Where can I find a left-handed mandolin?
[2008-03-21 14:40:20]

Q: I'm left-handed, and I have tried to learn both mandolin and guitar right-handed, because it's easier to find right-handed models, and most of my teachers had an easier time with that. However, I found it extremely difficult to do, and eventually ended

A: Do a Google Search "left handed mandolin" and you will find several options. My first thought was to refer you to a luthier or a custom builder; but there are a number of them available from a variety of manufacturers (at a nice range of prices).

Psychology »

What does it mean when I'm both left and right handed?
[2010-07-15 14:40:27]

I'm not ambidextrous because I can't write with both hands, but I use my right hand for a lot of things things like writing, drawing, playing guitar/mandolin...
but I'm left handed when it comes to a lot of other things. I ride...


you are just multi-talented!

Finding A Left Handed Mandolin for Southpaw Strummers

Here’s a strange piece of statistic – nearly a full 10 percent of the American population is left-handed, but only 1 percent of mandolins are. The days are long gone when children’s left hands used to be tied behind their backs the moment they showed any signs of being left-handed. Left-Handed Mandolins: Sinister Statistics....

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Galveston Clear Lp Style Body Left Handed Elect Guitar

Click Here to see our complete selection of Galveston Guitars, Banjos and Mandolins Galveston CLEAR See-Thru Body 6-String Electric “Les Paul” Style Guitar LEFT HANDED Lucite Type Clear Body, Two Pickups, Gold Hardware, Much More… Full ONE-YEAR... Features: LEFT HANDED MODEL · Cable included · 2 Pickups · 2 Volume – 2 Tone Controls · Adjustable Truss Rod & Bridge · 3-Way Switch · Smooth Nickel/Silver Frets · Maple Neck · Mahogany Fret Board · PMMA High Gloss Body Clear (See-Thru) · Sealed... Click Here to see our complete selection of Galveston Guitars, Banjos and Mandolins Galveston has been a leader in quality musical instruments for over 15 years. Payment, Shipping, Warranty, Return Policy Click Here to see our complete selection of Galveston Guitars, Banjos and Mandolins Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. Beautiful guitar/prompt service/very happy/great ebayer Nice Guitar and fast shipping (A REAL PRO) Thanks Beautiful guitar just as shown. Galveston guitars are......

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Southpaws find Great Deals on Left Handed Gibson Guitars at a New ...

During the 1950s, Gibson came out with the “Les Paul” which was available in several models including the Custom, the Standard, the Special and the Junior. In addition to the Les Paul, Gibson is well known for their electric guitars in solidbody models like the SG, the Flying V, the Explorer and the Firebird. Detroit, MI – Left handed Gibson Guitars can be found on a great new internet shopping store that sells only Left handed Gibson Guitars....

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Crash Test Dummies: Mmm Mmm Good
But after making amends with a surprise appearance at this year's fest, the 46-year-old singer-songwriter with the wicked wit and the mineshaft pipes was welcomed back with open arms Saturday night at Burton Cummings Theatre. The Crash Test Dummies leader hasn't played a full show in his old hometown since going on a drunken, obscene rant at the Folk Festival about a decade ago.

Classical »

Has anyone ever invented a piano set up for left-handed players?
[2010-06-09 21:42:59]

Left-handed guitarists can buy a lefty guitar; drummers can arrange their drums so the high-hats are on the right and the floor toms are on the left, etc. Has anyone ever invented a piano made specifically for left-handed pianists, with the low octave


There has been a left-handed piano built (see link below), but, when you think about it, it's completely pointless. With the piano one needs equal strength and dexterity in both hands, so 'handedness' should not be an issue.

Performing Arts »

Should I play Guitar or Mandolin?
[2009-08-02 16:15:47]

I have never played an instrument before. I am left handed and want to play either the guitar or mandolin. Which would be easier for me to learn?


That's the wrong question. It shouldn't be a matter of which is easier but which one you prefer.

Left handed mandolin - News
Southpaws find Great Deals on Left Handed Gibson Guitars at a New Site Created ...
Fewer people in the US are left-handed, so it makes sense that stores to cater mainly to right-handed people. Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. Co,

Musical miracle: Comeback guitarist to play Heider
Musical miracle: Comeback guitarist to play Heider “There was a little voice inside of me saying 'The only way you're ever going to play guitar again is to relearn how to do it left-handed.

Album review Mice Parade
By Areif Sless-Kitain Adam Pierce's omnivorous musical appetite is on full display with What It Means to Be Left-Handed, his latest under the Mice Parade

Left handed mandolin - Bookshelf for you
Playing Violin And Fiddle Left Handed
88 pages
Playing Violin And Fiddle Left Handed

Joe started playing mandolin left handed at the age of 5 and learned the fiddle 8 years later. He worked on his family's farm during the day, and played his ...

Mandolin for Beginners
48 pages
Mandolin for Beginners

If you play guitar, you may find the left-hand position for mandolin to be a bit strange. If you play the violin, however, the position will be more ...

Mandolin Technique Studies
87 pages
Mandolin Technique Studies

This book provides further practice material to build on the aspects of technique introduced in Mandolin Technique Studies, Vol. 1 (MB 20671 )-Sequences, ...