INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 150+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

ONLINE BLUEGRASS VIDEO LESSONS. Banjo, mandolin, guitar, twenty minutes long with background tracks. Some free and some $4.99. Includes beginning lessons, improvising, backup, up the neck, pentatonic scales, and more. Go to freebanjovideos.com, freemandolinvideos.com, freeflatpickingvideos.com.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

THE NORTH CAROLINA BANJO CLINIC, November 13-14, 2009, Burnsville, NC. Tom Adams, Terry Baucom, Laura Boosinger, Bob Carlin, Bill Emerson, Tom McKinney, Jim Rollins, Mike Scott & more. Contact 828-682-2402, evie@transmtn.com.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.

MANDOLINS & MORE offers JBovier, Kentucky, Michael Kelly, Blueridge, Gold Star, Lebeda, Heiden & others. 859-363-1026, e-mail: <jeff@mandolins.net>, <www.mandolins.net>.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: <info@omebanjos.com>, <www.omebanjos.com>, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: <wwells5939@aol.com>, Web: <www.billsmusicshop.com>.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. New basses starting at $1,420 w/ebony fingerboard, professional setup, and gigbag. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or <www.nicklloydbasses.com>.
RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact <prcain@hughes.net>, <www.johnheinrich.net>, <www.rogercainmusic.com>.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: <smakula@meer.net>.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: <bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com>, <www.bedfordbanjoshop.com>.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: <guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net>, <www.guitarandbanjo.com>.

JBOVIER mandolins, mandolas, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, guitars & banjos. Performer quality, yet affordable. 859-363-1026, e-mail: <info@jbovier.net>, <www.jbovier.net>.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at <www.ratliffmandolins.com>.
UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxaphone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

FOR SALE: 1954 MARTIN D-28 GUITAR. Refinished by Martin to like new condition, $5,000. Call 540-389-1036.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE F-5 MANDOLIN. Serial number 182 of 200 made. In near mint condition with OHSC, pics available, $8,950. Contact: <jensdad@optonline.net> or 845-896-2371.

STANLEYTONE BANJOS: Hills of Home model, only 25, built by Frank Neat. $8,000; including shipping and insurance. If interested, please contact Steve Sparkman at 859-338-3160 or by e-mail at <clinchmntbackstep@hotmail.com>.

FOR SALE: BANJO, 1926 GIBSON MASTERTONE, five-string, archtop, mandolin fret wire. Purchased in 1963 from previous owner Ralph Stanley. Call 785-242-4353 after 12 noon.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at <www.whiskeypuppy.com>.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: <www.stewmac.com>.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: <www.stewmac.com>.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: <info@guptillmusic.com>, 714-556-8013, <www.guptillmusic.com>.

SULLY’S STRAPS: Professional quality instrument straps for guitar, banjo, mandolin, Dobro™. Meticulously handcrafted from the best full-grain saddle harness leather. Also, vintage instrument straps, <www.sullysstraps.com>.

PLATEMATE: Used and sold by music industry’s leading artists and stores. Instruments for sale also. Mitch at 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer, strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar, $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, <www.hotworship.com/euphonon>.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, <www.buckaroorecords.com>. Cash paid for collections.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: <nick.abs@gmail.com>. Serving the music community since 1960.

BANJO SETUP BY PRO PLAYER CHARLIE CUSHMAN. All makes and models. Get the ultimate in tone, volume, and performance from your banjo. Prewar Mastertones a specialty. For info, call 615-708-5075. Please visit us at <www.charliecushman.com>.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, <www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com>, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 150+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.
ONLINE BLUEGRASS VIDEO LESSONS. Banjo, mandolin, guitar, twenty minutes long with background tracks. Some free and some $4.99. Includes beginning lessons, improvising, backup, up the neck, pentatonic scales, and more. Go to <freebanjovideos.com>, <freemandolinvideos.com>, <freeflatpickingvideos.com>.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

THE NORTH CAROLINA BANJO CLINIC, November 13-14, 2009, Burnsville, NC. Tom Adams, Terry Baucom, Laura Boosinger, Bob Carlin, Bill Emerson, Tom McKinney, Jim Rollins, Mike Scott & more. Contact 828-682-2402, <evie@transmtn.com>.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.
MANDOLINS & MORE offers JBovier, Kentucky, Michael Kelly, Blueridge, Gold Star, Lebeda, Heiden & others. 859-363-1026, e-mail: <jeff@mandolins.net>, <www.mandolins.net>.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: <info@omebanjos.com>, <www.omebanjos.com>, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: <wwells5939@aol.com>, Web: <www.billsmusicshop.com>.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.
NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. New basses starting at $1,420 w/ebony fingerboard, professional setup, and gigbag. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or <www.nicklloydbasses.com>.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact <prcain@hughes.net>, <www.johnheinrich.net>, <www.rogercainmusic.com>.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: <smakula@meer.net>.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: <bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com>, <www.bedfordbanjoshop.com>.
BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: <guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net>, <www.guitarandbanjo.com>.

JBOVIER mandolins, mandolas, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, guitars & banjos. Performer quality, yet affordable. 859-363-1026, e-mail: <info@jbovier.net>, <www.jbovier.net>.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at <www.ratliffmandolins.com>.
UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxaphone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE F-5 MANDOLIN. Serial number 182 of 200 made. In near mint condition with OHSC, pics available, $8,950. Contact: <jensdad@optonline.net> or 845-896-2371.

