Yes … Happy Holidays. It is not too soon to begin practicing for those holiday parties.
Our friend David Jakubiak at www.fretmentor.com has recently released Fretmentor’s Acoustic Holiday – 12 Songs of Christmas for Banjo, Guitar, Mandolin and Fiddle. This music collection is one of kind, since it provides entire standardized arrangements of Christmas tunes for all acoustic instruments, which is ideal for individuals and bands alike.
Fretmentor’s Acoustic Holiday Christmas Collection has taken a year and a half to complete. It consists of both standard musical notation and tablature for 12 Christmas tunes. These songs especially are written for acoustic instruments but can of course be played by other instruments as well. You can view the list of 12 songs by going to the fretmentor library or clicking on this link to the fretmentor library:
All songs are now in the new Tef format and can be played in computer generated midi format. With the free Tabledit Tef viewer, you will be able to hear the tabs and standard musical notation exactly as it is written. You can even slow the tempo of each song to play along with it as you are learning. All chords are provided for you to also play the rhythm along with the lead. In addition, lyrics to each song are provided.
The entire collection of songs is $35.00 (additional $1.00 charge if paying by paypal). That is approximately $2.91 per song. You can pay by personal check or Paypal. Once authorized, you can download each song to your computer. Instructions on how to download the Free Tef view program will also be provided. In addition, any updates (including video or instructional audio files) that may be provided in the future will be accessible to you as well. Please contact Fretmentor via email for further ordering instructions.
We at First Quality Music and http://www.fretmentor.com/ wish you all in advance, a happy holiday and happy picking.
For additional information or ordering instructions, feel free to contact:
This week we are clearing out all of our remaining John Pearse guitar, mandolin, and other strings and accessories. Click here to be directed to our closeout section where you will find all our John Pearse products barely above cost! We guarantee that these prices won’t be beaten and the remaining stock will certainly go fast! Stock is very limited, so hurry and secure your product now before our supply is gone!
Remember that every Wednesday we offer our Holy C.O.W. Deal of the Week!
Welcome back to another Vault Friday! Each Friday I’ll venture into the Vault with one of our instrument specialists to showcase some of the cool stuff we’ve got hidden away in there.
The J-45 is one of the most beloved and played acoustic guitars in the history of modern music, and the icon of Gibson’s round-shoulder dreadnought acoustic line ever since its introduction in 1942. In recognition of this distinguished rank, Gibson is proud to present the J-45 Custom – one of the most elegant and best-sounding versions of this classic model produced by the Gibson Acoustic Custom shop in Bozeman, Montana. The J-45 Custom features great tone and powerful sound with Indian Rosewood on the back and sides and a solid Sitka Spruce top. This headstock inlay designed by master luthier Ren Ferguson is one of the most beautiful we’ve seen and is coupled with an double-ring rosette with an abalone center. The J-45 Custom comes equipped with the popular Element Active Acoustic Pickup System from L.R. Baggs, which features a low-profile undersaddle element combined with an onboard preamp with an unobtrusive and removable volume control mounted just inside the soundhole.
You can learn more about the Gibson J-45 Custom Acoustic Guitar by giving JC a call at (800) 635-2021 Ext. 7124
The following Limited edition models have run their course at Martin and the remaining few are being offered at unbelievable discounts! Since we will be handling these on a per-order basis, they may read “Backordered” on firstqualitymusic.com- You can still place your order, and we’ll contact you within 24 hours regarding availability. Approximate delivery time on these items is 7-10 days, and all sales are final.
Shady Grove was in town for the National Quartet Convention and stopped by to see us. Shady Grove is an excellent group with wonderful vocal ability. JC joins Tim Moxley and Gerry Hall for an impromptu performance of the gospel tune Help is on the Way. Check it out!
Welcome back to another Vault Friday! Each Friday I’ll venture into the Vault with one of our instrument specialists to showcase some of the cool stuff we’ve got hidden away in there.
One of the most beautiful guitars in our Vault, the Gibson Doves in Flight Acoustic Guitar is a masterpiece of hand-done craftsmanship. Featuring 28 individually engraved pearl doves, hand-rubbed cherry finish, and top grade wood, this guitar is a wonder to see and hear.
You can learn more about the Gibson Doves in Flight Acoustic Guitar here.
First Quality was proud to be selected as one of the very few Taylor Dealers receiving the 35th Anniversary Collection of Guitars. With only 35 of each model being available worldwide these will surely be something special. Delivery is slated to begin this fall so stay tuned. The 35th Anniversary Collection will include the following Acoustics: Dreadnaught Cutaway with Electronics in Brazilian, GS Armrest Model in Cocobolo, Parlor, GC-12 Fret, GA Cutaway with Electronics 9-string, GS Cutaway with Electronics Baritone. Electrics: Solidbody Feathered Koa, Solidbody Quilted Maple, T3 Koa, T3 Cocobolo, T3/B Koa, T3/B Cocobolo. For more information please contact JC Gay or Jeff Sullivan @ 1.800.635.2021
Dear friend David Jakubiak had been a long time customer of First Quality Music. David is based in Jupiter, FL and is a full time Teaching Instructor. Fretmentor.com was launched several months back and I have watched it grow in content and popularity. David caters to musicians and students that play banjo, mandolin and guitar. Below is an overview of his website that might just be very helpful as a Bluegrass resource. David is also currently writing articles for Banjo Newletter.
David Jakubiak, creator of Fretmentor.com
Fretmentor offers a unique instructional program for the guitar, mandolin, and banjo.Whether your are a new student or a more experienced player who is seeking additional training, FretMentor offers you a comprehensive approach to learning your guitar, banjo or mandolin instrument.
Our instruction includes music theory concepts, chord structure and improvisational techniques for musicians playing individually or performing with others. Fretmentor is an interactive site that will teach you not only how to play the instrument but will inform you about the instrument, its origin and its history.
Celebrate the Holidays
