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Sometimes missing the melody string when I strum
Hello all. Beginner Mountain Dulcimer player. As I practice I find I am having a lot of problems, but top of the list is my tendency to often miss...
@DavidG started 2 years ago - replies: 5
Tab Paper
Does anyone know where I can find a sheet of blank, three-line Tab paper? I've searched, but all I can find is paper with the three-line Tab...
@ceilidhdog started 2 years ago - replies: 2
Stainless-wound or phosphor bronze-wound bass string
Can someone explain to me the difference, if any, between these strings? Thanks in advance.
@ceilidhdog started 2 years ago - replies: 10
Dulcimer ergonomics?
I am still at the beginner stages with the mountain dulcimer, and I am loving the journey. I am hoping that someone has tips on Dulcimer ergonomics...
@Learning Always started 3 years ago - replies: 9
Tuning tip
You will need a tuner that displays frequency. There are a number of them for cellphones online if needed. When tightening, the approximate...
@Skip started 2 years ago - replies: 0
New player :)
Hello, I'm mark and I'm 33 from the uk. I have just ordered my first dulicmer, I'm exited to learn to play it. I'm interested in the...
@markprewett28 started 3 years ago - replies: 7
From Ionian to Mixolydian
I'm trying out Mixolydian (going from CGG to CGC). However, this of course causes a flat note at the 6th fret. I don't have a 6+ fret. I know...
@RoyB started 2 years ago - replies: 20
Length of commercial straps
I am in the process of weaving a strap for my first mountain dulcimer. It will have a 26" VSL. I was hoping someone here could measure the...
@TheresaSC started 2 years ago - replies: 16
How should I tune?
"I'm confused as to what tuning I should use , everyone uses different it seems , any ideas what tuning is best for a new player , thanks ? "
@markprewett28 started 3 years ago - replies: 26
Tuning issue (including breaking a string)
Hi all, I recently got an old dulcimer and have had a ton of fun learning to play it. However, sometimes when I tune back up to DAD from CGC I hear...
@Canadian Dulcimer Boy started 2 years ago - replies: 3
Should a beginner buy this 6-string dulcimer/epinette?
Hello all ! I am brand new to the world of dulcimers, and would love to pick your brains if you have a minute. I'm considering buying this...
@Aska started 3 years ago - replies: 11
Pick Advice Needed
I am a folk guitar player who uses bare fingers or thumb and finger pick - rarely strumming and never with a flat pick. So as I start to learn to...
@RoyB started 3 years ago - replies: 23
Term definitions please: chromatic & diatonic
I do not understand what diatonic vs chromatic means. I would also like to understand and know the purpose of a capo. I've googled and still...
@Buckskinbelle started 3 years ago - replies: 15
Good sources/materials for lap cloths?
What's a good source/material for a lap cloth to keep the dulcimer from jumping around? [As much fun as it is honing my Tai Chi skills while...
@Greg Patterson started 10 years ago - replies: 20
need some guideance
does anyone have a suggestion as to how i can get my wife to relax her picking hand as most know my wife has dementia, she was also hit by a hit...
@Don Smith started 3 years ago - replies: 11
New to site and have some questions
hello everyone I play Banjo and Mandolin I am searching for my first Dulcimer and have a few questions #1- I am looking for a Dulcimer for my...
@Don Smith started 3 years ago - replies: 9
barre chord question
Hello, looking for advice on forming these on the dulcimer, which finger(s) to use, do I roll the finger to the bony edge toward the nut like on a...
@Dave T started 3 years ago - replies: 2
The bottom Tablature
Okay, I've googled this a bit. Even watched a video where a young lady was explaining how to play each.Take a look at the linked pdf. I...
@Pete Babechuk started 3 years ago - replies: 5
Ready to Begin!
I got my dulcimer delivered a few days ago. I am so looking forward to learning and making beautiful music! I've been reading over some of the...
@CarolynF started 3 years ago - replies: 5
have some questions about dulcimer care and getting started
hello all, my first post here and have some questions.i just bought a mcspadden m12-w special should be here Tuesday. mcspadden told be it was...
@richmo started 3 years ago - replies: 5