FOR SALE: BANJO, 1926 GIBSON MASTERTONE, five-string, archtop, mandolin fret wire. Purchased in 1963 from previous owner Ralph Stanley. Call 785-242-4353 after 12 noon.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at <www.whiskeypuppy.com>.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: <www.stewmac.com>.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: <www.stewmac.com>.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: <info@guptillmusic.com>, 714-556-8013, <www.guptillmusic.com>.

SULLY’S STRAPS: Professional quality instrument straps for guitar, banjo, mandolin, Dobro™. Meticulously handcrafted from the best full-grain saddle harness leather. Also, vintage instrument straps, <www.sullysstraps.com>.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide, and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at <www.mitchelsplatemate.com> or by phone, 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer, strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar, $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, <www.hotworship.com/euphonon>.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, <www.buckaroorecords.com>. Cash paid for collections.

3 CDs BY “ONE ARM GUITARIST” KENNY JOHNSON. 32 songs, 7 original, Kenny plays guitar, piano, and harmonica. Polio victim at age 6, Kenny sings country, bluegrass, gospel, only $20 for all 3 CDs. Shipping included. 1480 Three Run Rd., Bunker Hill, WV 25413.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: <nick.abs@gmail.com>. Serving the music community since 1960.

BANJO SETUP BY PRO PLAYER CHARLIE CUSHMAN. All makes and models. Get the ultimate in tone, volume, and performance from your banjo. Prewar Mastertones a specialty. For info, call 615-708-5075. Please visit us at <www.charliecushman.com>.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, <www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com>, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 150+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

THE NORTH CAROLINA BANJO CLINIC, November 13-14, 2009, Burnsville, NC. Tom Adams, Terry Baucom, Laura Boosinger, Bob Carlin, Bill Emerson, Tom McKinney, Jim Rollins, Mike Scott & more. Contact 828-682-2402, evie@transmtn.com.

FABULOUS BANJO, MANDOLIN, AND FLATPICKING GUITAR VIDEO LESSONS, freebanjovideos.com, freemandolinvideos.com, freeflatpickingvideos.com. Thousands of satisfied customers over the last 30 years.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033,e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

MANDOLINS & MORE offers JBovier, Kentucky, Michael Kelly, Blueridge, Gold Star, Lebeda, Heiden & others. 859-363-1026, e-mail: jeff@mandolins.net, www.mandolins.net.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulence. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. New basses starting at $1,420 w/ebony fingerboard, professional setup, and gigbag. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

JBOVIER mandolins, mandolas, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, guitars & banjos. Performer quality, yet affordable. 859-363-1026, e-mail: info@jbovier.net, www.jbovier.net.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxaphone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE F-5 MANDOLIN. Serial number 182 of 200 made. In near mint condition with OHSC, pics available, $8,500. Contact: jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

1940s EPIPHONE BASS VIOLIN, excellent condition; 1955 D-18 Martin guitar, excellent condition. Call 304-684-2484.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer, strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar, $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

3 CDs BY “ONE ARM GUITARIST” KENNY JOHNSON. 32 songs, 7 original, Kenny plays guitar, piano, and harmonica. Polio victim at age 6, Kenny sings country, bluegrass, gospel, only $20 for all 3 CDs. Shipping included. 1480 Three Run Rd., Bunker Hill, WV 25413.

DEWEY BROWN, FIDDLER WITH RALPH STANLEY & The Clinch Mtn. Boys. New CD, “Hard Times For A Fiddler,” nine new songs with singing and playing, fifteen songs total. Musicians are Ralph Stanley, Del McCoury, Jack Cooke, Steve Sparkman, Nathan Stanley, James Shelton, and Dewey Brown. To order, send $20 check or money order to: Dewey Brown CD, P.O. Box 411, Graham, NC 27253. Includes 8 x 10 picture with autograph.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

BANJO SETUP BY PRO PLAYER CHARLIE CUSHMAN. All makes and models. Get the ultimate in tone, volume, and performance from your banjo. Prewar Mastertones a specialty. For info, call 615-708-5075. Please visit us at www.charliecushman.com.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 150+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

THE NORTH CAROLINA BANJO CLINIC, November 13-14, 2009, Burnsville, NC. Tom Adams, Terry Baucom, Laura Boosinger, Bob Carlin, Bill Emerson, Tom McKinney, Jim Rollins, Mike Scott & more. Contact 828-682-2402, <evie@transmtn.com>.

FABULOUS BANJO, MANDOLIN, AND FLATPICKING GUITAR VIDEO LESSONS, <freebanjovideos.com>, <freemandolinvideos.com>, <freeflatpickingvideos.com>. Thousands of satisfied customers over the last 30 years.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: <jeaniewnc6@aol.com>, <www.harryandjeaniewest.com> or <www.finemusicalinstruments.com>.

FOR SALE: 1925 GOLD BALL BEARING FIVE-STRING. Donald Martin, 317-422-5434.

MANDOLINS & MORE offers JBovier, Kentucky, Michael Kelly, Blueridge, Gold Star, Lebeda, Heiden & others. 859-363-1026, e-mail: <jeff@mandolins.net>, <www.mandolins.net>.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: <info@omebanjos.com>, <www.omebanjos.com>, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: <wwells5939@aol.com>, Web: <www.billsmusicshop.com>.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. New basses starting at $1,420 w/ebony fingerboard, professional setup, and gigbag. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or <www.nicklloydbasses.com>.

FOR SALE: 1929 VEGA FIVE-STRING. Donald Martin, 317-422-5434.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact <prcain@hughes.net>, <www.johnheinrich.net>, <www.rogercainmusic.com>.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: <smakula@meer.net>.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: <bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com>, <www.bedfordbanjoshop.com>.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: <guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net>, <www.guitarandbanjo.com>.

