Group Discussions
A recommendation for the Gaskins Galax book method...
As posted by fotmd member Anita Franklin-Snyder: I've had Phyllis Gaskins dulcimer book (CD included) for months now. It is hands down the...
@Strumelia started 11 years ago - replies: 16
Old Fiddler’s Convention dulcimer contest, Galax VA
I just love to play Galax style and I was lucky enough to win first place again this year at the Old Fiddler’s Convention. Kimberly Burnette Dean,...
@Kendra Ward started last year - replies: 4
What is a Galax Dulcimer
Hey folks Im just wondering what traits are associated with galax dulcimers? Most look like an oval shaped dulcimer in bagpipe tuning with a false...
@NateBuildsToys started last year - replies: 26
A little bit of Phyllis Gaskins...yum!
I normally don't post Facebook links here, but Phyllis just posted a new video and I thought I'd share it here... always such a joy to listen to....
@Strumelia started 4 years ago - replies: 5
String gauges for dddd tuning on standard Blue Lion?
Hi all, I'm starting my Galax journey by tuning my Blue Lion standard to dddd. I'm guessing .012 for all 4 string gauges? Thanks!
@Jill Geary started 8 years ago - replies: 2
Show us your Galax!
A thread to post pictures and descriptions of our Galax style dulcimers! (drool drool....)
@Strumelia started 14 years ago - replies: 18
Old timey jam - buy Galax style or J. Edward Thomas style?
Hi all, I'm squarely moving along the noter/drone track! Yeah! I have many friends who are old-time banjo and fiddle players and I'd like to...
@Jill Geary started 8 years ago - replies: 11
Pick v Quill
Cheryl Johnson very kindly sent me a noter of the design that Phyllis Gaskins uses for Galax playing and also a couple of the Dunlop 0.46mm...
@Robin Clark started 11 years ago - replies: 9
Transatlantic Pub Session - Morris Meets Galax !!!!
Well we had an extraordinary night of music in the George III pub last night. Nick and I plus a few friends go and play old time and some...
@Robin Clark started 11 years ago - replies: 39
Galax Etymology
Here is the history of the word "Galax" as sent to me by a scholar who was just shipped one of my Galax dulcimers. This is not to be confused with...
@Ben Seymour started 12 years ago - replies: 4
Galax Tunings - A historical perspective
I was wondering if anyone could shed some light on the tunings used by Galax players from a historical perspective? Having listened to tracks by...
@Robin Clark started 13 years ago - replies: 12
Dot Christenson and Don Neuhauser
Here is a sweet video clip of Dot Christenson and Don Neuhauser playing.
@Robin Clark started 12 years ago - replies: 5
Li'l Liza Jane - Bonnie Russell's Version
After seeing Randy Adam's video of Li'l Liza Jane I was inspired to listen to Bonnie Russell's album tonight and pick up my Galax dulcimer's that...
@Robin Clark started 12 years ago - replies: 4
Playing Galax at Winfield
[Reposting here, because this is where I thought I was posting when I sent the message!--Thank Lisa for the coaching]Hi folks!Just want to let you...
@Steve Eulberg started 13 years ago - replies: 14
What makes the Galax dulcimer so appealing?
Juanita asked:"I'd like to know what makes the Galax so appealing? I listened to the music of the Galax and it sounded just like a regular MD. Is...
@Flint Hill started 13 years ago - replies: 3
Thoughts on String Gauges on Galax MDs
I have tried every gauge on my Galax dulcimer from 0.010s to 0.013s - I have a 27" VSLLately I have been using 0.013s (they pack a punch). But I...
@Robin Clark started 14 years ago - replies: 17
Videos of FOTMD members playing Galax dulcimers
A discussion where we can post videos of ourselves playing Galax style, or Galax style dulcimers...
@Strumelia started 14 years ago - replies: 13