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Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer is the most extensive site for Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer players and builders on the internet. Welcome!
Join in Groups and Forum discussions that interest you, connect with new music friends. Share photos, music clips, and videos, explore resources for buying instruments, music, and learning materials. Ask your beginner player questions and learn to play your favorite tunes! All who love the Appalachian dulcimer are welcome here no matter what your style, skill level, or musical tastes. Become a member of Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer (FOTMD) community -it's friendly, and totally FREE!
After joining, please read the Site Rules before posting. You'll find your very own Member Profile Page by clicking on your name link at the top of any page.. and you'll be able to join in the fun. Click on different areas and links to get familiar with where things are. Questions about using the site?- ask them HERE . Don't be shy- you've come to exactly the right place to receive or give free help and encouragement in playing music. Here on FOTMD we all learn from each other, as friends. Join our 'block party'! -Strumelia
Latest Activity
@belinda
• 3 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
"Thanks so much, @dusty-turtle ! I really love my Flatwater! "
@dan
• 8 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
"Warren makes fine instruments, chorded or noted. Yes his scale is proprietary as is most modern makers but I've heard many of his pieces over the years and..."
@dusty-turtle
• 11 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
"I've heard some professional players suggest that maple instruments have more sustain than other common woods. I can't vouch for that myself. To be honest,..."
@robin-thompson
• 11 hours ago
• comments: 0
Created a new Group discussion "D. Schnaufer finger picking an old TMB":
Created a new Group discussion "D. Schnaufer finger picking an old TMB":
"This video is from George Pickow's channel on YouTube. "
Box Dulcimers
Box Dulcimers
@bing-futch
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a new YouTube video:
Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 533
Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 533
@bing-futch
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a new YouTube video:
Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 532
Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 532
@bing-futch
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a new YouTube video:
Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 531
Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 531
@jdh54
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
"Thanks to @strumelia and @John-Gribble for getting this to a better forum and specific comment on scale!"
@strumelia
• 15 hours ago
• comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @jdh54: Warren May Maple Dulcimer
Liked a forum discussions item created by @jdh54: Warren May Maple Dulcimer
@strumelia
• 15 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
Posted a response to "Warren May Maple Dulcimer":
"Hi- I transferred this discussion to our forum about specific luthiers and instruments, since it's not really a discussion about beginning to play...."
@pete-babacheck
• yesterday
• comments: 4
Liked a group discussions item created by @connorc: How thick are a nickel and a dime? Action height question.
Liked a group discussions item created by @connorc: How thick are a nickel and a dime? Action height question.
@richard-streib
• yesterday
• comments: 70
Posted a new Comment on Beginner players:
Posted a new Comment on Beginner players:
"I have a Warren May built in mid to late 90's as best I have been able to determine. There is no date on my label.I have enjoyed mine with it tuned Gdd for..."
@dusty-turtle
• yesterday
• comments: 13
Posted a new Comment on Berkeley Dulcimer Gathering (ONLINE!):
Posted a new Comment on Berkeley Dulcimer Gathering (ONLINE!):
"The early bird price for the Berkeley Dulcimer Gathering expires on the 24th, so what are you waiting for? Instruction on both MD and HD, a big jam..."
@jdh54
• yesterday
• comments: 70
Posted a new Comment on Beginner players:
Posted a new Comment on Beginner players:
"Hello All: I am giving some considertion about a Warren May built in approx. 1996. Appears to be (and seller info says) curly maple top and back. Will..."
@wendell-g
• yesterday
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
"Hi Lynn,
Dusty is right, you can’t specify the woods and while there are some visual differences (check out the Facebook page for The Dulcimer Shoppe) that..."
@hobbyhorse
• yesterday
• comments: 2
Liked a soundcloud item created by @bing-futch: The Girl and the Book
Liked a soundcloud item created by @bing-futch: The Girl and the Book
@adkzookeeper
• yesterday
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
"Thank you for the detailed feedback, Wendell and Dusty T. They do not have any in stock........they sell out fast! I’m going to call this week and order one...."
