By Ben Olson Reader Staff The main stage at the Festival at Sandpoint has hosted a who’s who of internationally acclaimed performers in its 38-year tenure. But, from time to time, the Festival is...
By Ben Olson Reader Staff After taking last year off due to COVID-19, the Festival at Sandpoint on May 3 announced its first performances for the 2021 concert series. St. Paul & the Broken...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff Luckily for aspiring cellists of the Idaho Panhandle, Suzuki String Academy is now home to Bianca d’Avila do Prado — originally of Brazil, but who moved to the U.S....
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff For Joel Shoemaker, the combination of his two passions — woodworking and playing music — seemed a natural fit: building guitars. Shoemaker delved into luthiery as a hobbyist nearly...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff When John Firshi performs, a conversation takes place. It’s happening between Firshi and his guitar — the rise and the fall of notes bringing to life the experiences of...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff The online music retail industry is seeing a surge in sales, thanks in large part to the abundance of free time many are experiencing amid the novel coronavirus pandemic. ...
By Zach Hagadone Reader Staff It’s one thing to admire the musical oeuvre and sartorial style of iconic pop-rocker Prince, and another thing entirely to imitate him. Many have tried, and the sonic graveyard...
By Ben Olson Reader Staff If you’ve read the headline and thought, “Duh, you just listen to it, bro,” you’re missing the point. Furthermore, this article is probably going to be particularly beneficial to...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff When it comes to the Wildcrafters, the band’s name couldn’t be more accurate. Hilary Petterson and her sister Chloey Davis crossed paths with future bandmate Josh Walters thanks to...
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Have you always wanted to transport back in time to see the Talking Heads perform live in their heyday? You’re in luck, friends. Portland-based band Life During Wartime, known...
