It is our country’s 250th anniversary; and I’m interesting in learning what music was played 250 years ago during the Revolutionary War Era. While searching
Yankee Doodle – A Patriotic Tune for Dulcimer
With the 250th anniversary of our country approaching in July, it is fitting to learn some Revolutionary War tunes on the dulcimer. However, many of
Tips for Beginners: Learning the Fretboard
Interested folk are often enticed to learn to play the dulcimer with the advice that, “If you can count to ten, then you can play
Worried Man Blues for Banjo-Dulcimer
I am enjoying my newest favorite dulcimer — a hybrid banjo-dulcimer — which I purchased last summer. This musical instrument has the round head of
Irish Tune for the Dulcimer — I’ll Tell Me Ma
With St. Patrick’s Day rapidly approaching, it’s time to feature an Irish tune. Over many years of playing the dulcimer, I’ve grown to appreciate and
A Riff on Itsy Bitsy Spider in Aeolian Mode
Now, here’s a children’s song reimagined in a unique fashion. While scrolling through my Facebook feed late one night, a particular reel caught my attention.
Dulcimer Jambalaya 