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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 Groups and Forum discussions that interest you, make new music friends. Share photos, music clips, and videos, resources for buying instruments, music, and learning materials. Ask your beginner questions and learn to play! All are welcome here no matter what your playing 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. Click on different links to get familiar with where things are. Questions about using the site?- ask them HERE . 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
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 4 hours ago
• comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @ibsilver:
Posted a new Comment on @ibsilver:
"Hi Silver, I would suggest perhaps taking it to an instrument shop and seeing what could be done. It may be that the strings are the wrong gauge for those..."
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 4 hours ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @deniseelliott:
Posted a new Comment on @deniseelliott:
"Hi Denise, 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,..."
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 4 hours ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @sue:
Posted a new Comment on @sue:
"Hi Sue, 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,..."
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 5 hours ago
• comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on @minimejdh:
Posted a new Comment on @minimejdh:
"Hi Minimejdh, 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..."
@robin-thompson
• 6 hours ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore:
Posted a new Comment on Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore:
"Wow! I know you'll be a great caretaker of this cool dulcimer, David! "
@robin-thompson
• 6 hours ago
• comments: 2
Liked a group discussions item created by @david-bennett: Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore
Liked a group discussions item created by @david-bennett: Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore
@robin-thompson
• 6 hours ago
• comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on Peter’s song :
Posted a new Comment on Peter’s song :
"Lovely play and singing, Jim. "
@todd-metcalf
• 7 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"OOPs-FALSE ALARM.....the contact I received was NOT ABOUT THE 1993 FOLKCRAFT. So please don't bother a response. It was about a different dulcimer that I'm..."
@strumelia
• 7 hours ago
• comments: 2
Liked a group discussions item created by @david-bennett: Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore
Liked a group discussions item created by @david-bennett: Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore
@todd-metcalf
• 7 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Dear Ken, Richard, and Dusty...if you have the time...I inquired into the 1993 Folkcraft dulcimer for sale on the FOTMD for sale site. It was posted some..."
@robin-thompson
• 8 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "A review of my new album":
Posted a response to "A review of my new album":
"Such an insightful review, Alex! The musically curious folks who listen to the recording will be rewarded for doing so. "
@robin-thompson
• 8 hours ago
• comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @alex-lubet: A review of my new album
Liked a forum discussions item created by @alex-lubet: A review of my new album
@alex-lubet
• 12 hours ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "A review of my new album":
Created a new forum topic "A review of my new album":
"Hi All,
I hope you're doing well in all ways.
Here's the latest review of my new album:..."
@sue
• 12 hours ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @sue:
Posted a new Comment on @sue:
"Thank you. I'm just starting out on this journey!"
@ken-longfield
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @sue:
Posted a new Comment on @sue:
"Welcome to FOTMD, Sue. It's good to have you aboard. I look forward to your participation here.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""
@ken-longfield
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore:
Posted a new Comment on Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore:
"Great article and a wonderful gift. Thanks for sharing all that information.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""
@david-bennett
• 15 hours ago
• comments: 2
Created a new Group discussion "Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore":
Created a new Group discussion "Archie Lee and the “1817” Dulcimore":
"Here is my latest dulcimentary:..."
Mountain Dulcimer History & Traditions
Mountain Dulcimer History & Traditions
@todd-metcalf
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Folkcraft dulcimer,1993, pristine condition, new soft case. ":
Posted a response to "Folkcraft dulcimer,1993, pristine condition, new soft case. ":
"gerardo1000:
I am selling a beautiful dulcimer hand made in Connecticut by Folkcraft in 1993, in outstanding pristine condition (please see photos). Scale..."
@todd-metcalf
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Ken Longfield:
Todd, you are receiving good advice. I just want to make a few clarifications regarding David Lynch's student model dulcimer. His original..."
@todd-metcalf
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Richard Streib:
Todd, As to where to look for a dulcimer, shopgoodwill.com sometimes has mountain dulcimers. I think you will do well to take your time and..."
@todd-metcalf
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Dusty Turtle:
Todd, I see you've found the For Sale Forum here. That is a great place to find used instruments, although the usual caveats apply.
The reason..."
@chcknj
• 2 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on 2.Open Night Germany Villingen:
Posted a new Comment on 2.Open Night Germany Villingen:
"Good luck with the event. 🍀"
@beth-t
• 2 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
"olddog75:
Very nice and soft, Beth. And I agree with you about the "unwinding". One of my favorite things to do with my dulcimer is to just let the notes..."
@olddog75
• 2 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
"Very nice and soft, Beth. And I agree with you about the "unwinding". One of my favorite things to do with my dulcimer is to just let the notes come and let..."
@ken-longfield
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Todd, you are receiving good advice. I just want to make a few clarifications regarding David Lynch's student model dulcimer. His original price on this..."
