I played Bluegrass music as a child/young adult. Playing the guitar hurt my fingers so much I gave up playing. I’m over 60 now so it might be a little late to learn a new instrument but I hope that using a noter will allow me to play without pain.
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AllJean Ritchie Dulcimer Instructional Album
I found this playlist on YouTube that is Jean Ritchie’s dulcimer...
@traildad 2 months ago - Comments: 15
Your favorite 155 tuning
I am exploring 155 tuning for Noter Drone style. After learning several...
@traildad 2 months ago - Comments: 20
Getting rid of the 6 1/2 fret_Wabash Cannonball
I am thinking about getting a dulcimer with a diatonic fretboard for...
@traildad 2 months ago - Comments: 1
Modern Noter Drone Dulcimers
Sometimes it seems as though all dulcimers made today are designed for...
@traildad 3 months ago - Comments: 39
Homemade Noter
I received some 3/4 Purple Heart dowel I want to experiment with for...
@traildad 4 months ago - Comments: 4
String gauge
I have read in different posts that string gauge is important and the...
@traildad 5 months ago - Comments: 17
A couple love songs?
I’m glad I saw this group mentioned in another post. I’m about to learn...
@traildad 5 months ago - Comments: 7
What key am I playing in?
I learning Old Joe Clark noter drone style. My dad asked me what key I...
@traildad 5 months ago - Comments: 7
Using TEFpad app to help learn new songs
I wasn’t sure if I should post this here or in the technology group. I...
@traildad 6 months ago - Comments: 3
Does anyone use tabledit/TEFpad
I searched for posts on tabledit and all that I looked at had no...
@traildad 6 months ago - Comments: 6
Choosing a dulcimer
I’m looking for a quality mid-range beginner dulcimer. I’m currently...
@traildad 6 months ago - Comments: 18
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Thanks for the friendly welcome. I’m just finding this section but I’m sure I’ll figure things out eventually. :-)
Welcome to FOTMD Traildad. It is good to have you aboard. I look forward to your participation in these discussions.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."
Hi Dad, 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, and to meet some good people.
Ben
Welcome Traildad to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Glad you joined. This is a wonderful place to learn and to meet many new dulcimer friends. Best wishes on your dulcimer journey. Ask your questions. We are here to help.