Benjamin W Barr Jr

Thanks Ben. Getting things together for a Tear Drop. I just read a post about the Tear Drop Dulcimer. Sounds like there are some different opinions. Pro's; more box, means better sound and unique style, Easy to make. Cons; Since it's still a lap instrument the Tear Drop is difficult to balance and hold on to. Since it's a larger instrument it won't fit a standard carry case. 

Anyone that plays a Tear Drop? Your comments are welcome. Yes, I saw the "Hour-drop" design. Very interesting too. 

Thanks Ben. I love what I'm learning on the dulcimer. Trying new techniques is challenging at times but always pays. I enjoy making things in my shop (thus "shop Dad"). I've heard so much about strum sticks so I thought I would give it a go. I just completed a new instrument and enjoy learning on it too.

The wood is white maple from a bed my wife slept on when she was very young. The base plate is part of a fireplace mantle built in the late 1800's. The brass end plate is from a 7K volt transformer tap plate.. (I'm a retired electrician). 

My next project will be a full size hourglass dulcimer. I have all the material and hardware

This site interests me because I see it as an opportunity to see what others are doing and learn more about what I love doing.

Thank you very much!

Thank you very much!

Thank you for the welcome. As usual life got in the way of a timely response..

Thank you Ben, for the welcome! 

Thank you, I have a dulcimer on it's way was unable to play before purchasing fingers crossed.

Thank you for the welcome Ben!  I am looking forward to learning more about my dulcimer.

Ben, thanks for your welcoming words! Glad to be here with you all.

Thanks very much Ben, I appreciate the welcome! I know I'll enjoy the forum, and my second adventure with dulcimer.

Hi Ben, thank you for the warm welcome! I'm really excited to be part of this community. It sounds like a wonderful place to learn and connect with others who share the same passion for the dulcimer. I'm looking forward to spending more time here and getting to know fellow players!

Thanks.

Thanks for the welcome!

Thanks! Been trying to read as much as I can. I'm certain tat I want diatonic dulcimer. I really don't feel like dealing with tons of accidentals like I did in my saxophone days.

Ben,

Thanks so much for you welcoming words. I look forward to digging in to all the resources.

Ricco

Thanks for your greetings Ben! Happy new year

Thanks for the welcoming message!

Thanks, Ben.

Hi, Ben, thank you, it is a pleasure to be here with others who love the dulcimer!

Thanks Ben, glad I found this site.

Rich H