@jost
• yesterday
• comments: 3
Liked a group discussions item created by @robin-thompson: Jon Pickow & Joellen Lapidus on Killy Kranky
Liked a group discussions item created by @robin-thompson: Jon Pickow & Joellen Lapidus on Killy Kranky
@dusty-turtle
• yesterday
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
"My understanding is that the Flatwater models are indeed made from fine tonewoods, but you can't specify the wood when you order one. They put the..."
@bing-futch
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Khorovod:
Posted a new Comment on Khorovod:
"Robin Thompson:
The mood this music sets is subdued-- I like it a lot!
Thank you!"
@bing-futch
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on The Girl and the Book:
Posted a new Comment on The Girl and the Book:
"Robin Thompson:
A really dream-like quality to this. As always, well done.
Many thanks, Robin! I rarely re-record my old tunes, but this one..."
@bing-futch
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Undertow:
Posted a new Comment on Undertow:
"Robin Thompson:
Powerful.
Thanks, Robin!"
@wendell-g
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
Posted a response to "New McSpadden Flatwater Dulcimers":
"Hi there, I got one of the very first Flatwater dulcimers that were made for Christmas from my wonderful wife. In fact, I by chance got the one that is..."
@bing-futch
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 530:
Posted a new Comment on Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 530:
"John Astor:
Such great music and so very talented! I play chromatic dulcimer myself and can appreciate your ability and energy. Sending lots of good vibes..."
@robin-thompson
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting:
Posted a new Comment on bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting:
"This pocket cello fits right in! Sounds lovely. "
@john-astor
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 530:
Posted a new Comment on Dulcimerica with Bing Futch - Episode 530:
"Such great music and so very talented! I play chromatic dulcimer myself and can appreciate your ability and energy. Sending lots of good vibes your way...."
@b-ross-ashley
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"Strumelia: Good for you @Dan ! I'm currently working on a very large patent drawing job (that's what I do for a living) that consists of drawing a..."
@lois-sprengnether-keel
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting:
Posted a new Comment on bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting:
"There's always room for cello."
@kusani
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"Dusty, we are in the same situation. We had our first 'in house' company' last night. All had their shots and we had a great time. It is good being able to..."
@robin-thompson
• 2 days ago
• comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Zion Ridge:
Posted a new Comment on Zion Ridge:
"@gordon-hardy, thank you. This Zion Ridge is in rural SE Ohio and it is a pretty area. In one of life's strange coincidences, we found this family..."
@robin-thompson
• 2 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Jean's Black Waters performed at a house concert:
Posted a new Comment on Jean's Black Waters performed at a house concert:
"The version from George Pickow's YouTube channel: "
@luthier65
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "A. W. Jeffreys dulcimer for sale":
Created a new forum topic "A. W. Jeffreys dulcimer for sale":
"AW Jeffreys, jr dulcimer in excellent condition, with interesting home-made case for sale.
$275+shipping"
@dusty-turtle
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"Congratulations to all those folks getting vaccinated. By early May everyone in my household will have gotten their second dose, and my folks are already..."
@jost
• 2 days ago
• comments: 2
Liked a group discussions item created by @robin-thompson: bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting
Liked a group discussions item created by @robin-thompson: bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting
@gordon-hardy
• 2 days ago
• comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Zion Ridge:
Posted a new Comment on Zion Ridge:
"Well done Mark and Robin!!"
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 2
Created a new Group discussion "bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting":
Created a new Group discussion "bowed zither (pocket cello) in 'live' setting":
"This is YT's Master of Drones in a live setting with harp and oboe. Lovely.?fbclid=IwAR1HgCeZEEk6Sjom9ERVpxw1xvbjuOm_GSd1Vrkbi7DxqO2BmKOO1NYBqIs"
Rosin the Bow!
