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@dusty • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "HELP Chord F":

"You got it, Jon! Yes, 1+, 1+, 4 is an F chord. (You can also do a partial F or F minor by playing 1+, 1+, 1+.) The notes of an F chord are F, A, and C...."

@lilley-pad • one month ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "HELP Chord F":

"Okay, looks like I need some help with my chords. I'm not getting this one. I'm not finding it in any of my chord books or on any of my chord information..."

@john-c-knopf • one month ago • comments: 18
Posted a new Comment on @john-c-knopf:

"Now that I see these photos, I'm sure those 3 machine pegs could be removed and 3 Wittner pegs substituted for them. A good local guitar (or fiddle)..."

@richard-streib • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @n-stromberg:

"Glad you joined N Stromberg. Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. This is a great place with a lot of information and some of the greatest folks in..."

@richard-streib • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @shelli-pleasantt:

"Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer Shelli Pleasantt. So glad you joined. This is an active dulcimer community with a lot of information on these..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Dulcimer History and Tradition":

"On another website, The Traditional Appalachian Dulcimore link , a few folks were wondering if any dulcimer clubs or groups spend any time looking at the..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on @kittiwake1:

"Another vote for Wittner pegs. Ken "The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @shelli-pleasantt:

"Welcome to FOTMD, Shelli. It's good to have you aboard. You have found a great place to connect with other mountain dulcimer enthusiasts. Have fun exploring..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @n-stromberg:

"Welcome to FOTMD, N Stromberg. It's good to have you aboard. This is a wonderful place to begin your dulcimer journey. We are a friendly and knowledgeable..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Bob Thomason dulcimer player and maker :

"That's a very nice dulcimer with a great sound. You do good work. Thanks for sharing. Ken "The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""

@davisjames • one month ago • comments: 0
Liked a youtube item created by @studentofrhythm: Savior, Redeemer of My Soul

@kittiwake1 • one month ago • comments: 18
Posted a new Comment on @john-c-knopf:

"Here it is. Thanks for the suggestion of using Wittner pegs. I never heard of them, but they look like just the thing this dulcimer needs."

@robin-thompson • one month ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Bob Thomason dulcimer player and maker :

"Sure is a pretty one! That wormy Chestnut and spalted Cherry look and sound good. "

@david-bennett • one month ago • comments: 11
Posted a new Comment on Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: September:

"I'm a bit late this month, my plate is getting too full!! Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: September..."

@dulcimerbob • one month ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Bob Thomason dulcimer player and maker :

"John C. Knopf: Beautiful workmanship and sound! So nice. Thank you"

@richard-streib • one month ago • comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on @kittiwake1:

"I also like the Wittner pegs. Arthritis in my hands limits my use of tapered pegs, as much as I wish I could use them."

@john-c-knopf • one month ago • comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on @kittiwake1:

"Can we see some photos? It sounds like it could be done, to me, but I'd need to see photos. Have you heard of Wittner pegs? They look like ebony but are..."

@strumelia • one month ago • comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on @kittiwake1:

"Hi, and welcome! Try posting your questions in our Forums rather than on your own profile page... you'll more likely get responses that way. Here's a good..."

@john-c-knopf • one month ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Bob Thomason dulcimer player and maker :

"Beautiful workmanship and sound! So nice."

@dulcimerbob • one month ago • comments: 4

Posted new YouTube video(s):
Bob Thomason dulcimer player and maker

@kittiwake1 • one month ago • comments: 10
Posted a new Comment on @kittiwake1:

"Hi everyone, I have a question regarding restoration of a vintage dulcimer, but can't figure out precisely where to post it within this website. So, here..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @msteg3:

"Welcome to FOTMD, Msteg3. It's good to have you aboard. I look forward to your questions. You might try searching this site for things that interest you. We..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Playing a dulcimer at a ham radio flea market":

"Thanks for the story Peter. I enjoyed it. You never know where dulcimer might appear. Ken "The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""

@dusty • one month ago • comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @pete-babechuk: Playing a dulcimer at a ham radio flea market

@strumelia • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Playing a dulcimer at a ham radio flea market":

"Pete, i just love that story! "

@robin-thompson • one month ago • comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @pete-babechuk: Playing a dulcimer at a ham radio flea market

@shopdad • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Playing a dulcimer at a ham radio flea market":

"Hey Pete I know the feeling. For many years the only thing I could play was the radio. Being at a Ham Radio event I suppose there are a few people like me...."

@pete-babechuk • one month ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Playing a dulcimer at a ham radio flea market":

"Just wanted to share this 'cuz I thought it was funny. So I went to the Monroe Michigan Ham Radio Club Hamfest a couple months ago. It's a swap and shop..."

@richard-streib • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @msteg3:

"Welcome Msteg3 to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad that you joined this active forum. There is a lot of knowledge represented here and a wide array of..."

@robin-thompson • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Play Music on the Porch Day 2026":

"Welcome to mountain dulcimer play, @kittiwake1! It's neat you're coming up with your own tunes. I enjoy making up the tunes my husband and I play--..."

@kittiwake1 • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Play Music on the Porch Day 2026":

"Very nice! By the way, do any of you enjoy making up your own tunes? I'm just a beginner on the mountain dulcimer, but I find myself strumming various..."

@ken-longfield • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @tupelo-honey:

"Welcome to FOTMD, Tupelo Honey. It's good to have you aboard. Do you have a mountain dulcimer and are you playing it. Have fun exploring this site. You can..."

@richard-streib • one month ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @tupelo-honey:

"Welcome Tupelo Honey to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. So glad you joined.This is a very active community of dulcimer afficianados. We are here to support..."

@richard-streib • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "The Positive Thread...":

"Robin Thompson: I don't know whether it's a Modern Mountain Dulcimer or not. These days, I believe Don has been playing the very cool Troublesome Creek..."

@robin-thompson • one month ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "The Positive Thread...":

"While I'm at it, here's a link for the 2026 Hindman Dulcimer Homecoming:..."

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