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@richard-streib
• yesterday
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Just starting out, have a question:
Posted a new Comment on Just starting out, have a question:
"If you start out with the 6.5 fret and play in Ionian mode you will learn to skip over it as if it isn't there.
Starting with songs for which you know the..."
@richard-streib
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Help with restoring a 1962 Arthur Dixon dulcimer?":
Posted a response to "Help with restoring a 1962 Arthur Dixon dulcimer?":
"Beautiful work. What a nice traditional sound. Thanks for sharing."
@richard-streib
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Free Tab books, New (taken)":
Posted a response to "Free Tab books, New (taken)":
"Gone off to Canada."
@richard-streib
• 3 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on @jmjlori84:
Posted a new Comment on @jmjlori84:
"Welcome jmjkori84 to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined. This is a great place to learn all about the mountain dulcimer and get all of your..."
@richard-streib
• 4 days ago
• comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on @susu49:
Posted a new Comment on @susu49:
"Welcome Susu49 to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a wonderful community of folks who love the mountain dulcimer. There is a lot of..."
@richard-streib
• 6 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @majek888:
Posted a new Comment on @majek888:
"Glad you joined, Majek888. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Getting your first dulcimer is sometimes daunting. Kenl has offered some good advice...."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @judysue25:
Posted a new Comment on @judysue25:
"Great to have you join Judysue25. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. There is a lot of information here for you to share with your group. Let us..."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 8
Posted a new Comment on @sunshinedawn:
Posted a new Comment on @sunshinedawn:
"Glad you joined Sunshinedawn. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Your new acquisition sounds interesting. I look forward to seeing some pictures...."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on @old-dawg:
Posted a new Comment on @old-dawg:
"Welcome Old Dawg to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a great place with lots of information. Look around and get a feel of what all..."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Free Tab books, New (taken)":
Created a new forum topic "Free Tab books, New (taken)":
"Volumes I, II, and III Playing the Dulcimer Made Easy by Jeff Lambert. DAA and DAd tabs. New unused. FREE. You pay shipping charges.
Information at..."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "2 dulcimer dilemma":
Posted a response to "2 dulcimer dilemma":
"Ah, the DAD malady has struck. That is "dulcimer acquisition disorder." Thankfully it is not fatal.
Seriously, I have a number of dulcimers. For the music..."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @kevinrh:
Posted a new Comment on @kevinrh:
"Welcome KevinRH to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's great to have you join. You mention building. You may want to become part of the dulcimer making..."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on @intelisano:
Posted a new Comment on @intelisano:
"Welcome Intelisano to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. Congrats on your Keith Young dulcimer. I see you have already asked a question and..."
@richard-streib
• one week ago
• comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on @robert-owens:
Posted a new Comment on @robert-owens:
"Welcome Robert Owens to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. How special to have and to fix up that old dulcimer that has been a part of your..."
@richard-streib
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 30
Posted a new Comment on Suggestions please for buying a first dulcimer:
Posted a new Comment on Suggestions please for buying a first dulcimer:
"Joe that seems to be a good price. The Warren May is the better deal as far as value. Warren's dulcimers are considered "better" by some for playing in..."
@richard-streib
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @cabbagejen:
Posted a new Comment on @cabbagejen:
"Cabbagejen, we're glad you joined. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. There is a lot of information here and some great folks with a lot of..."
@richard-streib
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @tulip:
Posted a new Comment on @tulip:
"Welcome Tulip to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. Yes the dulcimer is sometimes a go-to instrument when the hands begin to limit playing..."
@richard-streib
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on @alex-lubet:
Posted a new Comment on @alex-lubet:
"Glad you joined Alex_Lubert. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. There is a lot of information here and a lot of great folks with much expertise and..."
@richard-streib
• 2 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @dwyerjh:
Posted a new Comment on @dwyerjh:
"Glad you joined Dwerjh. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. This is a great place to connect with mountain dulcimer folks and many who play baritone..."
@richard-streib
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @mom-clogs:
Posted a new Comment on @mom-clogs:
"Welcome MomClogs to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined. If you have questions be sure to ask. We are here to support each other."
@richard-streib
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @bglover:
Posted a new Comment on @bglover:
"Welcome Bglover to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. There is a lot of information here so look around. Be sure to ask any questions you..."
@richard-streib
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on The Garden Hymn:
Posted a new Comment on The Garden Hymn:
"So beautiful. I had never heard that hymn. I sure would like to learn it ."
@richard-streib
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @pux0r3:
Posted a new Comment on @pux0r3:
"Good to have you join PuxOr3. You have come to the best place to ask questions about the mountain dulcimer. There is a lot expertise and knowledge..."
@richard-streib
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @karen-lee:
Posted a new Comment on @karen-lee:
"Welcome Karen Lee to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. I know you will enjoy your new to you dulcimer. As Kenl said we are here to help; so..."
@richard-streib
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @ehmary:
Posted a new Comment on @ehmary:
"Glad to have you join Ehmary. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. There is a lot of information here. Look around a bit. Let us know if you have any..."
@richard-streib
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on @badger:
Posted a new Comment on @badger:
"So glad you joined Badger. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. This is a great community of folks who love the mountain dulcimer. Look around and..."
@richard-streib
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on @mike59:
Posted a new Comment on @mike59:
"Welcome Mike59 to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a wonderful place with a lot great folks here. Let us know if you have..."
@richard-streib
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @michael-g:
Posted a new Comment on @michael-g:
"Glad you joined Michael G. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. I look forward to you sharing your knowledge and expertise with the members here. Let..."
