

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Cattle, History, Music, The West

Top 10 Reader-Favorite Books

September 30, 2019 by hsotr

Vegetable Garden Planting Guide

We love curating helpful reading material for country living enthusiasts! If you are looking for a variety of useful books on everything from starting a farming enterprise to planting crops to drawing horses, we highly recommend the Homestead Bookshelf as the place to find what you’re looking for. We have collected public domain classics, modern […]

Filed Under: The Lifestyle Tagged With: Books, Cattle, Goats, Livestock, Music, Nature, Sheep, Stewardship, Top 10, Vegetables, Weather

Western Swing Guitar Style

September 9, 2019 by hsotr

Western Swing Guitar Style

Here’s a superb introduction to the unique chord progressions of this toe-tapping sound, geared toward the rhythm guitarist.

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Books, Music, The West

The Beginner’s Guide to Microphones

April 3, 2019 by hsotr

The Beginner's Guide to Microphones

Are you a musician shopping for that first microphone to get your home studio off to a good start? Before you spend any money on a mic, spend just a couple of dollars on some great information—The Beginner’s Guide to Microphones by Brendan Krueger. This book is exactly what it claims to be. It is […]

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Books, Music, Supplies

Choosing a Flat Pick for Guitar or Mandolin

March 7, 2019 by hsotr

Choosing a Flat Pick for Guitar or Mandolin

Getting into guitar or mandolin picking? One of the first things you will need (besides your instrument) is a good collection of picks. It’s never a bad idea to start out with an assortment—over time some picks will definitely come to the forefront as favorites. Furthermore, until you have a handle on basic flatpicking technique, […]

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Music, Supplies

7 Guitar String Care Tips

January 23, 2019 by hsotr

7 Guitar String Care Tips

If you play your guitar often, you will find that your strings wear out quickly. Is there a way to extend their life so that you don’t have to replace them quite so often? Yes! Allow us to share a few tips for keeping your strings clean and at their best for as long as […]

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Music

Choosing Studio Headphones

November 29, 2018 by hsotr

Choosing Studio Headphones

Whether your headphones are for recording or mixing, attention to quality, shape, and comfort are critical.

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Music, Supplies

3 Guitar Exercises for Finger Independence

October 24, 2018 by hsotr

3 Guitar Exercises for Finger Independence

Playing the guitar requires flexible fingers. Fortunately, left-hand agility is a skill that can be acquired and improved with practice. These tried-and-true exercises will help you sharpen that skill. Note that you may not be as proficient in these exercises as you might like the first few times out. Always challenge yourself, but respect your […]

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Health & Fitness, Music

5 Tips for Left-Hand Guitar Technique

September 26, 2018 by hsotr

5 Tips for Left-Hand Guitar Technique

Brushing up on your guitar playing abilities? One area where you might want to put in some work is the left hand. While the left hand is less influential on tone than the right, good left-hand technique is a must for clarity and precision. The left hand is the source of buzzing and incorrect notes. […]

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Music

Top 10 Skill-Building Resources

August 8, 2018 by hsotr

Top 10 Skill-Building Resources

Favorite rainy-day projects from our archives.

Filed Under: The Skills Tagged With: Art, Books, DIY Projects, Links, Music, Top 10

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