Alison Stephens

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Alison Stephen's Mandolin Trilogy

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Alison Stephen's Mandolin Trilogy

This trilogy remains a model for the composition of learning tools. Alison Stephens composed 18 solos for the mandolin, all of them exquisite pieces, in a large variety of styles, that can very well be used as concert pieces. The cool part is that each piece addresses a specific technique but places it in context.

 

Classical Mandolin Methods: The Mandolinist's Best Friend

Classical Mandolin Methods: The Mandolinist's Best Friend

Like every learner I constantly look for the ideal method, the one that would help me correct my weak spots, strengthen my fingers, increase my dexterity, gain speed, precision, richness of sound, technical perfection, in short, a method that would help me become a better musician.