This is indeed a wonderful and inspiring place, Nila! All the styles, songs, and interests on display, and the vibrancy and friendliness of the interaction--I don't know of another place like it. The dulcimer itself--with its welcoming simplicity that at the same time encourages experimentation--seems to possess the charm.

Paddle 'n' play, filipinouker! I'd recommend a portage around the falls, tho, unless you've got some lives to spare

Thank you, Carolyn!

nice job

I appreciate the look and the listen, Helen!

Thanks, Patty!

Beautiful!!!

I appreciate that, Carrie! Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you, Edward!

Thanks, John and Dusty! And Rick: I live not too far away, but don't get over to the AT as much as I'd like. Whenever I do drive through Happy Valley, though, I think about the name and can't help but smile.

I like the tune, I like the film, I like the dulcimer demo.

Nice job!

Great interpretation! Makes me homesick--I used to teach in Carter County (Unaka and Happy Valley).

The first part of this is a slowed-down, tabbed "performance" for anyone who'd like to learn the tune.