JBOVIER mandolins, mandolas, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, guitars & banjos. Performer quality, yet affordable. 859-363-1026, e-mail: <info@jbovier.net>, <www.jbovier.net>.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at <www.ratliffmandolins.com>.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

FOR SALE: 1929 VEGA GOLD FIVE-STRING. Donald Martin, 317-422-5434.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE F-5 MANDOLIN. Serial number 182 of 200 made. In near mint condition with OHSC, pics available, $8,000. Contact: <jensdad@optonline.net> or 845-896-2371.

FOR SALE: 1946 D-18 MARTIN GUITAR. Excellent condition, truly a killer. Call R.C. Snoddy, 714-557-5146.

CARTER STANLEY MEMORIAL GUITAR: Rosewood sides, spruce top guitar, white dove on the neck, Ralph Stanley autographed. A Blueridge guitar, a tribute to Carter Stanley. Full size, black pickguard. Phone Rose at 262-653-0455 or cell 262-960-0077. Asking $1,200.

JIMMY COX, RAYMOND FAIRCHILD FIVE-STRING BANJO. Suberb sound, autographed by Fairchild, with hardshell TKL case. Phone Rose at 262-653-0455, cell 262-960-0077. Asking $3,500.

LOST OR STOLEN

STOLEN FROM THE RANDY KOHRS BAND ON JULY 26th IN OBETZ, OHIO at the Sleep Inn parking lot. Scheerhorn L-body resonator guitar #547; Amistar Randy Kohrs Model tricone resonator; Meredith all blonde, tongue-oiled maple resonator guitar; Mike Long D-18-style acoustic guitar and custom Cedar Creek case. All guitars had Fishman pickups. Custom Cedar Creek case for the Meredith is black alligator, inside is purple, and has “Custom Built for Randy Kohrs” plate. Two white Calton cases with Randy’s name on them, both had red interiors. Forrest Craig violin with L.R. Baggs pickup. Strad copy violin, roughly 1880s (tag inside not exactly accurate). A double violin case, the attached strap doesn’t match, it’s maroon and gray with gold hardware. Upright acoustic King bass, white with black trim, red tailpiece, rare. Two Warwick 2 ten-inch speaker cabinets. Silver waterpoof helicopter case with cables and a Shure wireless system. Three Stage Ninja brand quarter-inch cables, Fishman Dreadnought Aura, Fishman resophonic Aura, Fishman Reverb, Fishman Chorus, Fishman Delay, Boosta Grande Boost pedal, two Radial DI’s, Radial Tone Bone Pre-Amp, Hilton Optical volume pedal, two Peterson Strobe Stomp Tuners (one had “Ashley B.” written on the front in black marker). Tool kit with extra cords and assorted tools. Pictures can be seen at <www.randykohrs.com>. Contact Ashley Brown with any info, <ashley@leftofcenterrecords.net> or 615-418-9636.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at <www.whiskeypuppy.com>.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: <www.stewmac.com>.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: <www.stewmac.com>.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: <info@guptillmusic.com>, 714-556-8013, <www.guptillmusic.com>.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at <www.mitchelsplatemate.com> or by phone: 330-898-7438.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, <www.buckaroorecords.com>. Cash paid for collections.

DEWEY BROWN, FIDDLER WITH RALPH STANLEY & the Clinch Mtn. Boys: New CD, “Hard Times For A Fiddler,” nine new songs with singing and playing, fifteen songs total. Musicians are Ralph Stanley, Del McCoury, Jack Cooke, Steve Sparkman, Nathan Stanley, James Shelton, and Dewey Brown. To order, send $20 check or money order to: Dewey Brown CD, P.O. Box 411, Graham, NC 27253. Includes 8 x 10 picture with autograph.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: <nick.abs@gmail.com>. Serving the music community since 1960.

BANJO SETUP BY PRO PLAYER CHARLIE CUSHMAN. All makes and models. Get the ultimate in tone, volume, and performance from your banjo. Prewar Mastertones a specialty. For info, call 615-708-5075. Please visit us at <www.charliecushman.com>.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. <www.windmillrecordingstudio.com>.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, <www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com>, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 150+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

THE NORTH CAROLINA BANJO CLINIC, November 13-14, 2009, Burnsville, NC. Tom Adams, Terry Baucom, Laura Boosinger, Bob Carlin, Bill Emerson, Tom McKinney, Jim Rollins, Mike Scott & more. Contact 828-682-2402, evie@transmtn.com.

FABULOUS BANJO, MANDOLIN, AND FLATPICKING GUITAR VIDEO LESSONS, freebanjovideos.com, freemandolinvideos.com, freeflatpickingvideos.com. Thousands of satisfied customers over the last 30 years.

ART & MUSIC WORKSHOPS: Amelia Island, Florida, at the historic Florida House Inn. Top instructors that you know. A wonderful setting that you will love in the beautiful town of Fernandina Beach. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

MANDOLINS & MORE offers JBovier, Kentucky, Michael Kelly, Blueridge, Gold Star, Lebeda, Heiden & others. 859-363-1026, e-mail: jeff@mandolins.net, www.mandolins.net.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. New basses starting at $1,420 w/ebony fingerboard, professional setup, and gigbag. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

JBOVIER mandolins, mandolas, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, guitars & banjos. Performer quality, yet affordable. 859-363-1026, e-mail: info@jbovier.net, www.jbovier.net.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE Signature Varnish F-5 Mandolin. 182 of 200 made, near mint condition with OHSC, pics available, $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

