Shhhh…

One of the items that really flies off the shelves at the beginning of every school year are mutes.  But which one?  When customers ask for a mute, I always ask if it is for playing in orchestra or for practicing at home.  In the photo below, the mute on the left is a...

COVID and ever-evolving information

All you need to do is turn on the news or fire up your preferred social media outlet and you can find an avalanche of articles, studies, and advice regarding staying safe from COVID-19.  As string musicians, this virus impacts every aspect of our lives.  Concerts are...