Group Discussions
Using a collar stay as a plectrum
Lately, I've been using a collar stay some for strumming. It's a light and fast plectrum. Anybody else using a collar stay with which to strum?
@Robin Thompson started 7 years ago - replies: 8
Bocs Cân Idris – A new traditional instrument!
I'm running a fretted zither making project at present in our village and have around half a dozen local folks designing...
@Robin Clark started 7 years ago - replies: 24
Non-toxic Finishes for dulcimers?
Hello Everyone! Is there any non-toxic finishes you would recommend using for a dulcimer? I was thinking of trying out shellac but I’ve never used...
@haleymuse started 7 years ago - replies: 8
Jethro Amburgey Chronology
I've been collecting notes from the various Amburgey dulcimers I've encountered in person, as well as the various notes that people have included...
@Clockdr started 7 years ago - replies: 6
Small Octave dulcimer plans or measurements
i’d like to try building an octave dulcimer and am wondering if anyone knows where I might find plans or measurements. Thanks! Dave
@Davesterino started 7 years ago - replies: 9
name that (partial) chord: 5-6-6+ in DAd
This is not a game, but a genuine question. I am working on an arrangement of "Londonderry Air" ("Danny Boy") in a DAd tuning, and in one spot use...
@Dusty Turtle started 7 years ago - replies: 9
First Cedar Build
I have used cedar before for the soundboard, but this is the first time I have used it for all parts; with the exception of adding African...
@Kusani started 7 years ago - replies: 1
Hickory Haven Dulcimers - So, a Hickory Build
Our residence, located in the country, is called Hickory Haven. A local lumber mill which produces 2" x 2" x 48" billets for making tool...
@Kusani started 7 years ago - replies: 6
"Glory" in all her glory
Now heading for Durango is "Glory", a Melton-style Galax dulcimer made of cherry.
@John C. Knopf started 7 years ago - replies: 10