OLD MAPLE 5/8 FIVE-STRING BANJO BRIDGES from the luthier shop of the late C.E. Ward. $25 each. Free shipping to U.S. Send check or money-order to: Charles E. Ward, 25362-A Starwood Dr., Albemarle, NC 28001.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

DEWEY BROWN, FIDDLER WITH RALPH STANLEY & the Clinch Mtn. Boys: New CD, “Hard Times For A Fiddler,” nine new songs with singing and playing, fifteen songs total. Musicians are Ralph Stanley, Del McCoury, Jack Cooke, Steve Sparkman, Nathan Stanley, James Shelton, and Dewey Brown. To order, send $20 check or money order to: Dewey Brown CD, P.O. Box 411, Graham, NC 27253. Includes 8 x 10 picture with autograph.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

BANJO SETUP BY PRO PLAYER CHARLIE CUSHMAN. All makes and models. Get the ultimate in tone, volume, and performance from your banjo. Prewar Mastertones a specialty. For info, call 615-708-5075. Please visit us at www.charliecushman.com.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 150+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

FABULOUS BANJO, MANDOLIN, AND FLATPICKING GUITAR VIDEO LESSONS, freebanjovideos.com, freemandolinvideos.com, freeflatpickingvideos.com. Thousands of satisfied customers over the last 30 years.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.
NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. New basses starting at $1,420 w/ebony fingerboard, professional setup, and gigbag. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. 407- 656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.
“BLUEGRASS MUSICIAN, DRIVER HAS NO CASH” bumper stickers, $2.50, postage incl. Order at e-mail: bogenn@verizon.net.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

OLD MAPLE 5/8 FIVE-STRING BANJO BRIDGES from the luthier shop of the late C.E. Ward. $25 each. Free shipping to U.S. Send check or money-order to: Charles E. Ward, 25362-A Starwood Dr., Albemarle, NC 28001.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

WANTED: TO BUY ANY VIDEO OF CHARLIE MONROE, Bill Napier or Charlie and his Dixie Partners from the late ’50s to late ’70s. Please write: Blue Grass Man, P.O. Box 3944, Baltimore, MD 21222.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail:nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

BANJO SETUP BY PRO PLAYER CHARLIE CUSHMAN. All makes and models. Get the ultimate in tone, volume, and performance from your banjo. Prewar Mastertones a specialty. For info, call 615-708-5075. Please visit us at www.charliecushman.com.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 180+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

FABULOUS BANJO, MANDOLIN, AND FLATPICKING GUITAR VIDEO LESSONS, freebanjovideos.com, freemandolinvideos.com, freeflatpickingvideos.com. Thousands of satisfied customers over the last 30 years.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. 407- 656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371. Speak to Sharon after 10 a.m.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37 Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163.

1936 MARTIN D-18 SHADED TOP, serial #64150. This guitar is a sound player’s guitar. The guitar lacks 100% originality, but it makes up for that with the finest tone, volume, and sound quality you will ever hear! Contact Bob Martin, P.O. Box 2104, Hamilton, MT 59840.

FOR SALE: 1998 FLATIRON MANDOLIN. Artist model by Bruce Weber. Excellent condition, $3,500. Richard Forsythe, 601-469-4957.

UPRIGHT BASS: 1940s EPIPHONE BASS in excellent condition. $3,000. Call 304-684-2484.

LOST/STOLEN

STOLEN FROM DONELSON, TENN., NOV. 23rd: D-35 Martin (1965-’66), golden-colored spruce top with Brazilian rosewood sides & three-piece back. Two pearl inlay dots on bridge are covering screws from a repair job; repaired crack in back; repairs along trim on the sides; nicks on top of peghead. Rosewood on back is all dark, uniform color. Guitar was a gift from my father in 1976. Also stolen: custom leather strap with “Nancy” and a Gibson Hummingbird pickguard design (with trumpet flower & bird); and a black zip gig bag with shoulder straps. Contact: Nancy Cardwell, 615-260-4807, e-mail: nancycardwell@comcast.net.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor bronze guitar, $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford NH, 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

RECORDINGS

WANTED: TO BUY ANY VIDEO OF CHARLIE MOORE & Bill Napier or Charlie Moore and his Dixie Partners from the late ’50s to late ’70s. Please write: Blue Grass Man, P.O. Box 3944, Baltimore, MD 21222.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 180+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

FABULOUS BANJO, MANDOLIN, AND FLATPICKING GUITAR VIDEO LESSONS, freebanjovideos.com, freemandolinvideos.com, freeflatpickingvideos.com. Thousands of satisfied customers over the last 30 years.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

RESONATOR ROUNDUP (Dobroists’ convention): April 10-11, Mike Webb, Johnny Bellar, others. Country Heritage Music Barn, 134 W. Main, Clarksville, AR 72830, www.countryheritage.net.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. 407- 656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371. Speak to Sharon after 10 a.m.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.
FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37 Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

TAKE A LOAD OFF OF YOUR BACK! Switch the type of banjo strap you’re using in seconds. Go from traditional strap to criss-cross strap quickly and easily. Web: www.rowebanjo.com. Videos: youtube.com/mikerowesr.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

PLAY YOUR BANJO WITH THE EASE of a tunneled fifth-string neck. The tuner module option on our tailpiece removes the fifth-string tuner from the neck. Fully adjustable. Beautiful stainless nickel-plating, www.rowebanjo.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

HAS YOUR GUITAR STRAP ALMOST DROPPED OR DROPPED your guitar? Yes, it has! I’m offering one that will not drop your guitar. Web: www.rowemusicparts.com. Videos: youtube.com/mikerowesr.

