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Author :: Rick Braddy  |
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| Article Title :: Texas Holdem Tournament Poker Strategy - Betting I |
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Texas Holdem Tournament Poker Strategy - Betting Is Communicating
by: Rick Braddy
The "Language" of Poker Bets
We humans are very perceptive creatures. We are able to communicate in many different ways with one another. By saying something, by saying nothing, by shrugging our shoulders, by winking, delaying, etc. These are all forms of communicating.
Do you realize that when you place a poker bet you are actually communicating something to the other players? Understanding what you are communicating with your betting, and understanding what the other players are communicating with their bets is one of the cornerstones of good poker play.
By mastering this form of poker communica (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Duane Shinn |
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| Article Title :: 10 Top Reasons You Should Learn to Play ‘Chord’ Pi |
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10 Top Reasons You Should Learn to Play ‘Chord’ Piano
by: Duane Shinn
There are roughly umpteen zillion reasons why you should learn enough chords to be able to “chord a song” at the piano.
By “chord a song”, I mean the ability to play 3 or 4 chords on the piano in some sort of rhythm while you or someone else sings the tune. To do this, you don’t need to be a Van Cliburn; all you need to do is learn a few basic chords and be able to more back and forth between them in some organized rhythmic pattern.
For example, did you realize that all of these songs (and hundreds more) can be sung or played with just 3 chords?
Auld Lang Syne
Amazing Grace
Kum Ba Ya
Silent Nig (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Duane Shinn |
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| Article Title :: 3 Secrets To Understanding What Music Is Made Of |
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3 Secrets To Understanding What Music Is Made Of
by: Duane Shinn
It’s no secret that virtually everyone loves music in some form or other. After all, it is the universal language, and we all participate in it to some degree from the cradle to the grave. It starts with our Mothers’ lullaby, ends with our funeral song, with a zillion other stops along the way.
But what is music, anyway? What makes it tick? We all love some form of it and dislike other forms of it.
The country-western fan may not like jazz, but he or she sure loves the sound of pickin’ & grinnin’. And the jazz fan feels just the opposite.
And that’s as it should be. If we all liked the same kind of music, th (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: J.L. Siefers |
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| Article Title :: Performing Magic For Kids |
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Performing Magic For Kids
by: J.L. Siefers
You have just discovered the wonderful world of magic. Trip after trip to the magic shop has added to your ever growing arsenal of magic tricks. Thirty-three days later the credit card bills arrive to remind your wife that this IS an expensive hobby.
No problem! You will make back all of the money you've spent and more by becoming a part-time professional magician. Looking around for places to hone your craft, you suddenly remember that you niece has a seventh birthday coming up. You call you sister and offer your services in lieu of a gift.
Two weeks later the performance time arrives. You pack all of your “A” material into two large (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Monica Wogan |
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| Article Title :: Shopping Tips for Collectible Figurines |
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Shopping Tips for Collectible Figurines
by: Monica Wogan
Precious Moments collectible figurines are among the most popular in the world. Doe-eyed boys and girls made in pastel ceramics adorn the shelves, dressers, and display areas of countless homes. There are numerous types and styles of figurines that people can buy to build a personal collection in addition to the dolls and bears that so many shoppers enjoy.
When shopping for your favorites, check to be sure that the item is genuine. Copycat manufacturers abound, much to a shopper's chagrin, so look at the signature label and sales tag to see if you are purchasing the collectible that you're after. If in doubt, ask the sales assoc (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Mantius Cazaubon |
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| Article Title :: Top Six Reasons to Buy a Digital Piano Instead Of |
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Top Six Reasons to Buy a Digital Piano Instead Of an Acoustic
by: Mantius Cazaubon
There are several reasons why piano and keyboard players choose digital pianos over their acoustic counterparts.
Let's talk about some of the main reasons.
1. There is no need for tuning.
Acoustic pianos have to be tuned once or twice a year. However, since the sounds of digital pianos are in digital format, they never go out of tune. Forget about paying a tuner all the time and save.
2. They are portable.
A regular upright piano could weigh over 500 lbs. A grand piano weighs a lot more. Compare this to digital pianos that weigh less than 100 lbs. You could easily carry one under your arm from gig (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Mantius Cazaubon |
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| Article Title :: Tips On Buying Used Pianos |
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Tips On Buying Used Pianos
by: Mantius Cazaubon
It is true that used pianos are sometimes better than new ones. The 1920 were marked by pianos of the highest quality. But a word of caution must be sounded. Before buying a used piano, seek the advice of a professional technician, or buy from a reputable piano dealer. There's often a fine line between a good deal and a piece of junk. Only a tuner-technician is suitably qualified to tell you whether a used piano is worth buying.
Inspect a used piano rigorously. Perhaps much more thoroughly than you would if it were a new piano. Play every key with the right hand pedal depressed so as to get a true impression of the tone. The keyboard, ha (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Mantius Cazaubon |
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| Article Title :: Tips on Buying Guitars |
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Tips on Buying Guitars
by: Mantius Cazaubon
There are so many guitar models on the market today. So many types including electric, acoustic, acoustic electric, nylon string, and steel string guitars. How does one make a selection? Here are a few tips to help you choose one that meets your needs.
1. It depends on how much you can afford.
With such a wealth of guitars available, a working person shouldn't have a problem finding one that fits their budget. But this doesn't mean that you should settle for anything. As the old adage goes, you usually get what you pay for. Usually the more money you invest, the greater the returns. You're going to be spending a lot of time practicing so ch (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Mantius Cazaubon |
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| Article Title :: Piano Care and Maintenance Tips |
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Piano Care and Maintenance Tips
by: Mantius Cazaubon
Care and maintenance of pianos.
Temperature and humidity.
In positioning your piano, you should strive for evenness of humidity and temperature. Since a piano is made mostly of wood, it is greatly affected by seasonal change. If there is lots of variation in humidity and temperature, your piano will easily go out of tune. Humidity fluctuations can also cause cracking of the wooden soundboard and damage to the finish.
For these reasons you should never put a piano next to a frequently opened outside door or in front of a picture window. Never put it near heating ducts, hot air registers, or radiators. Protect the piano against dir (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Mantius Cazaubon |
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| Article Title :: Tips On Buying Keyboards and Digital Pianos |
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Tips On Buying Keyboards and Digital Pianos
by: Mantius Cazaubon
There are so many keyboards and digital pianos on the market today. How does one make a selection? Here are a few tips to help you choose one that meets your needs.
1. How much can you afford?
With such a wealth of keyboards available, a working person shouldn't have a problem finding one that fits their budget. Low priced keyboards are all over. But this doesn't mean that you should settle for anything. As the old adage goes, you usually get what you pay for. Usually the more money you invest, the greater the returns.
2. Do you need weighted action or synth action.
Weighted action means that the keyboard comes with (read full article) |
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