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Dusty Turtle
@dusty
06/17/19 07:19:22PM
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Ray Branson Dulcimer 1987


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Hi @retomas.  It sounds like you have a really nice instrument there.  I would be surprised if no one around this site has any information for you.

FYI: I moved your post from the Site Questions Forum, which is for questions about how to use the site itself, to a Forum on specific instruments and specific luthiers.  That way your discussion will be easier to find.

And it shouldn't be hard just to reduce the size of your photos before posting. The free editing software that comes with most PCs or even most phones should be able to do that easily.  


updated by @dusty: 06/17/19 09:26:41PM
retomas
@retomas
06/17/19 06:01:26PM
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Ray Branson Dulcimer 1987


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I was fortunate enough to find a very nice Ray Branson four string Dulcimer. It was made by Ray in 1987. It is inscribed inside, but I cannot make out all of the writing. I have found very little information about Ray or his dulcimer. 

If anyone has anything to say about Ray Branson, I would appreciate your information. I was not able to attach pictures because the files are too big! The instrument has a very nice scrolled walnut headstock with slot, cedar top, mahogany or rosewood sides, mahogany or rosewood fingerboard,  cherry back.

I may be wrong about the sides and finger board, but I am probably close.

I plays and sounds very excellent. Thank you, thank you...


updated by @retomas: 10/27/19 12:02:25PM
Mill Branch Dulcimores
@mill-branch-dulcimores
06/16/19 07:40:17PM
23 posts

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Thanks everyone. I usually just increase as my legs and feet allow. Having a bit of paralysis in my legs sometimes I have to cut the day short, sometimes I surprise myself. But I'll take it slow and easy.
Mountains, mud and rocks here @robert-schuler .
When I was up to 10 miles a day I had a road bike rider go with me on a 7 mile ride. He ain't been back. Lol!
robert schuler
@robert-schuler
06/16/19 07:29:17PM
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Slate Creek Dulcimers: Two miles on the fatbike today. Had to push about 1/4 mile of it. I'll gradually increase by about 1/2 mile per day until I get back to 8 to 10 miles.

I find if I ride often I can quickly build myself up to longer distances each time. Land here is flat so its easier for me... Robert.

Strumelia
@strumelia
06/16/19 07:19:08PM
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Bobby, you might want to reduce your rate of increase a little- adding 1 mile per week, or 1.5 mi per week gives your body a chance to build the muscles and gain the aerobic strength it needs for the increases.    :) 

Mill Branch Dulcimores
@mill-branch-dulcimores
06/16/19 07:10:26PM
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Two miles on the fatbike today. Had to push about 1/4 mile of it. I'll gradually increase by about 1/2 mile per day until I get back to 8 to 10 miles.
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
06/16/19 03:53:40PM
1,568 posts

Edd Presnell dulcimer


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That wood is so nice.  Love the upside-down hearts! 

Lois Sprengnether Keel
@lois-sprengnether-keel
06/16/19 03:07:46PM
197 posts

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It sounds like Angus left you with many wonderful memories.  Sorry he had to go, but know he'll be waiting for you with all 4 legs on the other side.

Gail Webber
@gail-webber
06/16/19 02:16:28PM
70 posts

Edd Presnell dulcimer


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I found out that someone I know has an Edd Presnell dulcimer made back in 1969.  It's curly maple and looks like a walnut fret board.  I haven't seen it in person, but she sent some pics.  She has had it for years but never really played it - mostly used as decoration.  She may be willing to sell it to me.  My question is how much would be a reasonable price to offer for this dulcimer?  I know it's probably hard to say without seeing it, but it appears to be in good shape.  I just want to make a fair offer and would love to have this one if she agrees to sell it.  Thanks for any suggestions.


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Salt Springs
@salt-springs
06/16/19 01:08:06PM
215 posts

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Yes, Black Cherry can help..........I suspect you need to drink more water since your weight loss may be contributing to those crystals forming in your joints. 

tssfulk
@tssfulk
06/16/19 08:07:05AM
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Paul Rappell:

Sad news. The other Tuesday (4 June) we had our Sheltie, Angus, put down.

 

Big hug, Paul.

 

tssfulk
@tssfulk
06/16/19 08:01:14AM
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Robin Thompson:

@tssfulk I imagine Bosse may be getting to spend time outdoors soon.  

@David-Bennett Did Sally play Gray Cat on a Tennessee Farm

 

Yes, we'll be heading for southern Sweden (Skåne) in 3 weeks. :)

 

Cindy Stammich
@cindy-stammich
06/15/19 10:03:47PM
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I am so sorry to hear about Angus...
What a beautiful boy!
They truly are family, and he will live on in your hearts ❤️
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
06/15/19 07:39:47PM
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I'm sorry about Angus, Paul.  Pets are family.  