RECORDINGS

BILL MONROE LPs: Rare, including his first on Decca; Vocalion; one autographed by Bill. Contact: jimmurpb@verizon.net or 732-892-1466.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 180+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail:  jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail:  jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulence. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37 Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163.

FOR SALE: 3/4 STANDUP BASS, LIKE NEW, with stand, carrying bag, and new Martin strings, $1,000. Fender guitar signed by Willie Nelson, $5,000. 407-312-4804 or e-mail: wertz.judi@yahoo.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

RECORDINGS

BILL MONROE LPs: Rare, including his first on Decca; Vocalion; one autographed by Bill. Contact: jimmurpb@verizon.net or 732-892-1466.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 180+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of nearly painless instruction for banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar. Plus, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, free articles, mp3s, and much more. C’mon by!

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulence. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37 Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163.

FOR SALE: 3/4 STANDUP BASS, LIKE NEW, with stand, carrying bag, and new Martin strings, $1,000. Fender guitar signed by Willie Nelson, $5,000. 407-312-4804 or e-mail: wertz.judi@yahoo.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

FOR SALE: 1964 C-1 KAY BASS, $2,250. Also, old Epiphone, serial number 3057 (on the end of fingerboard), $3,000. Both in good shape. Call 304-684-2484 or 304-299-2542.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITY INSTRUMENTS. Satisfaction guaranteed. Lifetime warranty. Check out our new Journey Rental Program. Call for details, 573-686-6044, or go online at www.moonbeammandolins.com.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or 304-663-8242.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 180+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of nearly painless instruction for banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar. Plus, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, free articles, mp3s, and much more. C’mon by!

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.
DOOR COUNTY BLUEGRASS CAMP: August 1-6, 2010. Enjoy a week of nonstop bluegrass picking. Your days will consist of group classes, band practice, private lessons, and workshops including songwriting, harmony singing, music theory, string instrument repair, group performances, and, of course, late night jam sessions. Special lodging and meal packages available. Visit our Web site at www.doorcountybluegrass.com or call 920-839-2777 for more information.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Martin, Weber, Deering, Washburn, Sigma, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITY INSTRUMENTS. Satisfaction guaranteed. Lifetime warranty. Check out our new Journey Rental Program. Call for details, 573-686-6044, or go online at www.moonbeammandolins.com.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

OME OLD-TIME 12” BANJO. Custom, Juniper/Jubilee, hard shell case included, one owner, excellent condition, specs available, $1,400. 336-723-7249, e-mail: ralsup@triad.rr.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

INTRODUCING “BLUEGRASS ROUTES.” A bluegrass music trivia board game, 1200 questions, $29.99 plus S&H. To order: www.bluegrassgame.com or phone 937-795-0273.

SALTCREEK INC. IS NOW BOOKING for 2010 and 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

WADE HILL LPs: His first on Old Homestead Records and Revonah Records. The albums feature Wade Hill on banjo and Red Rector on mandolin. Highly-rated. 865-671-6843.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

DrBanjo.com: PETE WERNICK’S GIANT WEB SITE! Free instructional articles, 180+ “Ask Dr. Banjo” entries, jamming section, beginners section, tablatures, order Pete’s bestselling DVDs, books, CDs. Details on nationwide bluegrass jam camps, Colorado January banjo camps, photos, mp3s, videos, calendar.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of nearly painless instruction for banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar. Plus, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, free articles, mp3s, and much more. C’mon by!

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

DOOR COUNTY BLUEGRASS CAMP: August 1-6, 2010. Enjoy a week of nonstop bluegrass picking. Your days will consist of group classes, band practice, private lessons, and workshops including songwriting, harmony singing, music theory, string instrument repair, group performances, and, of course, late night jam sessions. Special lodging and meal packages available. Visit our Web site at www.doorcountybluegrass.com or call 920-839-2777 for more information.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: Open-back banjos. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: smakula@meer.net.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound, very low price, satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITY INSTRUMENTS. Satisfaction guaranteed. Lifetime warranty. Check out our new Journey Rental Program. Call for details, 573-686-6044, or go online at www.moonbeammandolins.com.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

INTRODUCING “BLUEGRASS ROUTES.” A bluegrass music trivia board game, 1200 questions, $29.99 plus S&H. To order: www.bluegrassgame.com or phone 937-795-0273.

SALTCREEK INC. IS NOW BOOKING for 2010 and 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

TWO ORIGINAL 1929 GIBSON GRANADA BANJO tuning machines w/pearl buttons, $150. 937-437-8931.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

FOR SALE: BLUEGRASS UNLIMITED magazines, 1979 thru 2008. $35 any full year, postpaid. 352-568-2034, e-mail: morrispaul2@gmail.com.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of nearly painless instruction for banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar. Plus, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, free articles, mp3s, and much more. C’mon by!

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

DOOR COUNTY BLUEGRASS CAMP: August 1-6, 2010. Enjoy a week of nonstop bluegrass picking. Your days will consist of group classes, band practice, private lessons, and workshops including songwriting, harmony singing, music theory, string instrument repair, group performances, and, of course, late night jam sessions. Special lodging and meal packages available. Visit our Web site at www.doorcountybluegrass.com or call 920-839-2777 for more information.

INDOOR BLUEGRASS WEEKEND: JULY 23-25. Country Heritage Music Barn, 134 W. Main, Clarksville, AR 72830. Also, Johnny Bellar’s resonator guitar and dulcimer workshops. 479-754-4604, www.countryheritage.net.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style $1,200; F-style $1,500. Units available now. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

INTRODUCING “BLUEGRASS ROUTES.” A bluegrass music trivia board game, 1200 questions, $29.99 plus S&H. To order: www.bluegrassgame.com or phone 937-795-0273.