@richard-streib
• 4 weeks ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @margies:
Posted a new Comment on @margies:
"Glad you joined MargieS. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. That is a beautiful dulcimer you offer for sale.I hope it finds a good home."
@richard-streib
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @aditi:
Posted a new Comment on @aditi:
"Welcome Aditi to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined. This is a very friendly and informative forum. For many of us the wonder of the..."
@richard-streib
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @dawn-t:
Posted a new Comment on @dawn-t:
"Welcome Dawn T to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer from a fellow North Carolinian. So glad you joined. This is a wonderful community of folks who love the..."
@richard-streib
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @thymos:
Posted a new Comment on @thymos:
"Welcome Thymos to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a great community of dulcimer folks.There is a lot of information here. Let us..."
@richard-streib
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @marie-sebens:
Posted a new Comment on @marie-sebens:
"Welcome Marie Sebens to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined. Its great to have you with us. There is a lot of information here about the..."
@richard-streib
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @bpalumbo:
Posted a new Comment on @bpalumbo:
"Glad you joined Bpalumbo. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Sounds exciting that you were a dulcimer luthier in BC. Lots of information on this..."
@richard-streib
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @david-w:
Posted a new Comment on @david-w:
"Great to have you join David W. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Look around. There is a lot of information here. If you need help, just ask. We..."
Latest Group Discussions
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A general copyright question
Is there a reliable way to learn if the printed version of the song I...
@Richard Streib 6 years ago - Comments: 4
Seek Ye First
I want to learn the hymn Seek Ye First in noter drone style.The hymnal I...
@Richard Streib 10 years ago - Comments: 17
Which builder for a brighter more traditional voice?
Does anyone recommend a particular builder for a custom instrument to...
@Richard Streib 8 years ago - Comments: 5
Festivals for noter drone style playing
Anyone know of a festival that features mostly or all noter drone style...
@Richard Streib 14 years ago - Comments: 54
Finish wearing on fretboard
I have a Walnut Valley dulcimer I purchased second hand in October...
@Richard Streib 6 years ago - Comments: 12
Observation: Your thoughts welcome
I have noted some wear, albeit slight, on the frets under the melody...
@Richard Streib 7 years ago - Comments: 9
Leonard Glenn Dulcimer
Thought I would ask if anyone has the dimensions of the Leonard Glenn...
@Richard Streib 7 years ago - Comments: 6
Use of Copyright material
If I purchase sheet music, write out the dulcimer tab and play it...
@Richard Streib 8 years ago - Comments: 2
Playing ionian tuning in keys other than D
I prefer ionian mode. Does anyone have a chart or reference which gives...
@Richard Streib 8 years ago - Comments: 30
How to practice effectively
I live in an area without any instructors. I much prefer noter drone...
@Richard Streib 8 years ago - Comments: 11
Noter Drone on a baritone
A novice player here. Is it possible to play in ionian mode noter drone...
@Richard Streib 9 years ago - Comments: 6
Noter drone teacher in central NC
I am interested to find out if there may be a noter drone teacher in...
@Richard Streib 11 years ago - Comments: 2
Possum board
I am wanting to make a possum board for my dulcimer. First of all, I am...
@Richard Streib 11 years ago - Comments: 5
CD's in noter drone style
Can anyone recommend CD's with songs played in noter drone style?
@Richard Streib 11 years ago - Comments: 19
Comments
03/29/25 09:23:37AM @mike59:
Thank you very much for the welcome message Richard, I appreciate it! Looking forward to my second adventure with the dulcimer!
03/25/25 08:16:07PM @aditi:
Richard! I appreciate the warm welcome. This community has been so kind and encouraging so far and I look forward to engaging more! All best, Aditi
02/24/25 10:58:49PM @msok:
Hi Richard, thank you for the warm welcome! I'm from Japan and currently live here. In Japan, not many people play the mountain dulcimer, and there aren’t any events or communities for it. Even getting accessories like capos can be a challenge. I’m really looking forward to learning more about this instrument, and I appreciate the offer to ask questions. I’ll definitely reach out if I need any advice.
01/23/25 10:18:16PM @dtortorich:
This is Dave Tortorich. I recall that you found a dulimer group. Are you still playing with them?
01/15/25 08:42:26PM @richard-streib:
Ricco, on the home page on the right side banner the dulcimer making group is the third one down. Click on it, On the next page at the top click on join group. Hope that helps.
12/19/24 07:51:28PM @don-patrick:
Thanks for the warm welcome. Wayne Henderson from Carlisle, PA, got me hooked on the mountain dulcimer several years ago (after my wife had repeatedly encouraged me to give the dulcimer a try). This is my first stringed instrument and although rhythmically challenged I seem to have a pretty good ear and enjoy playing. We lived in Carlisle from 2015 to 2020 and played with Wayne and his wife Elissa.
We currently have 2 dulcimers made by Wayne and one made by Benjamin Stone. The latter had been dropped and the neck broken. Wayne was able to masterfully repair it and added mechanical tuners....I didn't have much success with the original tuner pegs. It's a wonderful instrument.
Are there any dulcimer players near Warrenton, VA, that would like to get together and play. I'm an advanced beginner. I'm also a Patron of Bing Futch which allows me to share any of Bing's TAB music and MP3 recordings with folks I play with.
Don
11/20/24 07:21:20PM @rich-h:
Thanks Richard. I'm making a dulcimer from a 30-year-old kit I bought from a neighbor. Interesting work.
Rich H
11/15/24 03:53:43PM @strumelia:
Richard, thank you so much for generously being a Patron member of FOTMD. 
11/05/24 11:04:31AM @geneco:
Richard I will join that thread and look forward to good information from knowledgeable people.
Gene
