Written in 1948 by songwriter, film and television actor, Stan Jones, this arrangement in intended for solo mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is suitable for the intermediate level player who has a knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing. Please note that the arrangement makes use of a capo and a 1 fret.

Three pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics, guitar accompaniment chords and a reading list are included.

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ISBN 9781610651219. Dulcimer a La Mode takes the mystery out of modal tuning and playing for the mountain dulcimer player by presenting four common tunings (DAA, DAG, DAD, and DAC) with instructions for tuning, finding the scales and chords, and learning traditional tunes in each of the four modes. This book will encourage players to re-tune their instrument and learn more of its versatility. Each tune is presented as a melody with a drone in the mode indicated with strumming and rhythm guides. For most tunes, an optional arrangement or accompaniment is also provided using more complex chords and reflecting more traditional Western harmony. As a further learning tool, the accompanying online audio allows the listener to play along with the song as presented in the book. Includes access to online audio.

Alabama's 1982 "Christmas In Dixie" is arranged here for mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is intended for the intermediate level player who has a solid knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing, as opposed to the traditional strum and drone style most often associated with the dulcimer.

Three pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords are included.

A #1 worldwide hit for Tom Jones in 1966, this song was also covered by artists such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Porter Wagoner, Bobby Bare, Charley Pride and Elvis Presley. It is arranged for solo mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning.

It is intended for the intermediate level player with a working knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing. The arrangement makes use of a 1 fret on the middle string.

Two pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords are included.

From The Beatles 1967 album "St. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band," this arrangement has been created for solo mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is intended for the intermediate level player with a solid knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing. The arrangement makes use of both a 1 fret and a 0 fret. These notes are necessary to create the melody and chords. No option for avoiding these frets is available.

Three pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords are included.

ISBN 9781610659802. This manuscript is a collection of the tunes featured on Maggie Sansone's "Wind Drift" recording. The pieces, Celtic in style, were written for the 14/15 hammered dulcimer (the larger dulcimer with more chromatic notes) but can be played on the smaller 12/11 instrument as well. Chords are provided to identify harmonic structure, provide a guide for an accompanying instrument, and as encouragement for the reader to create his or her own variations. This book, in tandem with the aforementioned recording, will enhance the musician's understanding of the tunes and their spirit, offer insight into Maggie Sansone's playing and arranging style, and inspire new musical ideas.

A great Willie Nelson tune arranged for mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is intended for the upper intermediate level player.

The primary challenge to learning the song will be getting the correct feel of the triplets and shuffling rhythm. You will also encounter numerous three finger chords. The song is arranged in a chord-melody style instead of the traditional strum and drone style often associated with the dulcimer.

Included with the download is tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords. Three pages.

ISBN 9781513459127. 8.75x11.75 inches.

With over 70 fiddle tunes arranged for Appalachian dulcimer, this book includes both common session tunes that everyone should know and a handful of obscure gems. The tunes include a representative collection of what people are playing in the current old-time music scene. The author has indicated the source of the tune when known, plus notes on achieving the proper feel and playing style.Although a few of the arrangements are real finger-twisters, most are well within the reach of the intermediate dulcimer player. Some tunes are written for old-time noter style playing, some are best fretted with your fingers. All of the arrangements include suggested chords for guitar or other instruments. One or two include lyrics; most do not.Old-time tunes tend to be played in fiddle-friendly keys like D, G, A (major and minor), and C. Although you can play in most of those keys out of DAD tuning, the music really comes alive when you re-tune and let those drones ring. Tunings include DAA, DAD, DGD, AAA and more. The author includes notes on how to re-tune your dulcimer, as well as alternative tunings for some of the tunes.The author says, This book represents the fruits of over fifty years spent chasing down a good tune.Includes access to online audio of all of the tunes played on solo dulcimer.

Written in Hollywood, California during a heat wave, this arrangement is intended for solo mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is suitable for the intermediate level player with a working knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing. The song's familiarity should make it an easy one to learn.

Three pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords are included.

ISBN 9781619118041.

Anne Dodson's Field Guide to the Mountain Dulcimer, Book 2 continues from Field Guide to the Mountain Dulcimer, Book 1 (MB30608M), introducing two subsequent levels: aBranching Outa and aYou Take the Driveras Seata. These additional levels will improve your understanding of the fretboard and allow more seasoned players to create their own arrangements. Inside you will find extensive exercises and lots of original tunes with accompanying audio tracks. Fun, relaxed and encouraging instruction is at the heart of Anne Dodsonas approach in this series. Book 2 offers more tunes in DAD tuning, but also introduces DGD and DAC tunings. Includes access to online audio.

ISBN 9781513459684. 8.75x11.75 inches.

The tunes in this collection were chosen from Peggy Carters half-century of performing, teaching, and arranging music for the hammered dulcimer. This anthology contains 60 tunes arranged especially for novice to intermediate-level players of the 12/11 dulcimer, including suggestions for note reading, hammering patterns and embellishments. Playing the dulcimer is not effortless, but it should be fun! The title tune, Dulcimer Frolic, is a family heirloom originally written for mandolin by Peggys grandfather in the early 1920s; transcribed for hammered dulcimer, the tune really lives up to its name. In fact, every tune in the collection is designed for fun and frolic. Some have lyrics, some are presented as bare-bones melodies, and some are embellished. Youll find that these arrangements bring out the best in all of them.

A 1965 release for The Beatles, this arrangement is intended for chromatic mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is best suited for the intermediate level player with a working knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing.

The arrangement is mildly chromatic, using only one extra fret - the 0 The primary challenge to learning the arrangement will be its many syncopated rhythms, which are common in modern pop music.

Three pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords are included.

Reaching #1 on the American Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1963, this Japanese tune is arranged for mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is intended for the intermediate level player with a solid knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing. The primary challenge to learning and playing the arrangement will be quickly changing from one chord to the next.

Two pages. Tablature and guitar accompaniment chords are included.

Watch the YouTube performance of this arrangement at https://youtu.be/gpxorfcPQNI

One of Ronnie Milsap's best known songs, this arrangement is intended for solo mountain dulcimer in 1-5-8 or DAD tuning. It is suitable for the intermediate level player with a knowledge of three finger chords and chord-melody style of playing. The primary challenge will be smoothing out the rough spots with numerous hammer-ons, pull offs, and slides.

Four pages. Tablature, standard musical notation, lyrics and guitar accompaniment chords are included.