@ken-longfield
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on 2.Open Night Germany Villingen:
Posted a new Comment on 2.Open Night Germany Villingen:
"Best wishes for a great night of folk music Luigi.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on 2.Open Night Germany Villingen:
Posted a new Comment on 2.Open Night Germany Villingen:
"Way cool, Luigi-- I hope y'all have a lovely evening at the folk club! "
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Liked a photos item created by @luigi: open night 2025 plakat
Liked a photos item created by @luigi: open night 2025 plakat
@richard-streib
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Todd, As to where to look for a dulcimer, shopgoodwill.com sometimes has mountain dulcimers. I think you will do well to take your time and find one made by..."
@dusty
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Todd, I see you've found the For Sale Forum here. That is a great place to find used instruments, although the usual caveats apply.
The reason I mentioned..."
@todd-metcalf
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Folkcraft dulcimer,1993, pristine condition, new soft case. ":
Posted a response to "Folkcraft dulcimer,1993, pristine condition, new soft case. ":
"Hi..is this still for sale ? Thanks ! Todd"
@todd-metcalf
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Thanks so much, Richard this is super helpful Any idea where to look for another Lynch, or where to shop besides eBay for a used dulcimer ?
Many thx,, Todd"
@todd-metcalf
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Richard Streib:
I have owned in the past two of David Lynch's dulcimers which were not student models. They both were well made and sounded wonderful. I sold..."
@todd-metcalf
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Dusty that response got broken up. Musta hit a key. Ii see we both live in CA. I'm near San Luis Obispo, and no dulcimers in music stores here or Santa..."
@todd-metcalf
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Dusty this is such a cool helpful response... I really appreciate it. Thank you. I see you live in CI'llce to hold it in my hands and hear it before buying...."
@john-c-knopf
• 4 days ago
• comments: 11
Posted a new Comment on What's your favorite finish ?:
Posted a new Comment on What's your favorite finish ?:
"I second the vote for Ocooch Hardwoods. They are outstanding in their product quality and service."
@richard-streib
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"I have owned in the past two of David Lynch's dulcimers which were not student models. They both were well made and sounded wonderful. I sold them not..."
@dusty
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"@todd-metcalf, the listing should indicate if the dulcimer is a baritone. If it doesn't specify, you can assume it is a standard dulcimer. Is it worth $250?..."
@todd-metcalf
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
Posted a response to "David Lynch Baritone":
"Hi Everyone, I'm lookin to buy my first dulcimer. I saw David Lynch on Ebay for 250.00. Is that a decent price ? is there a way to know if it is..."
@beth-t
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
"DavisJames:
That's sweet.The title looks and sounds like "unwinding" not that I know Welsh.A useful word!
Thanks Jamie. A literal translation of..."
@beth-t
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
Posted a new Comment on Ymbwyllo (Unwinding):
"Homer Ross:
Beautiful played...such a peaceful tune. I love it! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Homer :-)"
@robin-thompson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on After the Flood:
Posted a new Comment on After the Flood:
"Many thanks, @homer-ross -- we're happy you liked this little tune.
Happy strumming! "
@homer-ross
• 4 days 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
• 4 days 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
• 4 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Planxty Seymour Cleland:
Posted a new Comment on Planxty Seymour Cleland:
"Awesome well played tune."
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David Lynch Baritone
Posted: Thursday October 16 2025, 5:10 PM
By: @todd metcalf
By: @todd metcalf
A review of my new album
Posted: Thursday October 16 2025, 4:06 PM
By: @Robin Thompson
By: @Robin Thompson
Folkcraft dulcimer,1993,...
Posted: Wednesday October 15 2025, 12:31 AM
By: @todd metcalf
By: @todd metcalf
Extended Range Dulcimer
Posted: Thursday October 9 2025, 9:56 AM
By: @Marko
By: @Marko
A question about intonating...
Posted: Monday October 6 2025, 11:06 AM
By: @Skip
By: @Skip
John Stockard Dulcimer For...
Posted: Friday October 3 2025, 1:54 PM
By: @Dave shattuck
By: @Dave shattuck
Listing A Dulcimer For Sale
Posted: Wednesday October 1 2025, 7:11 AM
By: @Old Dawg
By: @Old Dawg
Anybody familiar with...
Posted: Tuesday September 30 2025, 6:07 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
A track from my new album
Posted: Tuesday September 23 2025, 5:45 PM
By: @Robin Thompson
By: @Robin Thompson
jubilee
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Amy Levy: Songs of Love...
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By: @Alex_Lubet
Wanted: The “next” dulcimer
Posted: Thursday September 18 2025, 9:28 PM
By: @Steve Kenny
By: @Steve Kenny
More or less overtones
Posted: Thursday September 18 2025, 8:55 PM
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By: @John Pettreemusic
Stringing a Cripple Creek...
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By: @Ken Longfield
A review of my new album
Posted: Tuesday September 16 2025, 2:25 PM
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Want to buy Warren A. May...
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Hello friends, Does anyone...
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How to tune a 22 vsl...
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Wedge shaped floating bridge
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By: @Nate
Jewish Music
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By: @Alex_Lubet
worldwide Play Music on the...
Posted: Sunday August 31 2025, 8:57 AM
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Good dulcimer for busking?
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practicing app
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New album
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Pluck by Linda Paulus
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