Thomas Walker
Thomas grew up on the folk and roots music of the North East, where the tradition of Northumbrian tunes runs deep, and has been playing and writing about acoustic music for most of his life. He's drawn to instruments with history and craft. He covers folk, acoustic and traditional music.
Melodica Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The melodica looks like a toy, but there's more going on inside it than most people realise. Here's what it is, how it works, and how its types differ.
The Best Melodicas for the Money
There's no single best melodica — only the best one for your category. Here's how the field breaks down by classroom, studio, tone and skill level.
Cor Anglais Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The cor anglais is one of the orchestra's most instantly recognisable voices, and one of its most misunderstood names. Here is what it actually is, and how it works.
Ukulele Tuning for Guitar Players
Standard ukulele tuning is G, C, E, A, and every one of those notes can be found on a guitar. A practical guide to getting a ukulele in tune and keeping it there.
