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@steven-stroot
• one month ago
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Posted a response to "Fret addition?":
Posted a response to "Fret addition?":
"Wow! Every forum submissison I enter becomes a gigantic learning experience for me. I'm trying my best to follow your strumming discussion. Thanks for..."
@steven-stroot
• one month ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Fret addition?":
Created a new forum topic "Fret addition?":
"I got my 3 string dulcimer and am enjoying the learning process. (However, I'm finding that strumming in BOTH directions while fretting is like rubbing my..."
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
"Corvus: Thanks for the additional input. The variety of picking and strumming styles is one of the things that make dulcimers fascinating. I've played the..."
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
"Wow, even more interesting dulcimer information to store in my memory banks! Thanks again for the great instruction!"
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
"Thanks everyone for your kind and valued input. You're responses have all increased my knowledge of "dulcimology"!"
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
Posted a response to "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
"My previous question dealt with the arched or scalloped bottom surface of the fret board. My thanks to those who responded. My current inquiry is..."
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
Created a new forum topic "What's the scoop on "scoops"?":
"I'm the new guy with the steep learning curve. I did a forum search for "fret board scoops" and found nothing. So, my question... What is the purpose of..."
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Dulcimer design question":
Posted a response to "Dulcimer design question":
"Thanks. It appears dulcimer construction has a lot in common with banjo building... You never know exactly what tone you'll be getting out of your choice..."
@steven-stroot
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Dulcimer design question":
Created a new forum topic "Dulcimer design question":
"Is there an advantage to fret boards that are scalloped on the bottom so they only contact the instrument's top at a few points? "
@steven-stroot
• 3 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Fret necessary?":
Posted a response to "Fret necessary?":
"That answers my question. Once again, you've come through for me. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!"
@steven-stroot
• 3 months ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Fret necessary?":
Created a new forum topic "Fret necessary?":
"When looking for an instrument to purchase, is it important to have the 6 1/2 fret?"
Hi Steven, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the dulcimer, and to meet some good people.
Ben
Hey Steve, welcome aboard. Glad ya found us.
Welcome Steven Stroot to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a great place to learn and get all your questions answered.
Welcome to FOTMD, Steven. It is good to have you aboard. I look forward to your participation in these discussions. Ask your questions. We have answers.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."