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A 1/4 male one............and the other end to match your amps input...............what amp do you have?

Sorry, I forgot I posted this! So it looks like the pickup is a 1/4 inch female end piece. What kind of cord do I order (through amazon most likely) to attach to my little amp?

I would appreciate any specifics here (insert clueless smilie face) :) 

Hi all,

This is a great subject! - but I feel strongly that it will be more accessible and will  benefit everyone in the future as well if it's located in our Dulcimer Therapy Group here: http://fotmd.com/strumelia/group/57/dulcimer-therapy

Unfortunately, I cannot move a discussion from a Forum to a Group, so I'm going to close this discussion to new replies and I'd like to ask SaltSprings to please create the discussion anew in the Dulcimer Therapy Group.  That way it won't just sink down into oblivion on the General Forum..instead it will be very easily found in the Therapy Group discussions, and will be very helpful to members in the future who are looking for this specific information!   

 I agree Dusty........I know you have been instrumental, pun intended, in that group.........the reason I thought we might stir this one up a bit is because I am finding that some of my PTSD folk can really get wrapped around the axle when certain songs are played or sung..........btw, feel free to move this discussion if you or Strumelia are so inclined.

You might see what folks in the Music Therapy group have to say about this.

I would stick with instrumentals, myself.

That's true Ken........I have had the same thing happen on more than once..........I also heard a nut job singing I'll fly away while another patient, a child was dying of cancer two beds down...........people are weird........I guess it makes all the difference in the world if we remember whose benefit we are playing for.........yup, harp music no thank you if I'm croaking.......go with "Wild Colonial Boy."

Surprisingly, I've playd both Old Joe and I'll Fly and any number of other "cheerful" tunes as part of a Music For Healing & Therapy program at a hospital near where I lived.  Folks in hospitals don't always (or often) want to hear dolorious music, they wanted to be lifted up and cheered up, not be drowned in saccrine-sweet angel harp music as if they're going to kick off any second.  I actually had a patient tell me that she liked my music so much better than the program director's harp music -- said she wasn't ready to go to heaven yet, thank you very much!

I think there is aspect to music that is sometimes overlooked and that is music's ability to provide a tremendous amount of spiritual ministry, if that is the correct phrase, to many people who are struggling with all sorts of difficulties.   Some of those issues might be related to physical infirmities, long term or chronic depression, grief over the loss of a loved one or any one of a multitude of issues.  As we all know, or at least should know, how a tune is played can have a significant effect on the hearer and it is important to match what we present to the circumstances our listeners or listener might find themselves in.........there are tunes that entertain, tunes that heal and tunes that can either make a situation better or worse.   I know in days gone by Mary Z.  & Lois H. had discussions about this on ED.  It was posted under Music in Service to Others".......there was wisdom in what they  discussed.   After all, who would want to play "I've Been a Wild Rover" or "I'll Fly Away" in a Hospice center.   Any thoughts on with regard to tempo, music choices?  Native flute players feel free to join in too.   I've used both dulcimers, Native Flutes etc. over the years and it might be good to share some ideas and experiences we have had when we focus on the listener and forget about ourselves.

Are you and John "following" each other?  Locate his page (do a search under the Members tab at the top of the window) and when it comes up, click on the word "Follow".  You can then go to your profile (at the top of the page near the search icon) and click on "private messages" on the drop down menu.  Click on "New Message" and write John the message and if he accepts you as a follower you can write messages back and forth.  You could also just look up John's page and write him a note on it and maybe he'll get it....at least he'll probably be notified that someone wrote on his wall....  In the meantime, I'll put a bug in his ear that you're trying to connect about KMW...

Finally made the decision - my sister and I will go to KMW!  Question, how can I contact a member on FOTMD? I am taking one of John Keane's classes at KMW and I have a question for him. I tried to figure out a way to message or email him through FOTMD but I can't figure it out!

Thanks, Jill

Thanks for reposting this, Rob!  I think we should all learn this and DRIVE THE COLD WINTER AWAY!  Enough already!

What a great article, Kevin!     Good lookin' guy in the photo, too!  You hold an honored place in the dulcimer world and the article captured and expressed that very well.

Nice piece, Kevin. I continue to love the teardrop you made me.

Thank you Stephanie, I really enjoy doing it.

So far this year in PA., "Spring" has decided to hide her warm face behind "Winter's" shadow, so my love of playing out on the patio or porch is on hold for now. I mostly play my dulcimer in our living room. I have my "dulcimer" area. It is really my room so to speak, since we have the family room for my husband! It is the room where family gatherings and holidays flow into. It is a special place where I can share my music with family or just be entirely on my own to concentrate on perfecting my playing. It is also close to the kitchen. I can get in a song or two while waiting for water to boil. I've nearly boiled water right on out of a pot, however nothing has burned yet!

Hi Kevin,

I enjoyed reading your interview.

Your work to preserve this history of the dulcimer is remarkable.

Best wishes!

Thanks everyone for the kind comments. Ron yes that is #19 in the pic. Gail I'm glad you are enjoying your Prichard.

Thanks for sharing this nice article, Kevin.  I'm very happy with Prichard #18!

Good article Kevin. Well done.

Nice article, thanks for sharing

Kevin, now don't forget us when you become famous.

Great interview Kevin!!! Thanks for sharing the article and thanks for doing what you do!!!

Ramps under snow today 

Ramps are up about 3 inches  here in WV.

Here's the place to be for the famous (infamous?) ramp

http://www.richwooders.com/ramp/ramps.htm

The ramps up home in WV should be coming in soon.  Kevin and Rob can answer you better than me.  I ain't found no ramps in AL yet.  I sure miss them.

And we'll be able to say "I knew him when . . ."

You are a find ambassador for the dulcimer, Kevin.

Thanks for sharing the article Kevin. You deserve the recognition for the fine work you do with the instruments and in preserving the old ones. I'm proud to know you.

Ken

"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."

Well, Charles and Dan.............we got one this year...............Happy First of April, Terry.  By the way Dan...........you got some ramp?

Gee whiz Kevin............if that's 19 in the pic, my Prichard is a for sure celebrity.....most excellent dude..........

Thanks Ken.

Good job, Kevin.  Well deserved recognition of your talents.

 Thanks John..

Thanks Terry! I try!  

I'm proud to know you, buddy!  Now we've both gotten some ink regarding our unusual craft activities!

That's a great article, and Nicole seems to have presented the facts properly-- something that is rare to see.

Congratulations.

Very nice article, I am excited to have read more about you and your work, it is fabulous and you atta be excited. 

Kevin, I disagree with you not playing well, you and I play well enough to hear the sweet silvery sound of the instruments you so beautifully craft. I know I love my Thomas it sleek beautiful shape and that sweet, sweet sound. Best is that you made it, Thank you Kevin.

I really like your Prichard's and one day hope to be able to get one, but it needs to be JI fretting. Y'all sold me on that!

Great work Kevin, very happy for you and your success. 

I understand your reticence. When you do an interview you have no control over the final content and the author may not understand the subject well enough to present a good look. 

This reporter knows what she's talking about and does a nice job.

Very good, Kevin.  I knew you'd do good.

Thanks guys, wasn't sure about doing it at first,but, now seems ok. Randy my prices have been the same since I started, may have to go up sometime

How cool, Kevin-- I enjoyed the piece a lot!   And have had the pleasure of seeing and hearing the wonderful instrument you built for my old friend Kathy.  :)