SALTCREEK INC. IS NOW BOOKING for 2010 and 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

WINDMILL RECORDS RECORDING STUDIO. Call today! 440-647-6502. Wellington, Ohio. Chuck Seeley, owner. www.windmillrecordingstudio.com.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

FOR SALE: BLUEGRASS UNLIMITED magazines, 1979 thru 2008. $35 any full year, postpaid. 352-568-2034, e-mail: morrispaul2@gmail.com.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of nearly painless instruction for banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar. Plus, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, free articles, mp3s, and much more. C’mon by!

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, Web: www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE signature varnish F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made. Near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com

FOR SALE: 1976 NUGGET F-5 MANDOLIN. Very loud. Wonderful old Gibson-like tone. Excellent condition. New case. Serious inquiries only. Phone 304-232-9308.

FINE HAND-CRAFTED INSTRUMENTS. Mandolins, mandolas, ukuleles, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, and archtop guitars. Financing available. Six-month trial period. Question, comments: Call 573-686-6044 or

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS NOW BOOKING for 2010 and 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

PROPIK FINGER AND THUMB PICKS. The most complete selection of picks that you’ll find anywhere. Choose from 50+ picks for the best tone, comfort, and performance. Free catalog. Guptill Music, P.O. Box 521, Orange, CA 92856, e-mail: info@guptillmusic.com, 714-556-8013, www.guptillmusic.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

WORKSHOPS ON BEAUTIFUL AMELIA ISLAND: Flatpicking, fingerpicking, fiddle, banjo, Dobro, violin, blues guitar, blues harmonica, songwriting. Open mics & jams. Top instructors that you know in a wonderful setting with lots for your companion to do, too. Be a friend of Florida House Inn on Facebook for regular updates. 904-261-3300, www.floridahouseinn.com.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of nearly painless instruction for banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar. Plus, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, free articles, mp3s, and much more. C’mon by!

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.johnheinrich.net, www.rogercainmusic.com.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

FINE HAND-CRAFTED INSTRUMENTS. Mandolins, mandolas, ukuleles, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, and archtop guitars. Financing available. Six-month trial period. Question, comments: Call 573-686-6044 or www.moonbeammandolins.com.

ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37, Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS NOW BOOKING for 2010 and 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, <www.hotworship.com/euphonon>.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

RECORDINGS

COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS LPs AND 45s. 16,000+ titles. Free catalogs. Buckaroo Records, P.O. Box 12408, Portland, OR 97212, www.buckaroorecords.com. Cash paid for collections.

SERVICES

REPAIRS & RESTORATIONS by a Gibson, Guild, Tacoma factory-approved repair shop. Lots of Martin repair experience. Martin kits, too. String King, Akron, Ohio. 330-798-1055. Since 1989.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of instruction: banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, articles, mp3s. Free catalog. 800-752-2656.

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the Web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

FINE HAND-CRAFTED INSTRUMENTS. Mandolins, mandolas, ukuleles, octave mandolins, bouzoukis, and archtop guitars. Financing available. Six-month trial period. Question, comments: Call 573-686-6044 or www.moonbeammandolins.com.

ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN F-12. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37, Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163, (cell) 828-301-4890.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE SIGNATURE VARNISH F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made, near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS NOW BOOKING for 2010 and 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of instruction: banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, articles, mp3s. Free catalog. 800-752-2656.

PLAY OLD-TIME BANJO IN ONE DAY. Send $9.98 for instructions to: Robert Hensley, P.O. Box 294, Mars Hill, NC 28754.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN F-12. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37, Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163, (cell) 828-301-4890.

FOR SALE: 1994 GIBSON BILL MONROE SIGNATURE VARNISH F-5 mandolin. 182 of 200 made, near mint condition with OHSC. Pics available. $9,500. Contact jensdad@optonline.net or 845-896-2371.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS LOOKING FOR BOOKINGS for 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekincbluegrass.com.

BLUEGRASS ROUTES. The bluegrass music trivia board game. Great Christmas gift! To order: www.bluegrassgame.com or send $39.95 to Bob Iery, 9340 US 52, Manchester, OH 45144.

1983 SILVER EAGLE BUS (Coach), $35,000. Most everything rebuilt after 2000. Contact Ray at 614-491-4064.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

FREE BLUEGRASS LESSONS ONLINE. Master your instrument with lessons for all levels. www.freebanjovideos.com, www.freemandolinvideos.com, www.freeflatpickingvideos.com.

NATIVEGROUND.COM: WAYNE ERBSEN’S WEB SITE of instruction: banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bluegrass, gospel, Civil War songbooks, CDs, articles, mp3s. Free catalog. 800-752-2656.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulence. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

WANTED: REPAIRABLE & NON-REPAIRABLE Martin guitars and Gibson mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN F-12. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37, Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163, (cell) 828-301-4890.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS LOOKING FOR BOOKINGS for 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekincbluegrass.com.

BLUEGRASS ROUTES. The bluegrass music trivia board game. Great Christmas gift! To order: www.bluegrassgame.com or send $39.95 to Bob Iery, 9340 US 52, Manchester, OH 45144.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, <www.hotworship.com/euphonon>.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

SONGBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

BLUEGRASS MUSIC PROFILES magazine features personal interviews with bluegrass music artists. $20/yr. for six issues. BMP, P.O. Box 850, Nicholasville, KY 40340, www.bluegrassmusicprofiles.com, 859-333-6465.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN F-12. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37, Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163, (cell) 828-301-4890.

