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@homer-ross
• 5 days ago
• comments: 11
Posted a new Comment on "La pluie de Najeanne", Cristian Huet at home:
Posted a new Comment on "La pluie de Najeanne", Cristian Huet at home:
"Awesomely beautiful tune and played by a master. Thanks for sharing."
@homer-ross
• 5 days ago
• comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on Whereso Thou Walkest:
Posted a new Comment on Whereso Thou Walkest:
"Very nice. Thank you for sharing."
@homer-ross
• 6 days ago
• comments: 1
Liked a youtube item created by @noah-cline: Amazing Grace on Mountain Dulcimer
Liked a youtube item created by @noah-cline: Amazing Grace on Mountain Dulcimer
@homer-ross
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 7
Created a new Group discussion "Open Tuning":
Created a new Group discussion "Open Tuning":
"I think open tuning is a tuning were you play a cord without fretting. Not sure about that and not sure if it goes deeper than that. Please help clear this..."
The Music Theory Corner
The Music Theory Corner
@homer-ross
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Overwintering :
Posted a new Comment on Overwintering :
"Very enjoyable. Have you used this tuning before?"
@homer-ross
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on "LA LAVANDERA" on Dulcimer:
Posted a new Comment on "LA LAVANDERA" on Dulcimer:
"Well played enjoyable tune. I need to learn this tune. Thanks for sharing."
@homer-ross
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 6
Liked a music item created by @robin-thompson: A Skift of Snow
Liked a music item created by @robin-thompson: A Skift of Snow
@homer-ross
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 26
Posted a new Comment on In the Shaking Mist:
Posted a new Comment on In the Shaking Mist:
"My bad it does have a shaker vibe. Gourd has an outstanding Celtic series also featuring William Coulter and Barry Phillips. "
@homer-ross
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 26
Posted a new Comment on In the Shaking Mist:
Posted a new Comment on In the Shaking Mist:
"Outstanding. Really enjoyed listening to this Shaker tune."
@homer-ross
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Willafjord Reel (Milford Blevins 8-String Dulcimer):
Posted a new Comment on Willafjord Reel (Milford Blevins 8-String Dulcimer):
"Very enjoyable presentation...both video and music wise. I recommend everyone take a look and listen."
@homer-ross
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on December: Deer and the Moon:
Posted a new Comment on December: Deer and the Moon:
"Beautifully peaceful. We all need more like this...thanks for sharing."
@homer-ross
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Eventide:
Posted a new Comment on Eventide:
"Good playing of a great hymn. Thanks for sharing."
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 4
Liked a youtube item created by @masaki: "Whiskey Before Breakfast" on Mountain Dulcimer
Liked a youtube item created by @masaki: "Whiskey Before Breakfast" on Mountain Dulcimer
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 7
Liked a youtube item created by @steve-c: Fanny Power by O'Carolan
Liked a youtube item created by @steve-c: Fanny Power by O'Carolan
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Planxty Seymour Cleland:
Posted a new Comment on Planxty Seymour Cleland:
"Awesome well played tune."
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on After the Flood:
Posted a new Comment on After the Flood:
"Thank you guys for sharing. Special as all ways. "
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
"Beautiful played...such a peaceful tune. I love it! Thank you for sharing."
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 15
Liked a youtube item created by @guy-babusek: Sean O'Dwyer of the Glen - Two Mountain Dulcimers (Celtic)
Liked a youtube item created by @guy-babusek: Sean O'Dwyer of the Glen - Two Mountain Dulcimers (Celtic)
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 22
Liked a youtube item created by @guy-babusek: The Blackthorn (An Droighneán Donn) -- Fingerpicked Mountain Dulcimer
Liked a youtube item created by @guy-babusek: The Blackthorn (An Droighneán Donn) -- Fingerpicked Mountain Dulcimer
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 2
Liked a youtube item created by @barnjam: Click Old Hen (AAC Dulcimer Tuning)
Liked a youtube item created by @barnjam: Click Old Hen (AAC Dulcimer Tuning)
@homer-ross
• one month ago
• comments: 4
Liked a youtube item created by @barnjam: Willafjord Reel (Milford Blevins 8-String Dulcimer)
Liked a youtube item created by @barnjam: Willafjord Reel (Milford Blevins 8-String Dulcimer)
@homer-ross
• 2 months ago
• comments: 8
Posted a new Comment on Isabella:
Posted a new Comment on Isabella:
"Great playing of a special tune."
