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Arkansas Dust April 28, 2020 By Michael Pope I wrote this song years and years ago with the idea of doing a work song. Also at the time, I knew someone from Arkansas. It’s always strange to me the way I choose to decide to write a song. I hope you enjoy this peace. Stay…

Practicing Precision for the Piano May 11, 2015 by Michael Pope The technique performed by my student Sam is a technique that I teach to all of my students. It assists them to predict clearly when every notes is to be played. It is an aural indicator that is as clear for the student as…

Mountain Dulcimer: Partial Song List for DAC Tuning September 15, 2016 by Michael Pope I have arranged a number of songs for the Mountain Dulcimer in DAC tuning. This is one of my favorite tunings and allows song arrangements that are minor or dorian in mode. The current volume includes 25+ arrangements. Shady Grove I…

A Wonderful Holiday Gift December 7, 2015 by Michael Pope For this Christmas and Holiday season, J Michael Pope and Beautiful Music Studios is offering a discount on music lessons for new students. When you purchase 5 half hour lessons, you will only pay for 4. That’s Right. Instead of $150 dollars, the gift certificate…

Matilda and Charlie May 7, 2020 By Michael Pope This was first recorded by Hugh’s and Mikel, probably back in the late 80s. It encourages All of us to find that song that lets dance on the outside or inside. Share with others:

Dublin Sabbatical December 3, 2015 by Michael Pope It isn’t everyday that you can take time away to see the world.  I took a small sabbatical to Dublin Ireland, and it was beautiful and a learning experience. This is one of the remaining chapels it is still standing. Most of the chapels were destroyed by…