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Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"My brother pointed out in the video link I posted that the 2nd fret played sounded flat. Of course it did. I played the extra 1.5 fret that I installed...."
Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Electrified dulcimer with a live edge:
"I started the process of seeing where the various bits would fit. Removal of the metal shelf bracket left two holes in the body. I had some cheap..."
twanda
@twanda • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"I bought it at an estate sale because it was just too beautiful. However, I don't play! I am just a beginner and don't expect to get very advanced -- I..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"Very nice!  One suggestion springs to mind, seeing all of that face carving:  Ron Cook of Ron Cook Studios in California.  Ron built many, many instruments..."
Richard Streib
@richard-streib • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"What a unique and impressive dulcimer. A treasure for sure."
Nate
@nate • 2 weeks ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Not normally a rock song, but...:
"Unfortunately, there is a pretty huge loophole that is still used. We send the garbage to other countries with less regulatory oversight and have them dump..."
Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"John Pettreemusic: Probably easier to get out of the basement than the aircraft was..... Nice build.....Will it fly?   Yes, not excavating and cutting..."
Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"Strumelia: Nicely done, @terry-jaye .  Have you tested it out yet? What starter tune are you experimenting with?   It's in testing mode right now. I need..."
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Not normally a rock song, but...:
"Sad & true, the essence of the song is even more relevant today than when first written. "
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 1
Liked a group discussions item created by @sam-edelston: Cyndi Lauper to R&R Hall of Fame! So, True Colors
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on Cyndi Lauper to R&R Hall of Fame! So, True Colors:
"Sam, I'm a Cyndi Lauper fan and love this so much!  Your play of it is almost meditative and suits just right.  "
Sam Edelston
@sam-edelston • 2 weeks ago • comments: 1
Created a new Group discussion "Cyndi Lauper to R&R Hall of Fame! So, True Colors":
"I didn't plan to post another video so soon, but Sunday night they announced this year's inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and they finally..."
Rockin' in the Free World
Sam Edelston
@sam-edelston • 2 weeks ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Not normally a rock song, but...:
"Thanks, @nate  & @robin-thompson ! Nate, FYI, when this song was written, industrial waste was allowed to be dumped in the ocean - a practice that's..."
John Pettreemusic
@john-petry • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"Probably easier to get out of the basement than the aircraft was..... Nice build.....Will it fly?"
Strumelia
@strumelia • 2 weeks ago • comments: 21
Posted a new Comment on Hindman Dulcimer Homecoming 2025 -(KY):
"You could consider Galax players as well if looking for a teacher to hire. Kimberly Burnett, or is Phyllis Gaskins still teaching?Ken Longfield- I am sure..."
Strumelia
@strumelia • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"What an absolute jewel of a dulcimer!  Do you own it, and if so, where/how did you get it? It's hard to believe that someone would put that much skilled work..."
Strumelia
@strumelia • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"Nicely done, @terry-jaye .  Have you tested it out yet? What starter tune are you experimenting with?"
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 16
Posted a new Comment on Peonies in the Field:
"You're most welcome, @steve-c !  Playing with a noter is all I know and it's fun to explore even after being at it for, nearly, a couple decades.  "
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 21
Posted a new Comment on Hindman Dulcimer Homecoming 2025 -(KY):
"Just a thought:   Noter play often seems presented as a singular style (and/or, primarily, for beginners) when there is plenty of variation with particular..."
Damon
@damon • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"Nice!"
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"What a lovely instrument!  Made by a very skilled woodworker, for sure.  No 6.5 fret and not a reproduction build of some kind.  It's very cool.  "
Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 6
Created a new Group discussion "Electrified dulcimer with a live edge":
"I'd like to post the build process of my electric dulcimer. I have a number of photos and will post in segments. Please keep in mind that I'm not a..."
Dulcimer Making
Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":
"Hello all. I've been aware of dulcimers for over 52 years, but never learned to play. I built one from plans in a 1973 Popular Science issue when I was age..."
Terry Jaye
@terry-jaye • 2 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @terry-jaye:
"Thanks for the welcome. I'll introduce myself and journey in the appropriate spot. "
Nate
@nate • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"That is such a neat dulcimer. The craftsmanship and detail is insane, and the woods are so beautiful. "
Dusty Turtle
@dusty • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @twanda: Any information about this dulcimer?
Nate
@nate • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"Wow that is so cool"
Ken Longfield
@ken-longfield • 2 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @terry-jaye:
"Welcome to FOTMD Terry Jaye. I look forward to your participation in these discussions; especially the ones about dulcimer building. You are going back in..."
Ken Longfield
@ken-longfield • 2 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @twanda:
"Welcome to FOTMD Twanda. One of the early catalogers of mountain dulcimers typed them by shape. Certain regions offered a particular shape. There is a good..."
cairney
@steve-c • 2 weeks ago • comments: 16
Posted a new Comment on Peonies in the Field:
"Thanks so much Robin! Love this! You are an amazing player! Noter skills galore!"
twanda
@twanda • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Any information about this dulcimer?":
"There is no maker's mark on the inside that I can see."
Ken Longfield
@ken-longfield • 2 weeks ago • comments: 21
Posted a new Comment on Hindman Dulcimer Homecoming 2025 -(KY):
"Are there any teachers of noter playing that folks can recommend? Ken "The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""
Richard Streib
@richard-streib • 2 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @terry-jaye:
"Welcome Terry Jaye to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined. This is a very active forum. We have a dulcimer makers group where you will find..."
Richard Streib
@richard-streib • 2 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @twanda:
"Welcome Twanda to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a wonderful place to learn all about the mountain dulcimer. There is a good bit..."
Robin Thompson
@robin-thompson • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "The Positive Thread...":
"@frank-dudgeon It'd be fun to try it as a trio yet our niece lives in another state and we don't often see her.  We're happy you love our little tune!  "
 
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