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Introduction to A Shakespeare Songbook

by Melody Packard | Dec 12, 2025

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Last chance to join SaSa for this amazing performa

Last chance to join SaSa for this amazing performance! Check it out if you’re near the North Carolina Museum!

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We would like to remind everyone that we have local event meetups (chapters) happening across different states! If you are a new lute player or even play a different instrument and are interested in joining we hope this post inspires you to either join a chapter or create your own.

Figured Bass Workshop for Players of Modern Instruments (hosted in March 2026.)

In honor of Early Music Month 2026, the New York Chapter of the Lute Society of America hosted a one day workshop teaching Figured Bass for Modern Instrumentalists. This collaborative effort with Baroque Opera Workshop at Queens College allowed guitars, ukuleles, and cellos to play alongside period instruments from the same notation.

Most of the participants were already familiar with modern musical shorthands, such as lead sheets and chord charts, but were surprisingly curious about the history of how those shorthands came to be.

To join a local chapter, follow the link below to our website to get in touch with the chapter leader. If you are on Instagram, you can find the link in our bio.

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We're seeking your thoughts!

Survey for recently-joined members of the LSA

As part of our ongoing efforts to better serve our membership and promote the lute, the Lute Society of America would love to hear why you joined. If you joined the Lute Society of America in the last 5 years (from 2021 onwards), could you please take a few minutes and answer some questions about why you joined? This form should take no more than 3 minutes and is completely anonymous.

Requested response deadline: September 7, 2026

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Hideki Yamaya Technique Workshop, Masterclass, and

Hideki Yamaya Technique Workshop, Masterclass, and Concert

On 1 August 2026, Hideki Yamaya held a technique workshop and masterclass for three local lutenists at the home of Lyn Abissi in Quincy, MA. Brian Bartling, Chris Stetson, and Lyn Abissi took part in the technique portion of the day. Brian and Chris both played pieces and received very helpful individual coaching. At the end of the day, Hideki also presented a one-hour concert of music by John Dowland. Twelve people attended and very much enjoyed the music.

If you are interested in joining or creating a local chapter in your region, you can see details and contact information on the LSA website; find the link in our bio if you are on Instagram!

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