Susie
@susie
06/15/19 05:30:12PM
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Paul Rappell:

Sad news. The other Tuesday (4 June) we had our Sheltie, Angus, put down.

So sorry to hear that Paul. We understand how hard it is to lose a pet. Take care.
David Bennett
@david-bennett
06/15/19 04:54:11PM
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Paul Rappell:

Sad news. The other Tuesday (4 June) we had our Sheltie, Angus, put down...

Sorry to hear about Angus. He was a pretty dog.

 

Paul Rappell
@paul-rappell
06/15/19 03:17:55PM
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Sad news. The other Tuesday (4 June) we had our Sheltie, Angus, put down. He developed cancer in the late summer of 2016. The next spring his right front leg was amputated. He coped well with that, but tore the ACL in his right rear leg, was operated on and had a pretty good recovery, but then he tore the left rear ACL. Recovery from that wasn't so good. He limped and didn't walk much. We had carpets covering most of the hardwood floors to keep him from slipping and falling. Then, this spring, he developed a hacking cough. We took him in to be put down several weeks ago, but they diagnosed it as bronchitis. But, despite the meds, the cough wouldn't go away. Finally, the Mrs. couldn't stand to see him in pain/discomfort any more. It was a quick, painless death, and he's not suffering now.

When I was in the hospital in September, a fellow patient asked how long Angus had had his cancer. When I told him it was two years (at that time) he, a veterinarian, was amazed. He said most dogs last six months. When Angus was first diagnosed, our vets said that it was a very aggressive cancer and they weren't sure he'd last the six months. Angus was always eager to please, but, when it came to his survival, he was one tough dog. Even with his bad legs, he still tried to herd the squirrels.


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Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson
06/14/19 06:01:40PM
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@tssfulk I imagine Bosse may be getting to spend time outdoors soon.  

@David-Bennett Did Sally play Gray Cat on a Tennessee Farm

Susie
@susie
06/14/19 05:43:47PM
513 posts

New Bowed Psaltery Day


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Thanks Lisa, I sure will.
David Bennett
@david-bennett
06/14/19 05:41:02PM
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Sally checking out the dulcimore Dulcimore Dan made for me

Strumelia
@strumelia
06/14/19 01:22:46PM
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It's a beauty, have fun playing it!  :D

hugssandi
@hugssandi
06/14/19 12:39:24PM
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This has been a busy thread, and I love it!  I so agree that it is INSPIRING!  Thank you all for sharing so much of yourselves.  

Today equals a month of working out with HASfit~just 15 mins., 3X a week, senior vids.  Yesterday the kids and I went to the park and walked some wooded trails.  My knees and balance would not have been able to handle the unevenness of the terrain just a few weeks ago, but I was able to hop over creeks even!  So big improvement over such a short time.  (I tell myself if I can't get 15 mins. in, I'm a scrub!  HA HA HA!)  I am looking forward to increasing when I'm ready.

@slate-creek-dulcimers, I miss your fat bike updates!

Susie
@susie
06/14/19 12:34:56PM
513 posts

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Thanks, Bill! I love the sound hole rosettes that he makes.

hugssandi:

GORGEOUS!!!!  Want one!!!


I shopped around a long time and settled on Jerry's, because it starts on middle C as the low note. Plus, the quality (his experience in building psalteries), the beauty (each one is unique), and the reasonable price. I have no regrets.
Mill Branch Dulcimores
@mill-branch-dulcimores
06/14/19 11:36:19AM
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I'm going to have to get back to riding my fatbike. Been a while and I miss it.
Bill S
@bill-s
06/14/19 10:48:30AM
9 posts

So if Jesus came to dinner, what would you play?


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I think he would like to take a break from worshiping and enjoy a few good Irish jigs and maybe do a little dancing.  He wants to have fun, too.

Bill S
@bill-s
06/14/19 10:21:45AM
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Gorgeous bowed psaltery, Susie.  Interesting sound hole.

 

Susie
@susie
06/14/19 05:41:49AM
513 posts

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Thank you Robin and Steven. I really appreciate you taking the time to take a look.


updated by @susie: 06/14/19 05:42:29AM
Salt Springs
@salt-springs
06/14/19 01:54:46AM
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Good words and well spoken too!  Wayne.............I've seen so many people over the years taken from us by those, "widow makers."  In many cases they had no warning as you said, and no health issues that they could discern either save for assuming they were invincible and living lives that were, "typical."    

I would add that folks should not assume that this sort of problem does not affect women.   Too often women ignore symptoms and unfortunately suffer serious or fatal consequences.  Widow maker heart attacks are equal opportunity destroyers as are a host of other diseases that can be avoided.

