Fingerpicking on the dulcimer to accompany someone who is singing is a beautiful way to play the mountain duclimer. This style of playing is quieter
Category: Tunes and Techniques
Miss McLeod’s Reel — Easy Version
I love this catchy reel which is said to have originated in Scotland in the 1700s. The tune is also played extensively in Ireland as
Homage to Summertime Tomatoes plus Hammer-on’s, Pull-off’s and Slides
Today I am playing a tune which is a tribute to summertime tomatoes, “Lauda di Pomodoro.” I was intrigued that anyone would write a song
Cold Frosty Morn in A Minor for Dulcimer
“Cold Frosty Morn” is another haunting Irish, modal tune which is played in the Key of A Dorian, a minor key. Last month, I re-tuned
The Congress Reel
Spring is here with a freshness in the air. All the world is turning green. It’s time to learn some new dulcimer music. I enjoy
Zum Gali Gali – Israeli Folk Song & Round
Here I go sorting through stacks of music again. This time I ran across the Israeli folk song, “Zum Gali Gali.” When played as a
Dulcimer Jambalaya 