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Bookmatched back to dulcimer 'D3'

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03/16/15 05:17:51AM @john-henry:

Thanks Cy, as you might expect, the 'frustration factor' crept in, I just wanted a couple of 'long' days, lol, but that just did'nt happen ! You are correct, the timber came from a tree in Thornbury Castle, Glos, Eng. Built around the time that the Tudors were bumping people off, the tree was likely planted to provide Longbow staves ?

John

03/15/15 06:25:16PM @cynthia-wigington:

Amazing under the circumstances you are able to build a dulcimer. I remember when you first mentioned on chat that you had gotten the wood from an ancient yew tree from Thornburn Castle, I think you said. Anyway it sure looks stunning, and like everyone, can't wait to hear you play it.

03/15/15 02:37:17PM @john-henry:

View showing book matched 'spalted' back , clearly showing the underside of the 'tongue' type end block. Note ; the instrument is unfinished, ie, no applied finish, no strings, no bridge/nut, and temp. pegs !

JohnH