Author Archives: Chris Oliver

Rogue vs. Loar and other Heresies

It is nice to see studies back up a hypothesis… NPR Article discussing Claudia Fritz’ double blind experiment comparing Stradivarius and Guarneri violins vs. modern violins. She is an acoustics physicist at France’s National Center for Scientific Research. Backup info … Continue reading

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A model in the white.

The newest A model is strung up for testing. It is looking and sounding great even before it gets a sunburst. Your email: 

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November – Back in the Shop

With the porch project coming to close (except for the poor work done by our concrete steps contractor) I have had some time to get back in the shop. This mando should be in the white this weekend and make … Continue reading

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25th Annual Greater Downstate Bluegrass Music Festival

Folks, the Greater Downstate Bluegrass Music Festival at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, IL is just around the corner and a great lineup awaits. The festival runs Friday, Nov 11 through Sunday Nov 13, 2011. You’re too late for reduced … Continue reading

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Lacey Act, Luthiers and the Relief Act

Kathryn Marie Dudley, a professor of anthropology and American studies at Yale, wrote a grammatically poor yet decent opinion piece published in the NY Times Tuesday. Please disregard her attempt to slight those blaming Obama for attacking American business. She … Continue reading

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