Richard, what can I write that hasn't already been written? I think you're doing a great job and the enthusiasm is infectious. :) I don't think you play too aggressively at all. I am looking forward to watching your relationship with this wonderful instrument develop. Thanks for sharing this video, and for putting a big smile on my face also.
Richard, perhaps one thing you don't realize is that aside from your learning to play the dulcimer, you are already teaching . You are teaching that little girl how to pursue something new and challenging without worrying so much about how others might see it, without worrying about it being perfect. This is a wonderful example you are setting for her, and from the looks of her happy dancing, she is learning the lesson well. See how she even mimics you at the end when you cheer your own efforts! You are teaching her to fully appreciate the joys of life.
Like the Japanese proverb-
We are fools whether we dance or not, so we might as well dance.
I love it Richard - you'll be playing loads of tunes in no time at all
In terms of a tip - You could make life a little easier for yourself if you found a way of keepng the dulcimer more secure on your lap. Either a strap or just sticky pads and nice wide knees. If the instrument was secure then you wouldn't feel you were playing aggressively - because you are not! You are just playing with the natural inaccuracy of someone doing something physically new to them. Secure the instrument and you'll become more accurate, more quickly.
That's really excellent for three weeks, Richard. I suggest you just continue what you are doing. Keep working on the steady back-and-forth strumming of your right hand and there is no limit to what you'll be able to play.
11/28/11 06:31:33PM @john-henry:
Nice one Richard !, tho' I reckon a few more bars and you might have had one giddy little girl on your hands, lolthank youJohnH
Richard, what can I write that hasn't already been written? I think you're doing a great job and the enthusiasm is infectious. :) I don't think you play too aggressively at all. I am looking forward to watching your relationship with this wonderful instrument develop. Thanks for sharing this video, and for putting a big smile on my face also.
Kind regards,
Brian
Richard, perhaps one thing you don't realize is that aside from your learning to play the dulcimer, you are already teaching . You are teaching that little girl how to pursue something new and challenging without worrying so much about how others might see it, without worrying about it being perfect. This is a wonderful example you are setting for her, and from the looks of her happy dancing, she is learning the lesson well. See how she even mimics you at the end when you cheer your own efforts! You are teaching her to fully appreciate the joys of life.
Like the Japanese proverb-
We are fools whether we dance or not, so we might as well dance.
Thanks for the secure tip. I think some of stick pads, the ones used in drawers, my help. I did not notice that. Thanks for the feedback.
I love it Richard - you'll be playing loads of tunes in no time at all
In terms of a tip - You could make life a little easier for yourself if you found a way of keepng the dulcimer more secure on your lap. Either a strap or just sticky pads and nice wide knees. If the instrument was secure then you wouldn't feel you were playing aggressively - because you are not! You are just playing with the natural inaccuracy of someone doing something physically new to them. Secure the instrument and you'll become more accurate, more quickly.
Robin
That's really excellent for three weeks, Richard. I suggest you just continue what you are doing. Keep working on the steady back-and-forth strumming of your right hand and there is no limit to what you'll be able to play.
Nice one Richard !, tho' I reckon a few more bars and you might have had one giddy little girl on your hands, lolthank youJohnH
AWESOME!!! I love it!
Thanks for all the kind words. I love the instrument. It does bring me joy.
Wow, that is so happy and terrific- I love it!!
Nothing like home made music to make a happy home.
Plus, you have a great right hand rhythm already.