You saxy thing...Saxophones have always been seen as one of the 'in' instruments - maybe it's the shape and playing position, maybe it's the sound, from sleazy to funky, boppy to rootin' tootin' - but whatever...
I originally wrote this guide because a number of people had asked me about buying a drum kit for a Christmas present. Now, nearly two years on, I find I'm still being asked for advice, so I thought I'd update...
It is true to say that a all guitars made out of cheap components are awful... whatever the brand. How can I tell the difference between an expensive guitar and a mid priced guitar? How can I steer away from a...
I buy, sell, collect, service,teach and play the trumpet, and have been involved with brass playing for over 37 years. These are some very basic points to consider before buying or bidding for a trumpet on...
A guide to choosing a good instrument With so many instruments to choose from, how do you know which will be a pleasure to own? We hope this guide will give you a few pointers - what to look for and what...
Choosing the right strings for your Acoustic Guitar Acoustic guitar strings come in many varieties and gauges. We have put together this guide in attempt to share our views with you and hopefully help you...
Some useful information for the care of Violins, Violas and Cellos : The following guide may prove useful when purchasing or considering a new or replacement instrument. We have endeavoured to cover as much...
For a beginning bass player buying a bass can be highly confusing- you can either end up with a low-quality unusable instrument, or be dashed into buying an instrument that is far beyond both your budget. This...
The viola is now classed as an "endangered species" by local authority music providers. Youth orchestras, which are the flagship showpieces of music services, are hard pressed to find enough players to make a...