Aspen Nightlife – The Club Scene

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After a day on the slopes in Aspen, Colorado, you are probably ready to do some partying. The Aspen club scene starts hopping shortly before the slopes close. Many of the clubs have planned events – and some are just free-for-alls with music and dancing all night long. No matter what kind of music you are into, you will find it in Aspen.

Most of the lodges and hotels in Aspen have bars or clubs. Some have multiple bars, clubs, or lounges – so start your search for Aspen nighttime entertainment at your lodge or hotel. You can usually find a friendly game of pool in almost any bar before the music and dancing begin.

The easiest way to find the type of music and dancing that is most enjoyable to you is to pick up a copy of Aspen Magazine’s Traveler’s Guide. This guide will provide you with a list of Aspen hotspots, and let you know what you can expect at each club or bar. If you will be drinking, make sure that you don’t drive your car. Walk or take advantage of the public transportation or taxi services in the Aspen area.

If You're Collecting, Ebay Selling is for You!

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If you or someone you know is interested in collecting, Ebay selling is something you need to get familiar with! Ebay is a huge Internet site that allows people to sell or buy at auction almost anything you can think of. There are very few restrictions on what you can buy or sell. Are you fond of antique guitars? Electric guitars? Acoustic guitars? Whatever you are collecting, Ebay selling will probably have what you want.

Ebay is essential to know about if you are enthusiastic about your collecting. For instance, if you collect a particular type of antique or vintage guitar, you can search Ebay for exactly the piece you need. In addition to finding the exact item you are looking for, there is a possibility you'll get it for a great price as well. That tangerine colored pitcher might be yours for a song. You just have to look.

Collecting is one thing, but what about when the collector gets more items than he or she can store? What if they inadvertently collected duplicates of the same item. Or what if you just have stuff you don't want anymore? That's where Ebay selling can help. You can list your item on Ebay, and another collector can find it and make a bid. Ebay is a great way to recycle unwanted used items and make a few dollars as well as helping you with your collecting. Ebay selling is not hard to learn, either.

For just about every item you can name including guitar, someone somewhere collects it, and they are probably searching Ebay for what they want. So whatever you are collecting, Ebay selling can help you generate the money needed to add items to your own collection while getting rid of things you don't need. In addition, you can be gratified to know that the item you didn't want, like the bikes your kids have outgrown, or your vintage clock, was exactly what some other collector was seeking.

Just like collecting, Ebay selling can get almost addictive. It's a fun hobby that many people are discovering. So where do you go if there's something special you are collecting? Ebay! Selling, you'll find, is almost as fun as collecting, so be sure to try it, too. Remember, too, that Ebay can not only help you complete your collections. It can also be a source for the things you need for other hobbies, interests, and needs in your life.

Funk Guitar Lesson 1 by Marty Schwartz

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I found a link to a cool funk guitar lesson for free at YouTube. So if you in a process of learning some funk stuff, check this video out.

Acoustic Guitar Buying Guide

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Acoustic Guitar Buying GuideThere are a lot of things to consider when shopping for an acoustic guitar. Among those are obviously price, the skill level of the guitarist, and the type of music that will be played. Additionally, you will want to consider specific features to the guitar itself, among those are the wood used in construction, the type of neck, the size of the guitar, and whether the guitar has on-board electronics. For the purposes of this guide, we will look at each of these items in the paragraphs to follow.


Price

Obviously price is a huge factor. Nearly everyone has a budget when shopping for a new guitar so knowing the price range you have to work with will help you narrow down some of the brands you will be considering. Obviously if your price range is between $100 and $500, you will not be looking at Gibson or Taylor as one of the brands you should consider. Acoustic guitars can range from under $100 to literally tens of thousands of dollars, so there's a lot of range to work with.


Brands By Price Range

While some brands manufacture guitars in all price ranges, typically you will find certain brands dominating certain price points. Also, you will see that the same manufacturer may have strategically defined different brands to address different price point ranges.

In the low price ranges you will see brands like Epiphone, Rogue, Oscar Schmidt, First Act, Johnson, etc.