For the younger of our lot who might be reading these posts...........now is the time to make the changes you need to make to live a long healthy life.   For the rest of us let's see if we can abstain kicking over the bucket by watching where we are going and turning on the lights in our 'noggins.  

 

 

 

IRENE
@irene
06/14/19 12:51:56AM
168 posts

So if Jesus came to dinner, what would you play?


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What wondrous Love it this, oh my soul, oh my soul.....ends with the words, "and when from death I'm free, I'll sing on, I'll sing on................I'll sing and joyful be and through Eternity I'll sing on.......

There are other songs I'd sing, but I'd ask what tunes He knew....What psalms He and the Apostles sang and I'd ask Him to sing to me those songs.  aloha, irene

Rev. Wayne McAllister
@rev-wayne-mcallister
06/13/19 11:49:25PM
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Back in April 2018 (April 5th to exact), I suffered a massive (Widow Maker) heart attack - NO WARNING WHAT-SO-EVER!!!. Two main arteries were blocked at 90% & 100%, I am truely blessed to be here today. The doctors didn't need to open my chest, stints were placed, I was kept on a ventilator for 3 1/2 days in order to heal/rest and spent 12 days in the hospital. After my discharge I had to wear a Zoll Life Vest (for those who are familiar with those) for 7 MONTHS!!!  The recovery/rehab was quite a journey but I was determined I was going to make it - which I have. Yes, I have heart disease and always will BUT the TOTAL LIFESTYLE CHANGE has been a literal God send. I'm now 60 pounds lighter (I wasn't even all that overweight anyway), I'm on a total heart healthy diet (Sharon as well), I work out at 5 days a week (treadmill, bike, weights), meds for life, and my entire outlook has changed. Ended up retiring last October at 64 so I have VERY LITTLE stress (I taught Middle School). Now i raise a good size garden, play my dulcimer (and Native American Flutes) and simply enjoy life. Thanks for letting me share part of my story. I would just add to all reading this post ..... PLEASE take care of yourself ..... eat healthy, get exercise, loose some weight AND eliminate as much stress from your life as you can. NEVER EVER SAY it can't happed to you! God Speed. Wayne

Cindy Stammich
@cindy-stammich
06/13/19 10:29:30PM
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Well said Salt Springs!
Thank you for the inspiration as well as the laugh for the day! I will think of you now when I creak and crack!
My 86 year old sweet Mama still takes daily walks! I am joining her tomorrow before we tackle some gardening 💕
Cindy Stammich
@cindy-stammich
06/13/19 10:24:45PM
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2 acres....
I don’t think I can get up - and I only read about the planting!!!!!
Robin I am with you! Pumpkin pie is my all-time favorite! Now I make it without the crust - much healthier and all that wonderful pumpkin taste!
robert schuler
@robert-schuler
06/13/19 10:04:37PM
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Andreas Fischer:

Thats true.
And i am taking the chance to find the way between those extremes.

I remember how it was with 178 kg, just leaving the house made me be exhausted and completely out of air. I hade to wait before i was able to put on the safetybelts in the car. My heart did feel like it want to burst, i think i was close to get a heart attack or a stroke. I was so unfitt, taking a shower was nearly unpossible or just putting on socks was a terrible task and i had to take a breake between the socks.

Now i walk without pain and my lungs and heart feel ok.

And riding the bike will make me even fitter. And loosing more weight will make it much better. And i am looking forward, that feels good.

I could think about that i was down to 112 kg already and did gain weight up to 150 again, that was not good but thats past and soon i will be under 112 kg ;-)

I suffered from chronic knee pain for 30 years. Got a bicycle 15 years ago, a hybrid type not one of those road bikes. Riding solved my knee pain, never suffered again! No pills no elastic braces. I wish everyone would ride and play music, it would really make us all healthier... 

robert schuler
@robert-schuler
06/13/19 09:58:58PM
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Robin Thompson:

@Robert-Shuler I hope you're moving today!  Are they pumpkins good for pies?  :) Pumpkin pie is my favorite.  

A lot of pumpkin pies for sure!. I promised to give myself a day off and recoup, maybe learn a new old fiddle tune. But I'm only 65, still a kid yet. I recoup fast... Robert

Cindy Stammich
@cindy-stammich
06/13/19 08:19:42PM
72 posts

So if Jesus came to dinner, what would you play?


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I think I would play Just as I Am........

How fitting to humbly play my music for the King!

Steven Berger
@steven-berger
06/13/19 07:27:50PM
143 posts

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Congratulations, Susie! Have fun with it, and make some music! music

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