@homer-ross
• 2 months ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Carol Hatfield:
Posted a new Comment on Carol Hatfield:
"Enjoyed your tune and the description caused me to reflect on my childhood. Great memories...thank you!"
@homer-ross
• 3 months ago
• comments: 10
Liked a group discussions item created by @david-bennett: Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: September
Liked a group discussions item created by @david-bennett: Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: September
@homer-ross
• 3 months ago
• comments: 7
Liked a youtube item created by @masaki: Children’s Songs Medley (4 tunes)
Liked a youtube item created by @masaki: Children’s Songs Medley (4 tunes)
Latest Group Discussions
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Open Tuning
I think open tuning is a tuning were you play a cord without fretting....
@Homer Ross 2 weeks ago - Comments: 7
Microtonal Fretboard
Found this the other day and I thought I would share. Thoughts about...
@Homer Ross 3 months ago - Comments: 2
Snuffy Smith
Does anyone know if a dulcimer made an appearance in the Snuffy Smith...
@Homer Ross last year - Comments: 2
History of Women Players
I once read that 80 to 90 percent of Holly Tannen students were women....
@Homer Ross last year - Comments: 21
What Ever Happened to Randy Wilkinson
I have Randy Wilkinson's book and recording. I've heard others reference...
@Homer Ross last year - Comments: 3
Spelling?
I'm working on Suo Gan a Welsh Lullaby. Wondering if the correct...
@Homer Ross last year - Comments: 5
History of Tunes
In researching the orgin/history of tunes can someone direct me to a...
@Homer Ross last year - Comments: 4
Fan Frets
Has anybody built or seen a dulcimer with fan frets? If so what our...
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 9
The Appalachian Way
The Appalachian Way radio program is available at:...
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 1
Japanese Saws
I have never used a Japanese saw but have been interested in trying one...
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 5
Fret Saw Sharpening
Has anyone tried to sharpen a fret saw? If so how did it go? Thanks for...
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 6
Luthiers Mercantile
Just noticed an email from Luthiers Mercantile saying they were closing...
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 13
What is a Slip Jig?
What is a Slip Jig and how does it differ from a Jig?
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 4
Prichard Dulcimer
Wondering if all of Prichard dulcimers were painted.
@Homer Ross 2 years ago - Comments: 3
Playing at Infusion Center
All types of infusion centers have patients who are joyful, sad,...
@Homer Ross 3 years ago - Comments: 1
Comments
08/19/25 05:08:04PM @shopdad:
Hello Homer, I'm sort of new to this site and just happen to see your comments about the Japanese saw. I have two of them. One is about 50 years old and like most of us old folks, it's missing some teeth. I purchased a new one last year and thought it would be about the correct thickness for fret slots. I find it just a tad bit wide and difficult to control. I found the regular miter box works well but the saw is still two wide. The frets don't "hug" the wood like I want it to. I went to work on it and designed my own fret saw using a hack saw blade. All hacks saw blades are not alike. I found the 24TPI works best with the 12 inch blade. The miter box keeps these old hands from squirming around and making crooked cuts. So far it has proven itself well and cut many fret slots.
06/27/22 03:10:58PM @richard-streib:
Welcome Homer Ross to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer from a fellow North Carolinian. Glad you joined. This is a wonderful place to learn, to meet a lot of nice dulcimer people and to share our affection for the mountain dulcimer and her sweet song.
06/27/22 02:30:18PM @benjamin-w-barr-jr:
Hi Homer, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the dulcimer, and to meet some good people.
Ben
06/26/22 05:14:02PM @ken-longfield:
Welcome to FOTMD, Homer. It is good to have you aboard. I look forward to your participation in these discussions.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."
