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LA Outback Now Offers Didgeridoo Lessons on SKYPE

Posted on March 30, 2011 under Didgeridoo News with 2 Comments »

We’re always trying to think of new ways to service our customer base here at LA Outback, and one of the things we often get asked by beginners is “Where can I find a didgeridoo instructor near me”? Unfortunately up to this point our list of references beyond our area was pretty limited. Well about a month ago, the light bulb went off and we realized with the technology at our disposal we could link ourselves to those folks and … [ Read the Rest... ]

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Didgeridoo For Sleep Apnea Therapy

Posted on March 25, 2011 under Sleep Apnea with No Comments »

For those looking for an alternate therapy for their sleep apnea woes, why not try a didgeridoo. LA Outback has been in the didgeridoo community for 15 years but hadn’t heard of sleep apnea until the didgeridoo study at the University of Zurich came out in 2006. They made headlines with their therapy, and below are some links to credible resources where you can read about the science behind this fun and affordable practice to help combat obstructive sleep apnea: … [ Read the Rest... ]

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“The Didgeridoo” Instruction DVD by Inlakesh

Posted on March 17, 2011 under Didgeridoo News with No Comments »

LA Outback just received our copies of the newly updated instructional DVD “The Didgeridoo” by Inlakesh. This new version of the popular title now features easy to use chapter markers including helpful topics like; what to look for in a good didgeridoo, how to form a beeswax mouthpiece, how to achieve the basic drone, bird and animal noises, basic and advanced rhythms and of course, circular breathing. It’s a great resource to have for anyone wanting to learn to play … [ Read the Rest... ]

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Help Support Documentary on Djalu on Kickstarter

Posted on March 17, 2011 under Didgeridoo Crafters, Didgeridoo News, Videos with 1 Comment »

Los Angeles based documentary film maker Joshua Bell is raising funds on Kickstarter to help complete his latest project “Why is No One Listening” which focuses on Djalu Gurruwiwi and his community. For those who may not know, Djalu is an Australian Aboriginal elder, leader of the Galpu clan, and world-renowned didjeridu master, as he fights for the future of his family and his community. Alcoholism and drug abuse run rampant, while a ravenous bauxite mining company continues to swallow … [ Read the Rest... ]

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AJ Block Demos Wooden Slide Didgeridoo

Posted on March 15, 2011 under Videos with No Comments »

AJ Block of Didge Project in New York came by LA Outback for a brief visit while he was in town to perform at the Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery in West Hollywood. While he was here we captured a video of him demonstrating his wooden slide didgeridoo by Wood Slide. We had heard of these didgeridoos but never seen one, so it was cool to hear AJ playing one. They really have amazing tonal quality and great note control.

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AJ Block and Will Thoren Concert

Posted on March 9, 2011 under Didge Events USA with No Comments »

Just wanted to post a couple photos we took this past weekend at the Aboriginal Dreamtime Fine Art Gallery in West Hollywood. AJ Block and Will Thoren played didgeridoo solos and duets during a two hour special event on Saturday night. The gallery drew a really nice turn out of didgeridoo enthusiasts and those just curious about the instrument. If you haven’t checked out the gallery and you live in Los Angeles, be sure to stop by and tell them … [ Read the Rest... ]

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Glass didgeridoos by Nicola Mainville

Posted on February 26, 2011 under Didgeridoo Crafters, LAO News with No Comments »

Heads up didgeridoo community! Got some cool news! LA Outback has just posted three incredible didgeridoos by Canadian crafter Nicola Mainville who specializes in hand blown glass instruments. These beauties really have to be seen for those who appreciate truly unique didgeridoos that are also fine pieces of art. We’ve recently become acquainted with Nicola’s beautiful didgeridoo crafting when one of his instruments came to us on consignment and we are very excited to have his work present on our … [ Read the Rest... ]

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Didgeridoo and Sleep Apnea – Alex Suarez Interview part 1

Posted on February 23, 2011 under LAO News, Sleep Apnea with 1 Comment »

Barry Martin interviews Alex Suarez, the founder of Asate, a group in Switzerland which specializes in the medical use of the didgeridoo for sleep apnea therapy. In this first part of the interview done at LA Outback, Alex discusses how he first discovered the didgeridoo and how he applied it to his chronic sleep apnea. His own personal success lead to his connection with the University of Zurich to begin the first clinical trial in 2006 which has been published … [ Read the Rest... ]

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Pledge to help Mark finish his new album “Little Sun”

Posted on February 17, 2011 under LAO News, Videos with No Comments »

Mark is raising funds on Kickstarter.com to help complete his new CD. The new album titled “Little Sun” is a collection of songs inspired by the life of Dingo whom some of you may have met. As you might remember we lost Dingo after he fought a valiant battle with canine lymphoma. Dingo was truly an amazing creature who entered our universe for too short a time, touching all around him in ways I never thought possible. He was a … [ Read the Rest... ]

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5 Day Didgeridoo Masterclass with Ondrej Smeykal

Posted on February 9, 2011 under Didge Events USA with No Comments »

Anybody wanting to take their playing skills to the next level, and learn from one of the world’s foremost didgeridoo players, this April is your chance. Czech didge player Ondrej Smeykal will be holding an intensive five day Didgeridoo Masterclass in Oregon. Below are the details for those interested in participating. Be aware that the event is limited to 15 participants. April 3rd – 8th 2011 The workshop will be held at Breitenbush Hot Springs Resort, a beautiful setting on … [ Read the Rest... ]

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