In the study notes for the transcription of “Egg Tooth” that we have published, I presented a chronology of the evolution of the form and, in the case of “Egg Tooth,” it is a long and winding road. The transcription itself represents how Kottke was performing “Egg Tooth” in the late … [Read more...] about “Egg Tooth” introduction from Leo Kottke/My Feet Are Smiling
Pre-release of “Back from the Brink” from Billy McLaughlin’s Upcoming Recording Lost Souls
For more information visit billymclaughlin.com. … [Read more...] about Pre-release of “Back from the Brink” from Billy McLaughlin’s Upcoming Recording Lost Souls
Michael Hedges/Rhythm, Sonority, Silence reissue
Michael Hedges/Rhythm, Sonority, Silence reissue Michael Hedges/Rhythm, Sonority, Silence was originally released in 1995 and, given the enduring influence of Michael Hedges’ music, Stropes Editions, Ltd. is pleased to announce the reissue of this groundbreaking volume. The acclaim it … [Read more...] about Michael Hedges/Rhythm, Sonority, Silence reissue
Digital Downloads Now Available for All Individual Transcriptions
In addition to digital downloads, high-quality print editions—printed at 1,200 dpi, on 28 lb acid-free paper, and presented in a foil-stamped folio cover—will continue to be available by mail. https://www.stropes.com/leo-kottke/ … [Read more...] about Digital Downloads Now Available for All Individual Transcriptions
Two-Hands-on-the-Fingerboard Arrangement of the Bridge Section for “Helms Place”
Billy McLaughlin's two-hands-on-the-fingerboard arrangement of the bridge section for "Helms Place" is now available as a free download. See the first system below, and download the full transcription of the bridge at the bottom of the page. … [Read more...] about Two-Hands-on-the-Fingerboard Arrangement of the Bridge Section for “Helms Place”