Musical Instruments

Germany's seasonal glow

2002-12-22 00:00:00

All I ever want for Christmas is a flash of that intense openhearted joy that sometimes comes during the holidays. But the Christmas spirit is elusive. To catch it, you have to be in the right place at the right time. So this year I went river cruising in...

Franchot's wrong chord

2011-11-17 13:03:00

If nothing else, state Comptroller Peter Franchot's objection to Bowie State University's purchase of 32 new Steinway pianos for the $79 million new performing arts center it will open next year shows the state's top financial watchdog has a tin ear for...

For Franchot, purchase of 32 Steinway pianos strikes sour note

2011-11-16 14:37:00

An otherwise harmonious Board of Public Works meeting hit a dissonant note Wednesday when Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot objected to a $553,264 purchase of 32 Steinway-designed pianos for a performing arts center scheduled to open next year at...

4 guitar-buying tips for beginners

2011-05-27 16:22:32

District equipment to be auctioned off

2010-05-21 00:00:00

GLENDALE — School district officials aren't calling it a fire sale, but the Board of Education on Tuesday voted to auction off used exercise equipment. Any revenue will go directly into the general fund, where officials project an $18.5-million...

The Fabulous Stuff Lost on NYC Subways is for Sale

2010-05-11 15:56:00

Looking for a steal or just a deal on musical instruments, DVD players, bikes, golf clubs, jewelry, and even a popcorn maker? The Metropolitan Transit Authority is cleaning out its fabulous lost and found closet, offering unclaimed property to the highest...

How to get best deals at pawn shops

2009-02-27 00:00:00

Unfortunately, there's not a lot of advice out there on how to get the best deals when selling your jewelry and other valuables at a pawn shop. There probably will be soon: Pawn shop owners say their stores are filling up with items they don't usually see...

Buying used can give budget a break

2007-04-29 00:00:00

Buying used merchandise is a topic that can prompt strong opinions. That's because buying secondhand items can turn out to be a good deal or a bad one. But being smart about buying previously owned items can be a key to getting and keeping your financial...

J-Roddy Walston and the Business

2006-10-12 00:00:00

Hometown: Baltimore Current members: Steve Colmus, drums; J-Roddy Walston, piano, guitars and vocals; Zack Westphal, bass and vocals; Billy Gordon, guitar and vocals Founded in: 2001 Style: rock Influenced by: Mungo Jerry, the Band, Jerry Lee Lewis,...

Sweet shops satisfy your sweet tooth

2008-08-14 00:00:00

Remember the days of the corner bakery where you could get sweet rolls, Danish and butter biscuits made that day? Those days still exist if you check out some of the new and existing sweet shops in Hampton Roads. BREAD GARDEN Village Square Shopping...

Hip hot spots mix into history-rich Georgetown area

2003-08-21 00:00:00

Part 1 of a three-part series. GEORGETOWN - Who says a community steeped in 250 years of American history can't maintain that certain hip factor? Sure, Georgetown has lovely historic homes, legendary institutions and enough political lore to fill the...

A sad note on Belair Road

2000-06-02 00:00:00

After nearly a quarter-century, they're about to sell the last pick and play the final lick at Baltimore Bluegrass. The Northeast Baltimore acoustic music store -- which has provided instruments, accessories, sage advice and weekly jam sessions for a...

Consider buying if ... - Your child has played and enjoyed the same instrument for a while.

2004-12-17 00:00:00