Although Christmas is still several months away, it always sneaks up in a hurry. Especially when it comes to Christmas music; by the time I
Fingerpickin’ & Singing with Froggy Went A Courtin’
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
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
Under the Double Eagle
We decided to infuse our dulcimer club’s repertoire with some new tunes for gigs and jams, and started with ones which featured animals in either
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
Dulcimer Jambalaya 