JBOVIER CUSTOM SHOP: F-5 mandolins, E-mandos, pre-owned & vintage mando-family instruments. www.mandolins.ecrater.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

1966 DOBRO GUITAR: mint condition. Picture sent on request. $1,950 with case. Call 207-445-2223.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS LOOKING FOR BOOKINGS for 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekincbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

RECORDINGS

RECORDS, LPs: 3,100 BLUEGRASS, COUNTRY, new/excellent condition. Cost $20,960. Asking $14,750, offer. Indian Head, MD. 301-743-2171

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

M.S.H. GUITAR REPAIR AND SUPPLIES: Phone 740-545-9845, Coshocton County, Ohio 43824. Precision tools for professional results.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

FOR SALE: GIBSON 1949 MANDOLIN F-12. Bill Monroe said it was ‘powerful.’ Blue Grass Boy #37, Frank Buchanan, 828-505-3163, (cell) 828-301-4890.

JBOVIER CUSTOM SHOP: F-5 mandolins, E-mandos, pre-owned & vintage mando-family instruments. www.mandolins.ecrater.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS LOOKING FOR BOOKINGS for 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekincbluegrass.com.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

BUILD YOUR OWN GUITAR OR FIDDLE. Free catalog featuring kits and all the tools, finishing supplies, and instructions needed to build your own instrument. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

REPAIR AND BUILD BANJOS, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS. Free catalog packed with thousands of parts, tools, woods, kits, books, and videos. Featuring StewMac tools and Waverly machines. Stewart-MacDonald, P.O. Box 900-C, Athens, OH 45701. Call 800-848-2273, web: www.stewmac.com.

RECORDINGS

RECORDS, LPs: 3,100 BLUEGRASS, COUNTRY, new/excellent condition. Cost $20,960. Asking $14,750, offer. Indian Head, MD. 301-743-2171

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO™, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

JBOVIER CUSTOM SHOP: F-5 mandolins, E-mandos, pre-owned & vintage mando-family instruments. www.mandolins.ecrater.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros™, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

EPIPHONE UPRIGHT BASS, serial #3087, $3,000. Kay S-9 bass, serial #12058, $2,500. Kay C-1 bass, serial #22278, $1,500. Call 304-684-2484 or cell: 304-299-2542.

WANTED: PREWAR MARTIN D-18 & D-28s and pre-1940 Gibson F-5 mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

JASPER RESONATOR GUITARS. Free brochure. Visit our website @ www.jasperguitars.com, 8979 W. Starwood Ln., Greenwood, LA 71033, 318-464-0695.

BOURGEOIS GEORGIA DREADNOUGHT. Premium Adirondack/mahogany. 1930 voicing. Excellent recording/performance w/Calton case, $2,800. 336-813-0205.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

SALTCREEK INC. IS LOOKING FOR BOOKINGS for 2011. Ohio and Tri-State area. 330-407-8124 or www.saltcreekincbluegrass.com.

RED DRUM POTTERY & BANJO ISLAND on Hatteras Island, N.C., is looking for a young talented bluegrass musician to play a small show two nights a week and work hard in the pottery five days a week from June 1 till the end of August. We provide a place to stay and hourly summer pay. Must be neat, clean, and have a good work ethic. Drinking or any drug use will not be tolerated. Please call 252-256-0148 or e-mail us at reddrum27@earthlink.net.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

RECORDINGS

THE HUTCHISONS, SLEEPY HOLLOW CD. 11 tunes you will enjoy, $10. Send money-order or cashier’s check to: Robert Hutchison, 55960 Crabapple Rd., Alledonia, OH 43902.

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

VIOLIN BOWS REHAIRED ($30) and repaired. Handmade bows for sale. Violins bought, sold, repaired. Tom Owen, P.O. Box 413, 301 S. Byrd, Coalgate, OK 74538, 580-927-9939, e-mail: tombow5006@att.net.

INSTRUCTION

GUITAR LICK CARDS: from standard to stellar, 81 licks are isolated on playing cards. Line them up with the same chord progression as your favorite song and voilá!, it’s a new arrangement! Rearrange the licks for endless variations. They’re inspiring! Available for mandolin and banjo too. $11.50 ppd. per set. Andrew Cushing, 6079 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg, NY 14075.

BANJOTEACHER.COM: Ross Nickerson books, CDs, and DVDs. Banjo instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced banjo students. Banjos for sale, special accessories, workshops, and free stuff.

LEARN DOBRO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, BANJO, MANDOLIN, BASS & BLUEGRASS HARMONY SINGING. Friendly, easily accessible DVD lessons. Order direct from www.learnrootsmusic.com. Punch in the words ‘rootsreview’ in the sale code area and receive 35% off all orders.

INSTRUMENTS

DOBROS, MANDOLINS, BANJOS, GUITARS, VIOLINS, AUTOHARPS, DULCIMERS, ETC. Old & new. Great prices/selections. All inquiries promptly answered in person. Deal with the people who care. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

OME BANJOS: Outstanding selection of original, American made, vintage quality banjos. Bluegrass, old-time, Irish, and jazz styles. Models ranging from zen simplicity to elegant opulance. Free color catalogue. E-mail: info@omebanjos.com, www.omebanjos.com, 303-449-0041.

BILL’S MUSIC SHOP & PICKIN’ PARLOR. Bluegrass headquarters in South Carolina. Weber, Deering, Washburn, Blueridge, and other brands. New and used. Strings and all accessories. Dulcimers, autoharps. If we don’t have it, we can get it. 710 Meeting St., W. Columbia, SC 29169, 803-796-6477, e-mail: wwells5939@aol.com, www.billsmusicshop.com.

