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@terry-jaye • one week ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Electrified dulcimer with a live edge:

"All major steps are complete and its time for final finishing. The wood body was factory finished and I tried to preserve as best I could. However, some..."

@richard-streib • one week ago • comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on Lonesome Valley:

"Well done John. Thank you for sharing this hold hymn."

@frank-dudgeon • one week ago • comments: 1
Liked a youtube item created by @john-w-mckinstry: Lonesome Valley

@john-w-mckinstry • one week ago • comments: 1

Posted new YouTube video(s):
Lonesome Valley

@david-bennett • one week ago • comments: 13
Posted a new Comment on Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: May:

"bump Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: May..."

@terry-jaye • one week ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Electrified dulcimer with a live edge:

"When the bridge position was determined, the rest of the elements were located. Receptacles were hollowed out on the top and bottom. I dislike using..."

@terry-jaye • one week ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Electrified dulcimer with a live edge:

"Nate: idea to have removable fingerboards. Is the idea that you could switch between diatonic and chromatic fret setups? That's the idea. I have another..."

@nate • one week ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Electrified dulcimer with a live edge:

"Looks great. Seems like a lot of time and energy went into this build, and id say it paid off. It's a very neat idea to have removable fingerboards. Is the..."

@richard-streib • one week ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":

"Such wise counsel from Strumelia. That is a very special dulcimer and one to treasure. Like her, I think it must have been meant for you. Play it and enjoy it."

@strumelia • one week ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":

"If it plays well (and i suspect it must), then if you intend to play dulcimer, even just a little for fun, why sell this at all? It's a hassle to sell and..."

@terry-jaye • one week 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 • one week ago • comments: 5
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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Any information about this dulcimer?":

"What a unique and impressive dulcimer. A treasure for sure."

@nate • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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-petry • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • one week 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 • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":

"Nice!"

@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 • 2 weeks ago • comments: 5
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 • 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 • 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 • 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. "

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