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Drake was born in Iowa on December 3, 1964. She began playing the guitar at the age of 4 and performed Old-time music, Bluegrass music , and Celtic music throughout her formative years, finally recording her first CD of original music in 1994. She has released 14 additional recordings since that time, along with music for public television and independent films.

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Album Review: Jane Miller - "Three Sides to a Story"

Miller ably composes her way through a spectrum of styles, including traditional-sounding jazz, peaceful folk, and quirky blues.

Gayla Drake

Jun 20, 2013

Gear

Builder Profile: John Monteleone

From his days being mentored by legendary luthiers Jimmy D’Aquisto and Mario Maccaferri to the unsurpassed honor of having his instruments displayed at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, Monteleone has proven himself one of the most gifted and original archtop builders in the world.

Gayla Drake

Nov 05, 2012

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Walden G700CE Acoustic Guitar Review

Walden''s G700ce Grand Auditorium from their Natura line is comfortable, playable, attractive, and stage-ready with B-Band electronics, all for about $650.

Gayla Drake

Aug 10, 2012

Artists

Down-Home DVDs to Beat the Heat

We take a look at three summertime instructional releases that are sure to inspire you to pick up that guitar and do a little pickin’.

Gayla Drake

Jul 24, 2012

DIY

Can’t Find a Gig? Make One

Opportunities are everywhere for enterprising, creative performers who are not afraid to make something happen.

Gayla Drake

Jun 18, 2012

Gigging Advice

Acoustic Amplification: The Newbie's Guide

Get the lowdown on what you need to properly outfit your flattop for use at a coffeehouse, church, club, or concert hall.

Gayla Drake

Jun 08, 2012

Reviews

Album Review: Rory Block - "I Belong to the Band: A Tribute to Rev. Gary Davis"

I Belong to the Band is the fourth CD in Rory Block’s “Mentor Series” of recordings, in which she pays tribute to great blues guitarists that she studied in her youth.

Gayla Drake

Jun 08, 2012

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Breedlove Voice Revival OM/SMe Acoustic Guitar Review

This take on a more traditional design features L.R. Baggs'' Anthem Tru-Voice pickup for authentic plugged-in sounds.

Gayla Drake

Apr 24, 2012

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