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Free sheet music?
Apologies if this has been asked before. Are there any sites I can download free sheet music?
Yashica MP3 player
We bought a Yashica MP3 player in Tenerife. It links to my PC but not my Mac and I cannot download music to it. Have we been conned or am I missing doing something on my PC?
Free download: Stacey Kent (Jazz FM)
Not my sort of thing but may interest someone: http://www.tlkn.co/jazzfm/stacey-kent/ Note: "By submitting your details, you agree to Jazz FM and Parlophone Records emailing you periodically."
Help with lyrics from a song-title needed
Sorry if this is in the wrong bit of Martin's forum (as I've always called it) but I don't know where else to ask. I was part of a little kid's dance performance about 35 years ago and the song had the words "he grabbed the urchin by the scruff of his neck pointing out", there ........ And that is all I can remember - and…
Earphones for keyboard
Where would I get earphones for an Acoustic Solutions keyboard? I got it in Argos but there were none in the box. The receipt vanished before I got home. I had earphones that fit into a computer but they didn't fit the keyboard.
USA format
I have my own Audio Tapes, I paid to have them processed while living in USA to American format. I would like to change the format too UK then produce CD's with them. Anyone know where I can find the person/company that can so this?
Piano
Hello I want to buy a standard in tune upright acoustic piano I know the electronic weighted key Yamaha ones (plus expensive) are liked and highly rated by many plus not needing re-tuning etc. but preferably I know in my heart I want an old fashion one. New or second hand does not matter as long as it in-tune and in a…
The Fall : Peel Sessions Downloads
From Amazon UK "The Fall : Complete Peel Sessions" £2.99 for equivalent of 6CDs of music - has got to be worth a purchase if you have any interest at all in Mark E Smith. http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Complete-Peel-Sessions-1978-2004/dp/B00DX7Z3N6/ref=zg_3 And after recent Amazon mp3 promotion , I used a £2 credit to get…
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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