VISITING NORTH CAROLINA? Stop by and check out our large selection of old, new, vintage stringed instruments, accessories, etc. Reasonable prices. Friendly service. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

NICK LLOYD BASSES in Cincinnati builds, repairs, and sells upright basses. Quality work, honest service, and prompt turnaround time. Shipping available. 513-681-1863 or www.nicklloydbasses.com.

RESOPHONIC GUITARS handcrafted in the Ozarks. Best sound or your money back. Contact prcain@hughes.net, www.rogercainmusic.com, 870-283-5512.

WANT TO BUY: OPEN-BACK BANJOS. Prefer five-string, will consider all others. Bob Smakula, Smakula Fretted Instruments, P.O. Box 882, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-6710, e-mail: bob@smakula.com.

ALL TYPES OF BANJOS: New, used, vintage. Bought, sold, traded. Parts, accessories, repairs. Bedford Banjo Shop, 106 S. Richard St., Bedford, Pa., 814-623-2187, e-mail: bedfordbanjoshop@yahoo.com, www.bedfordbanjoshop.com.

UPRIGHT BASS, $195. Violin, Fender guitar, banjo, flute, clarinet, trumpet, $79 each; saxophone, $195; viola with flame-maple back, $195; mandolin, $99. 516-377-7907.

C.F. MARTIN GUITARS, GIBSON, DEERING, JBOVIER, KENTUCKY, DOBRO, GOLDTONE, WASHBURN, also other well known brands. Free friendly advice, prompt personal reply. Harry & Jeanie West, 116 East Broad St., Statesville, NC 28677, 704-883-0033, e-mail: jeaniewnc6@aol.com, www.harryandjeaniewest.com or www.finemusicalinstruments.com.

WWW.BANJOSELITE.COM: Liquidation of very fine collection.

APPALACHIAN RESONATOR GUITARS: Custom-built, contemporary or traditional styles, starting at $850. E-mail: appreso51@gmail.com or www.appalachianreso.com.

THE ADAMS HANDMADE MANDOLINS. Great sound and volume. A-style, $1,200. F-style, $1,500. Units now available. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 407-656-2462, e-mail: harmanjoman@cfl.rr.com.

JBOVIER CUSTOM SHOP: F-5 mandolins, E-mandos, pre-owned & vintage mando-family instruments. www.mandolins.ecrater.com.

BEST IN THE WEST: Large and dynamic selection of new, used, and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, Dobros, ukes, etc. Featuring fine instruments for the player and the collector. We ship worldwide. Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, 712 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102, 801-322-4682, e-mail: guitarandbanjo@earthlink.net, www.guitarandbanjo.com.

RATLIFF MANDOLINS: Building the finest handmade mandolins for over 25 years. Visit us on the web at www.ratliffmandolins.com.

WANTED: PREWAR MARTIN D-18 & D-28s and pre-1940 Gibson F-5 mandolins. Larry Cadle, 606-248-7898.

FOR SALE: 1952 D-28 MARTIN. The guitar used to record “Silver Tongue And Gold-Plated Lies.” No refin., no cracks, original case. Close to perfect. $45,000. Call 740-926-1677.

JASPER RESONATOR GUITARS. Free brochure. Visit our website @ www.jasperguitars.com, 8979 W. Starwood Ln., Greenwood, LA 71033, 318-464-0695.

BOURGEOIS GEORGIA DREADNOUGHT. Premium Adirondack/mahogany. 1930 voicing. Excellent recording/performance w/Calton case, $2,800. 336-813-0205.

MISCELLANEOUS

“IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TUNE A BANJO” bumper stickers, $3. Order online at www.whiskeypuppy.com.

RED DRUM POTTERY & BANJO ISLAND on Hatteras Island, N.C., is looking for a young talented bluegrass musician to play a small show two nights a week and work hard in the pottery five days a week from June 1 till the end of August. We provide a place to stay and hourly summer pay. Must be neat, clean, and have a good work ethic. Drinking or any drug use will not be tolerated. Please call 252-256-0148 or e-mail us at reddrum27@earthlink.net.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

MITCHEL’S PLATEMATE IS RECOMMENDED and used by the oldest guitar maker in the world. Mitchel’s Platemate is also sold in many music stores nationwide and highly recommended by some of the best acoustic guitarists. Mitchel’s Platemate can be ordered online at www.mitchelsplatemate.com or by phone: 330-898-7438.

EUPHONON CO. STRINGS: Bulk major manufacturer strings at fantastic savings. Phosphor Bronze guitar $27.50/dozen sets. 80/20 guitar, $25.50/dozen sets. Shipping $6 up to 2 dozen sets. Electric guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer available. 1-888-517-4678, P.O. Box 100U, Orford, NH 03777, www.hotworship.com/euphonon.

SERVICES

STRING KING, SINCE 1989: FULL SERVICE REPAIRS, handmade guitars. Gibson Level A shop. Martin experienced. Stringkinglutherie.com or 330-798-1055.

TAYLOR GUITAR WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER: Factory-trained and certified Taylor Guitar specialists. All warranty and non-warranty repair work. Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe, 643 Frederick Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228, 800-845-8456, e-mail: nick.abs@gmail.com. Serving the music community since 1960.

VIOLIN BOWS REHAIRED ($30) and repaired. Handmade bows for sale. Violins bought, sold, repaired. Tom Owen, P.O. Box 413, 301 S. Byrd, Coalgate, OK 74538, 580-927-9939, e-mail: tombow5006@att.net.