I betcha IanB didn't put the 'a' in 'macash' when he searched for ya. Anyway, y'all listen to ol' derrymacash about mandolin advice. I've heard the boy play, and he's a ringtail-tooter on the mando! (He also has the voice of an angel, but that's another thread . . .)

The Mandocafe is an excellent place for beginners on the mandolin (I know, 'cuz I am one!). Great good luck to you, Brigid!

-- Áine