Rosin the Bow!
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Zion Ridge:
Posted a new Comment on Zion Ridge:
"Thanks, @dan!
I saw where you got your second Moderna-- have fun when you get to see your grandkids! "
@acn
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Liked a youtube item created by @mark-gilston: Schottish from Grästorp
Liked a youtube item created by @mark-gilston: Schottish from Grästorp
@strumelia
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"Good for you @Dan !
I'm currently working on a very large patent drawing job (that's what I do for a living) that consists of drawing a million biotech..."
@dan
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @ken-hulme: 2021 Berea Traditional Dulcimore Gathering Details
Liked a forum discussions item created by @ken-hulme: 2021 Berea Traditional Dulcimore Gathering Details
@dan
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"I got my second shot of Moderna today, no side effects on this one or the first......looking forward to seeing the grand babies now!"
@dusty-turtle
• 3 days ago
• comments: 4
Liked a soundcloud item created by @robin-thompson: Zion Ridge
Liked a soundcloud item created by @robin-thompson: Zion Ridge
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Jean's Black Waters performed at a house concert:
Posted a new Comment on Jean's Black Waters performed at a house concert:
"@gordon-hardy My heart is with you. I live in old coal country here in SE Ohio (Jean sang of Perry County KY and I live in Perry County OH) and our waters..."
@gordon-hardy
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Jean's Black Waters performed at a house concert:
Posted a new Comment on Jean's Black Waters performed at a house concert:
"This song is especially poignant to me at this time. In our beautiful province of Alberta, Canada; the present provincial government wants to remove a 40..."
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"@lisavb Yay! Our side effects were minimal after our first Moderna; after the second inoculation we felt badly, beginning about 12 hours after getting the..."
@lisavb
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
Posted a response to "How is the COVID-19 coronavirus affecting you?":
"BF got Pfizer #1 on Tuesday, and I got Pfizer #1 yesterday afternoon. All he got was some local soreness at the vax site for a couple of days. My arm is..."
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New McSpadden Flatwater...
Posted: Monday April 19 2021, 7:31 PM
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By: @Belinda Link
Warren May Maple Dulcimer
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By: @Dan
How is the COVID-19...
Posted: Sunday April 18 2021, 1:17 AM
By: @B. Ross Ashley
By: @B. Ross Ashley
A. W. Jeffreys dulcimer for...
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An Interesting News Story...
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By: @Ken Longfield
2021 Berea Traditional...
Posted: Wednesday April 14 2021, 11:42 AM
By: @Ken Hulme
By: @Ken Hulme
The Positive Thread...
Posted: Tuesday April 13 2021, 7:24 PM
By: @Robin Thompson
By: @Robin Thompson
How Many Dulcimers Do You...
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Mountain Dulcimer...
Posted: Monday April 12 2021, 2:33 PM
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DulciBro Playing Resonator...
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By: @Steve Eulberg
Online Masterclass - 4/30/21
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By: @Bing Futch
For sale: Prichard copy...
Posted: Thursday April 8 2021, 7:59 PM
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By: @Richard Streib
Indoor House Plants
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By: @Strumelia
McSpadden Ginger Like New...
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By: @Jill Geary
How many tunings
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Bonnie Carol
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Lego Microtonal Guitar
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Posted: Tuesday March 30 2021, 7:27 AM
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By: @Strumelia
Show us your sound holes!
Posted: Monday March 29 2021, 8:37 AM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
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Posted: Monday March 29 2021, 6:52 AM
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Posted: Sunday March 28 2021, 1:22 AM
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By: @ocean-daughter
The Drifting Thread...
Posted: Saturday March 27 2021, 5:53 PM
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John Maxwell Dulcimer
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By: @patrick gietzen
Help finding Keith Young...
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Ron Ewing dulcimer thoughts?
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McSpadden v. Folkcraft?
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