Forum Activity for @robin-thompson

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
05/19/17 06:33:50AM
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Dennis Dorogi


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

I was saddened to learn of Mr Dorogi's death.  I always found it curious that he, L. Allen Smith, and the founder of Stewart-McDonald had Athens OH connections.  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
05/17/17 10:40:49PM
1,531 posts

Healthy Living- healthy eating, exercise, weight loss, veggie gardening, etc.


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Mark & I have been enjoying the asparagus this spring from our little backyard patch. :)

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
05/11/17 08:21:50AM
1,531 posts

Bill Taylor


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

It would be my privilege to get to meet Mr Taylor!  

 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
05/01/17 09:39:57AM
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Are you playing on your porch today? -Aug 26, 2017


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@marg It would be neat to start a thread on 26 August to share our porch (deck, patio, sidewalk, yard. . .)  playing adventures! 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
04/29/17 08:24:35PM
1,531 posts

Are you playing on your porch today? -Aug 26, 2017


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image.jpeg I downloaded the image from the Play Music On The Porch folks on Facebook. 

 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
04/13/17 10:14:03PM
1,531 posts

Rest in peace, Brian Beach


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I hope Brian's passing was as peaceful as possible; he rests now where there is unspeakably beautiful music. 

 

Thank you, Jan, for letting us know of Brian's death. 


updated by @robin-thompson: 04/13/17 10:14:45PM
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
04/06/17 06:20:50AM
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Our dear John Henry is on the cover


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

John,

I hope the songs you've held in your heart through the years can ring again, be a balm to your spirit.  

Mark informed me my DPN arrived-- I should get to see it come Sunday.  :)

While Dan Landrum is a great photographer, he's no magician-- you made a handsome subject!  

xxx

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
04/05/17 10:14:23AM
1,531 posts

Our dear John Henry is on the cover


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions


of the new Dulcimer Player News!  <3

PS- Having tech woes and can't upload the link.  :(

 

 


updated by @robin-thompson: 10/27/19 12:02:25PM
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
02/03/17 03:25:10PM
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What songs were you taught in kindergarten/grade school?


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions


Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns

One a penny, two a penny,

Hot Cross Buns

 

Our music teacher would also use the numbers One, Two, Three to the same tune while using a hand to demonstrate ascensending and descending notes. 


updated by @robin-thompson: 02/03/17 03:25:47PM
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
01/31/17 12:11:17PM
1,531 posts

Had an idea


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It makes sense to include FOTMD so it can be searched.  I don't know whether I'll remember to do it or not.  ;)

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
01/18/17 03:14:06PM
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Rest in Peace Alan Jabbour


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

The Henry Reed repertoire is treasure! 

Though I never really got the B part of Poplar Pole nailed down, I love the tune. 

http://fotmd.com/robin-thompson/youtube/976/poplar-pole-lap-dulcimer-played-in-noter-drone-style-and-guitar

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
12/22/16 10:29:25AM
1,531 posts

Mummers Making a Comeback


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@ken-longfield  My friends are from Philadelphia.  :)

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
12/22/16 09:56:05AM
1,531 posts

Mummers Making a Comeback


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Wow!

I have music friends here in Ohio who first told me about a Mummers parade their hometown (not in Ohio).  Had never heard of Mummers until then.  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
12/13/16 05:42:48AM
1,531 posts

Saw This Old Dulcimer ...


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

Happy anniversary, Sam!

Hope you are able to learn more about the instrument!

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
12/01/16 05:59:05AM
1,531 posts

Remember Our Friend Oliver Ogden.


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Blessings and comfort to you, Sharon.  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
11/25/16 06:04:23AM
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Offering sympathy to our dear John Henry


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I am at a loss for words, John. . . And continue to hold you in my heart.  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
11/24/16 06:01:58PM
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Remember Our Friend Oliver Ogden.


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Thank you for the lovely posting, Lexie.  I was saddened to learn of Oliver's death; the world has lost a good fellow!  I pray for comfort for Sharon and all who knew Oliver. 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
11/21/16 09:13:03PM
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Thanks, Joe and Lexie!   Cool info. 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
11/17/16 10:13:44AM
1,531 posts

Offering sympathy to our dear John Henry


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It is with a heavy heart I tell you that John Henry's beloved, Mary, has died.  John and his son Paul are both members here.  I offer my deepest sympathy to John & Mary's entire family and pray for each to feel comfort midst their grief.  


updated by @robin-thompson: 08/02/23 12:42:30AM
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
10/25/16 05:09:23PM
1,531 posts



I have a Keith Young dulcimer, too.  As Ken L wrote, a KYoung instrument is worth repairing. 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
10/07/16 11:58:31AM
1,531 posts

Wondering Who Built This Dulcimer


Instruments- discuss specific features, luthiers, instrument problems & questions

Enjoy that Presnell, Sheryl!  

Will keep my eyes open for a recording on that Stamper, Robin C! 

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
10/05/16 09:03:52AM
1,531 posts

The 'Irish' Simple System Flute


Adventures with 'other' instruments...

Wow, Robin a warm, lovely tone!  Nicely done. 

Some wind instruments can sound rather strident but not your flute.  :)

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
10/04/16 03:35:20PM
1,531 posts

DADGAD Guitar


Adventures with 'other' instruments...


You & Lundy Island make a great team, Robin!  :) 

Your play sounds really good! 

Other than standard guitar tuning, Mark also tunes to "Drop D" sometimes to give something of a droning quality to the guitar part.  Don't know whether you've ever tried it or not but you might like experimenting if you've not yet played in this tuning. 


updated by @robin-thompson: 10/05/16 09:07:16AM
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
09/19/16 10:19:36AM
1,531 posts

Congratulations, Mark Gilston!


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

Congratulations, Mark, on your win at Winfield!  


updated by @robin-thompson: 10/27/19 12:02:25PM
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
09/16/16 07:20:24AM
1,531 posts

the "Millennia Whoop" saturating current popular music


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You've got me afraid to watch, Strumelia!  Haha!  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
09/16/16 07:19:12AM
1,531 posts

Is anyone familiar with Sourwood Dulcimers?


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

Wow, that top is beautiful!  

I wish I knew something about thie maker!  Ohio's had lots of dulcimer makers doing really fine work.  :)

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
09/16/16 07:14:58AM
1,531 posts

Jeopardy! Contestant Likes The Dulcimer


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

Doggone, I missed that!  Way cool.  Thanks for the post, John!  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
08/25/16 08:31:41AM
1,531 posts

Flight of the Naked Dulcimer


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

@john-gribble I've never been on a commercial flight.  So, I take your point.  :)

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
08/24/16 09:45:25PM
1,531 posts

Flight of the Naked Dulcimer


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

Thank goodness the Amburgey arrived safely!  

Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
08/21/16 11:29:25PM
1,531 posts

AppalAsia - mountain dulcimer, erhu, banjo


General mountain dulcimer or music discussions

Golly, I don't know about Jeff's instrument, Rob; you'd know better than I do.  I'm hoping to make it to the concert at Jerry Rockwell's fest yet may not know until last minute whether I'll get to go or not. 

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