Bob Reinsel

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Location: Northern VA
Country: US

My Latest Followers:

Homer Ross RD Reinsel Elvensong Don Grundy Laurel K Scott Kevin R. TLKelly dulcinina Charles Thomas Dick Lilly Monica Cat Brown David Pedersen Lexie R Oakley Cynthia Wigington Richard Wojtulewicz Mr. Phil Mcdaniel Lynn austin Stewart McCormick Steve Battarbee James Phillips Gordon Hardy Kevin Messenger Terry Wilson robert schuler Joy W. Jan Potts Brian G. Alan Thompson john p Sam Dusty Turtle Ken Longfield Guy Babusek John Henry Glenda  Hubbard Jim Fawcett Robin Thompson Strumelia

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youtube videos: 9
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audio tracks: 2

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Bob Reinsel
@bob-reinsel • one month ago • comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Shady Grove - demo of my latest build. :
"Strumelia: I notice that this dulcimer has a very long tail section between the bridge and the string endpins. That certainly extends the body and soundbox..."
Bob Reinsel
@bob-reinsel • one month ago • comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Shady Grove - demo of my latest build. :
"This instrument is loosely based on one in the Ralph Lee Smith collection built by William Taft from Independence Virginia (19th Century).  Ralph kindly..."
Bob Reinsel
@bob-reinsel • one month ago • comments: 6
Posted a new YouTube video:
Shady Grove - demo of my latest build.
Bob Reinsel
@bob-reinsel • one month ago • comments: 9
Posted a new Comment on Finger Board Replacement:
"If the fourth fret rings clear, you might try filing it a bit.  I would do this slowly, maybe 5 strokes, then test, then if needed another 5 strokes.  You..."

Latest Group Discussions

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Bob Reinsel

Finished - Walnut and Cedar


Finished today.  Walnut with a cedar top.  27 3/4" VSL.  This one is...
@Bob Reinsel 9 years ago - Comments: 6
Bob Reinsel

Rosin the Beau - Again


I guess everyone plays this at some point, but here is my version....
@Bob Reinsel 9 years ago - Comments: 4

Latest Audio

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Hard Times Come Again No More

Hard Times Come Again No More


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7 years ago - Comments: 10
Red Wing

Red Wing


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8 years ago - Comments: 3

Latest Videos

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What child is this?

What child is this?


@Bob Reinsel
6 years ago - Comments: 9
Thanksgiving Song. Feast well!

Thanksgiving Song. Feast well!


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7 years ago - Comments: 12
Pretty Betty Martin Spoons Demo

Pretty Betty Martin Spoons Demo


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9 years ago - Comments: 13
Shennandoah

Shennandoah


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9 years ago - Comments: 20
Amazing Grace - Jame's Challenge

Amazing Grace - Jame's Challenge


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9 years ago - Comments: 12
I Saw Three Ships

I Saw Three Ships


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10 years ago - Comments: 5
Good King Wenceslas

Good King Wenceslas


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10 years ago - Comments: 7
Lo How a Rose ere Blooming

Lo How a Rose ere Blooming


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10 years ago - Comments: 9

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Latest Forum Discussions

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A stolen Rolling Stones dulcimer

Posted: Tuesday January 17 2023, 10:02 PM
By: @jp

Cigar Box Guitar

Posted: Saturday January 2 2021, 7:32 AM
By: @Jim Fawcett

Comments

TLKelly
10/30/16 10:16:21AM @tlkelly:

Nice meeting you yesterday at Wartz.  Love your instruments....beautiful craftsmanship!!..Had to leave at lunch and did not get to tell you goodbye.  Hope you had a safe drive home.


MacAodha
11/03/15 04:25:28AM @macaodha:

Bob, The Lilting Banshee is a tune you will have no bother learning.


Lexie R Oakley
08/06/15 02:57:33PM @lexie-r-oakley:

Hi Bob, just wanted to thank you for choosing to join our terrific Moderator Team.

I love our site and all you do for it to help folks learn about our beautiful instruments and what you contribute to keep this a fun safe site.

Hats off to you....Lexiesing


Jim Fawcett
07/17/15 03:06:25PM @jim-fawcett:

Hey Bob, nice job on 900 miles.


Ben Seymour
03/04/15 03:11:50PM @ben-seymour:

Well I build lots of them with the backing of Ralph Lee Smith and Phyllis Gaskins, so I must be doing it right :) Thanks!


john p
02/19/15 05:46:53PM @john-p:

Hi Bob,

Yes, you'll find a download package on the site here. In the Dulcimer makers group I think.

Will poke around and send you the link.


Karen Keane
12/13/14 06:14:55PM @karen-keane:
Hello and welcome to the site. This is a great place to listen to music and share ideas. I hope you enjoy!
Rob N Lackey
12/13/14 05:08:48PM @rob-n-lackey:

Welcome, Bob, to this little corner of dulcimer heaven. Hope you enjoy it here.

Rob


Ken Longfield
12/13/14 01:18:25PM @ken-longfield:

Welcome to FOTMD Bob. It's good to have you aboard.

Ken

"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."


Bob Reinsel
12/13/14 08:49:52AM @bob-reinsel:

Thank-you all for the kind welcome.


John Keane
12/12/14 05:25:02PM @john-keane:

Howdy and welcome to FOTMD!


Jim Fawcett
12/12/14 03:03:56PM @jim-fawcett:

Hey Bob, welcome aboard. Glad ya found us.


Ben Barr Jr
12/12/14 02:16:17PM @benjamin-w-barr-jr:

Hi Bob, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn and exchange ideas about the dulcimer, and to meet some good people.

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