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String Gauge Calculator

I have generally used the Strothers Gauge Calculator and sometimes just re-sized strings to suit the instrument and my preferences. It seems that...
@Pete Staehling started 12 years ago - replies: 10

how to make a dulcimer without power tools ..(instruction)

http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Dulcimer-Without-Power-Tools/
@RavenMadd Garcia started 12 years ago - replies: 0

playing in G or A?

HelloI'm hopeing someone can advise me regarding = playing in the key of G without a capo.!And also the key of A assuming your dulcimer is tuned D...
@Gary McNaughton started 12 years ago - replies: 14

Prichard Dulcimer - Halsway Carol - 29 Oct 14

I'm sure that I posted this carol last year but can't find the posting Anyway, I've been trying out various mic's to get better recordings...
@Robin Clark started 12 years ago - replies: 25

Flower of Scotland

Messing about again on my Red Kite I found myself playing the first few bars of something I recognised as Flower of Scotland so even though I'm...
@Steve Battarbee started 12 years ago - replies: 1

My Latest Sparrow

I just wanted to share my latest project. This little Sparrow is almost done and will soon be ready to head off to it's new home in Ohio. I think...
@Pete Staehling started 12 years ago - replies: 9

My first concert

My group played at an assisted living/nursing home today. It was my first concert since I started learning how to play (last March). We played well...
@Colleen Hailey started 12 years ago - replies: 3

Different approach to wooden pegs

I don't know how much call others have for making dulcimers with wooden pegs. I know it bugged me to try to tune with them--a tiny movement made...
@Gary Roys started 12 years ago - replies: 10

Raffeles

Raffeles are one family of the Mountain Dulcimer's European cousins. Unlike the epinettes they have no delegated drone strings. On his You Tube...
@Gregg Schneeman started 12 years ago - replies: 1

Need Help Uploading Photos

I can't seem to upload any pics. Any help would be appreciated.JL
@Jimmy Lamar started 12 years ago - replies: 0