The the mid-range, you will see brands like Fender, Dean, Yamaha, Gretsch, Seagull, and others.

Near the top end of the range, you will see brands such as Taylor, Guild, Gibson, and others dominating the ranks. Often, these guitars are made of superior woods and also include nicely appointed trims such as abalone and mother-of-pearl inlays.



Skill Level

Unless you have unlimited funds, it really doesn't make sense to buy an expensive guitar for a beginner. On the flip side, an accomplished player is probably going to cherish something a little finer.Other than that, buying an acoustic guitar is relatively independent of the skill level of the player.


Type of Music

Acoustic guitars are very capable of playing all types of music from classical to hard rock to country to SKA. If you are shopping for an acoustic guitar for yourself or for a loved one, you really needn't be too concerned about the type of music the player enjoys. Acoustic guitars can pretty much handle it all.


Construction

As you might expect, the type of wood used in the construction of the guitar has a major impact in tonal characteristics and quality. Often, different woods or materials are used in the top, back, sides, and neck which can also affect the sonic signature of the guitar. Sitka spruce is commonly used for the soundboard, which is the top panel of the guitar. Sitka Spruce has a loud, hearty tone that is good for many different playing conditions. Maple tends to give an acoustic guitar a flatter sound, but can make a difference when the guitar is being amplified. Alder is another common wood used in acoustic guitar construction and provides a strong middle frequencies response pattern, not too high, not too low. Mahogany is sometimes used in the tops of these guitars to give the tone a solid resonant tone with a stronger response in the upper register. Some other less popular woods are Koa, Brazilian Rosewood, Indian Rosewood, Red Spruce, Poplar, Basswood, and Ebony.


Size

There are a couple different sizes and primary shapes of acoustic guitars. The most popular are the Classic, the Dreadnought, and Jumbo varieties. Classic, as you might imagine is used as the basis for classical guitars, but the dreadnought and jumbo are most popular for the standard models. The primary differences, in our opinion, are that the dreadnought is slightly smaller than a Jumbo, and has a stronger bass response. The Jumbo, obviously larger, has a louder projection. The scenario you or the guitarist will be using the instrument in may determine which you go for. For instance, we prefer a Jumbo when playing a larger hall or outdoors where projection is key.


Electronics

Electronics, or a piezo pickup, will help you to amplify your guitar. If you have a need to play the guitar at louder volume levels than can be achieved with the guitar alone then this option is going to be important to you. There are amplifiers out there specifically designed for acoustic guitars and the on-board pickups will also allow you to plug your guitar into a PA system or live sound rig.


In Summary

In summary, there are a variety of acoustic guitar sizes, woods used in construction, amplifiable characteristics, and trims. There are also several brands throughout the different price ranges. Before you go shopping for an acoustic guitar, spend a little time making a list of the major points to consider from the tips we gave above. This will help you to determine a range that makes sense for you. Also, we highly recommend clicking on some of the links you see on this page and familiarizing yourself with the prices and features that are available. Also, read as many reviews as you can. Certain brands will really stand out as consistent performers, but it's up to you to educate yourself before plunking down your hard earned dollars on a beautiful new instrument. Best of luck.


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David Ellefson Rock Shop

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Former Megadeth and current F5 bassist David Ellefson has launched the David Ellefson Rock Shop - an ongoing YouTube video series that he hosts himself. Check out Episode 1 below.

Metallica Madness

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Starting Wednesday, March 18, there will be a three-day 'Metallica Madness' tournament at the Best Buy store in Austin, Texas during the South by Southwest music festival.

"High scorers on each of the three days (one drummer and one guitarist plus a couple of runners-up to make the 'elite eight') will then move on to compete Friday night at a special 'Guitar Hero: Metallica' release party at Stubb's, also in Austin, Texas.

"Friday night's shindig will include live music, a DJ, and we'll be hangin' there checking out your gameplay."

Click here for more info.

Acoustic Guitar Lesson - Sing And Play Guitar

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Check out video below to learn some tips on how to sing and play a guitar.

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