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How bass is the foundation music is built on

Bass players (and low brass/woodwind players) are often the butt of jokes from their “lead” counterparts. The importance ... Read more

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ELHS band member headed to DCI

East Limestone High School junior Donovan Butler, 17, is heading to the “Marching Music’s Major League” as he ... Read more

Lifestyles

Is the piano out of tune with the modern American home?

The piano was once the centerpiece of the American home and a source of conversation and entertainment for ... Read more

Lifestyles

From 31 Blue Spot to Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge

Tom McClung has gigged professionally since he was 15-years-old when he played at the 31 Blue Spot in ... Read more

Lifestyles

ARTIST ANGLE: The truth behind factory-made guitars

While it may be tempting to spend $1,000 or more on a guitar that looks and sounds great ... Read more

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#9 story of the year: The Man: Athens man performs with The Killers

With one deep breath, Athens native Michael Phraner lived out his rock and roll fairytale when he was ... Read more

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2022-2023 County Honor Band list

The Honor Band list for Limestone County Schools has been announced. The following lists all members who made ... Read more

Lifestyles

The history of DIY instruments

While enslaved Africans could not bring their possessions with them when they were forcefully brought to the Americas, ... Read more

Lifestyles

Drummer Jake Hodges a valued asset of the AHS marching band

For decades, the Athens High School Marching Band has been entertaining and energizing crowds under the bright Friday ... Read more

Lifestyles

Choosing your first banjo

The banjo was popularized by the likes of Earl Scruggs, Charlie Poole, Snuffy Jenkins, and other banjo revolutionaries ... Read more