Ahh, the sweet sounds of the mandolin! This tiny stringed instrument often takes the spotlight as a lead voice in bluegrass and country music. It's also made its mark on several rock tunes from Led Zeppelin to R.E.M. In traditional folk music, mandolin chords can provide rhythm and a textural … [Read more...]

The guitar is an enduringly popular instrument, thanks to the lasting impression folk music has made over the last century. The same chords that form the backbone of folk tunes are also central to rock, blues, and country. If you’re interested in learning how to play the acoustic guitar, folk … [Read more...]