Welcome Joe, you have the right idea in wanting a hurdy-gurdy but are about to
fall into the most common trap awaiting the unwary beginner.
People often say get the best instrument you can afford, I say get the best
instrument you cannot afford. The one on the link does not look like something
i would recommend, in fact I have heard many bad reports.
I would suggest you do a bit of research, find a reputable maker then get
yourself on their mailing list and start saving.
Starting with a good instrument is a must, it does not have to be highly
decorated. Here in Europe the Helmut Goschey Phoenix and Claire Dugue student
are good starters and in the US there is I believe the Olympic.
I am sure others on the list will give you other ideas, take them on board.
Philip
Joe Mejia <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
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FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello group,
My name is Joe and I'm brand new to the hurdy-gurdy. As a matter of fact, I
neither know how to play nor do I own a hurdy-gurdy. But I am looking into
fixing both of those problems soon.
I've been researching the instrument and watching this mailing list for a
little while and I've come to the conclusion that I want a hurdy with a
chromatic keyboard. I read that it opens up many more options for playing
music. I also want one that is affordable, since I am but a poor college
student trying to finish up school. The latter part has been a real issue so
far. This isn't a cheap hobby!
So, I found some kits on the internet in my price range, but the problem is
they have diatonic keyboards (Or tangents? What is the correct term?). I was
wondering, since I am somewhat handy at tinkering, would it be possible to
convert a diatonic kit, such as the one found at musikit.com
(http://www.musikit.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=hurdy),
into a chromatic keyboard setup?
Thanks in advance,
- Joe
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