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08/30/2021

New Blog!

Whether we admit it or not, the guitar is an iconic part of music culture today. Rock n roll music without a guitar simply would not be rock music. Learn the difference between an acoustic and electric guitar in our latest blog.

In a way, we are all rock stars at heart. We have dreams of fame, glory, bright lights and an audience of thousands screaming our name and singing along as we croon on stage, then reveling in the prowess of a well-executed guitar solo that could make doves cry. Usually, we wake up at that point and....

08/23/2021

New Blog!

Drums require a shocking amount of specialized language to communicate, it can seem like so much gibberish if you are unfamiliar with the right terms. Learn more on our latest blog

Let’s face it – music (especially musical notation) has a LOT of language dedicated to understanding how to perform it. Music requires a shocking amount of specialized language to communicate how to play what notes and when, at what pitch, volume, and rhythm, and depending on the instrument and ...

08/15/2021

NEW Blog
The Kalimba is an instrument that has for a long time not been recognized by mainstream music, but it’s one that’s gaining popularity for its unique sound and simplicity to play. Read on..

https://ashthorpe.com/blogs/ashthorpe-musical-instruments-learning-center/The-History-of-the-Kalimba

08/08/2021

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠!

You may think you are too old to learn, or that you will not be able to memorize the chords, or that you do not have the time. Worry not! If you are truly interested in chasing a passion for this instrument, we have got plenty of tips to help you get started with your musical journey. Read on

https://ashthorpe.com/blogs/ashthorpe-musical-instruments-learning-center/Tips-for-Learning-the-Guitar-as-An-Adult

07/30/2021

🎶𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞?⁣
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If your looking to add some music to your life, we gotcha! We have the tools you need to get started. ⁣
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Also make sure check out our blog and subscribe to our YouTube channel for upcoming tutorials and insight on our products and musical insight. ⁣
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07/27/2021

𝐀𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜-𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫⁣
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Guitar a made for beginners and pros! All you need is to tune it up and start experiencing its full and warm tones. ⁣
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07/24/2021

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠!

Who does not love the sound of a gentle ukulele, or enjoy jamming to a rocking guitar solo? Both instruments are a wonderful source of music and have produced countless classics that we all love, but for many people unfamiliar with these instruments there may appear at first glance to be little that separates them. Read more!

Who does not love the sound of a gentle ukulele, or enjoy jamming to a rocking guitar solo? Both instruments are a wonderful source of music and have produced countless classics that we all love, but for many people unfamiliar with these instruments there may appear at first glance to be little that...

07/22/2021

Whether playing soft or loud, strumming or flatpicking, this Thinline Cutaway Electric-Acoustic Guitar from Ashthorpe will remain responsive and retains its tonal integrity. With everything included to get started, all you need to do is tune up the guitar and start experiencing its full and warm tones.

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07/16/2021

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠!

Today, we’re breaking down the insurmountable-seeming wall between us and understanding one of the oldest instrument groups in the world – String Instruments

It’s the childhood dream of every person, that first time you see a guitar in real life and hear the wonderful melodies that echo forth from that gorgeous, timeless instrument: the dream of being a rock star. From there, it’s constant air guitar sessions when your favorite song comes on, and fev...

07/15/2021

Meet the 5-Piece Full-Size Adult Drum Set from Ashthorpe. This complete drum set is ideal for all adult musicians, beginner to advanced, and provided everything needed for playing and perfecting the practice.

-**OPEN FOR MORE INFO**.....Meet the 5-Piece Full-Size Adult Drum Set from Ashthorpe. This complete drum set is ideal for all adult musicians, beginner to ad...

07/09/2021

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠!

Learning the drums doesn’t have to be seen as impairing kids’ ability to learn in school, quite the opposite it would seem! Read More!

I have a confession to make: it was always my dream, when I was younger, to learn how to play the drums. I never quite managed to take that first step, and while I did end up learning how to play the trombone and was quite happy to do so for many years, it’s always been a sore spot that the drums ...

07/02/2021

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠!

When we talk about music, it’s hard not to think of its history. We can all appreciate the contributions of great artists like Johnny Cash, Jon Lennon, Jimi Hendrix, or David Bowie, but the full history of music and musical instruments themselves is something that often goes unmentioned when we talk about having a love of music. In fact, for many people, the history of musical instruments is something of a mystery, and we may find ourselves asking, ‘what was the first musical instrument’? Today, we are taking a dive into the ancient side of musical history, the first song, and the earliest musical notation.

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When we talk about music, it’s hard not to think of its history. We can all appreciate the contributions of great artists like Johnny Cash, Jon Lennon, Jimi Hendrix, or David Bowie, but the full history of music and musical instruments themselves is something that often goes unmentioned when we ta...