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@shopdad
• yesterday
• comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
"I am able to view these comments now. I don't recall clicking on "unjoin", but could have by accident, I believe they call it a senior moment.
As far as a..."
@wally-venable
• 2 days ago
• comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on Gardner Winter Music Festival:
Posted a new Comment on Gardner Winter Music Festival:
"GARDNER WINTER MUSIC FESTIVAL
February 27 & 28, 2026
South Middle School, Morgantown, WV
Traditional Appalachian Music,..."
@wendell-g
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @karen-b: Wanted: The “next” dulcimer
Liked a forum discussions item created by @karen-b: Wanted: The “next” dulcimer
@strumelia
• 2 days ago
• comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
"Shopdad:
I see I'm getting responses (12) but when I click on them I get a notice, the page is not available.
Hi @Shopdad. Can you provide me with a..."
@ken-longfield
• 2 days ago
• comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
"It's good to have you back. Can't help with the problems you are experiencing. I look forward to seeing some more of our instrument building.
Ken
"The..."
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 2 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @casserole:
Posted a new Comment on @casserole:
"Hi Casserole, 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..."
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 2 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @linda5076:
Posted a new Comment on @linda5076:
"Hi Linda, 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,..."
@robin-thompson
• 2 days ago
• comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on The Siege of Mariupol:
Posted a new Comment on The Siege of Mariupol:
"Jamie, this is a meaningful way to honor those soldiers in 2022 and the people of Ukraine today. "
@robin-thompson
• 2 days ago
• comments: 1
Liked a music item created by @davisjames: The Siege of Mariupol
Liked a music item created by @davisjames: The Siege of Mariupol
@shopdad
• 2 days ago
• comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
"I see I'm getting responses (12) but when I click on them I get a notice, the page is not available. "
@shopdad
• 2 days ago
• comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
Posted a new Comment on @shopdad:
"Well, looks like I'm still having problems with FOTMD site. I can get on occasionally (like now) but not receiving any feedback or post from others. I miss..."
@sylvia
• 3 days ago
• comments: 528
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:
"Hi Ken,
I appreciate the welcome. As a beginner I am going to use the D A dd tuning. "
@davisjames
• 3 days ago
• comments: 4
Liked a youtube item created by @martin-oesterle: Down the river I go uncle Joe
Liked a youtube item created by @martin-oesterle: Down the river I go uncle Joe
@davisjames
• 3 days ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on extracts from FolkStream concert :
Posted a new Comment on extracts from FolkStream concert :
"Beautiful playing.I found it especially interesting how "Cascade" has grown....it was good before but now it's in full bloom."
@davisjames
• 3 days ago
• comments: 8
Liked a music item created by @robin-thompson: All the Abandoned Mines (with birds singing outside)
Liked a music item created by @robin-thompson: All the Abandoned Mines (with birds singing outside)
@strumelia
• 3 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
"Great added videos to show the differing effects, Jack. Thanks!"
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
"@casserole Here in Ohio, the air is quite dry in Winter and I assume the same for your climate. Be sure to never store a wooden instrument near a heat..."
@wally-venable
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
"You mentioned "Low-Maintenance." Provided that they are properly set up when purchased, lap dulcimers don't need much maintenance work except when a string..."
@casserole
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
"Thank you both so much for your help! I really needed a little boost of confidence before making the investment. I just placed an order on Reverb for an..."
@richard-streib
• 4 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @linda5076:
Posted a new Comment on @linda5076:
"Welcome Linda5076 to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined. You might consider joining the Beginner group on this forum. Please ask as you..."
@richard-streib
• 4 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @casserole:
Posted a new Comment on @casserole:
"So glad you joined Casserole. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Like Ken said, this is a great community with a strong desire to help each other...."
@robin-thompson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
"Ken L has given you wonderful advice, casserole. I wish you a joyous mountain dulcimer journey! "
@robin-thompson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @casserole: Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models
Liked a forum discussions item created by @casserole: Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models
@jack-ferguson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
"This video adds some reverb and delay to resemble an organ, or harpsichord. Farther Along ."
@jack-ferguson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
"Thanks Ken. I use little to no effects on the amplifier. It is used mainly for volume, and to provide a deeper tone. My videos usually provide a song..."
@ken-longfield
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
Posted a response to "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
"Sometimes it is best to start with what type of music do you want to play? You mentioned that you played noter style. It is easier to play in a 1 5 5 tuning..."
@ken-longfield
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
"Thanks for sharing this Jack. I agree with Lisa that it has a harpsichord like sound. Is that a function of the amplifier you are using or does the dulcimer..."
@casserole
• 4 days ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
Created a new forum topic "Low-maintenance/easy-to-play dulcimer models":
"Hello! After 40-some years of wishing, I'm finally buying myself a dulcimer. I've been trying to educate myself, but I feel overwhelmed. I would greatly..."
@jack-ferguson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
Posted a new Comment on Simple Gifts on My Latest Cherry Walnut Electric TD:
"Thanks Lisa. Simple Gifts, and Church Hymns, are my favorite dulcimer songs because I can imitate the organ I heard as a child. Here is a short clip on..."
@robin-thompson
• 4 days ago
• comments: 7
https://fotmd.com/robin-thompson/uploaded_audio/1353/the-old-oaks
https://fotmd.com/robin-thompson/uploaded_audio/1353/the-old-oaks
@dusty
• 4 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on Beauty in Tears:
Posted a new Comment on Beauty in Tears:
"Nice playing, Dulcidom. Yes, some phrases in this piece are nearly identical to The Ash Grove, but there are also some interesting differences."
