This instruction manual and song collection is a well-crafted collection of basic Dulcimer technique and traditional songs that might have been popular in Cripple Creek Colorado in the 19th Century-- plus a few modern daytunes by its current inhabitants. The techniques and songs have been transcribed from the performances of Bud and Donna Ford who have been collecting songs for their favorite instrument for some time. The Fords explain thebasics of playing the Dulcimer including instructions on strumming tunings and picking. Solos are offered in all of the various modes (Ionian Dorian Locrian etc.) in standard notation only with lyrics and chord symbols. Theend result is an attractive yet pragmatic book that offers a solid grounding in the art of Dulcimer playing. The recording features verbal instruction and performances of most of the tunes in the book on solo Dulcimer making learning easy and fun. The recording used tunings which are lower than those in the book but this will not affect players reading the tablature. Includes access to online audio.

Learn to play the lap Dulcimer. This instruction book for beginners is unique in two ways. First it instructs the beginning student in the increasingly popular DAD tuning. Secondly the author a classroom music teacher hascarefully and systematically layered the lessons to guide the student through familiar songs while teaching skills and musical concepts. This not only enables the student to enjoy the lap Dulcimer but also enhances total musicunderstanding and participation.The accompanying online audio provides instructional dialogue and demonstrations of the techniques and songs included in the book. Additional hints and exercises are presented inan inviting and encouraging conversational text.

Singing and Backup With The Mountain Dulcimer - With Online Audio-In this new addition to Mel Bay's popular 'School Of' series MacNeil explains how to sing and accompany on the dulcimer. The book explains different chord types and how to apply them to a variety of songs.Learningbackup will also help you hear chord changes and melodic movement which will help you contribute to the song's narrative. Includes access to online audio.

You Can Play For Hammered Dulcimer-National Hammered Dulcimer Champion Mark Wade presents common jam tunes in a unique way that shows beginners how to play the essence of the tunes simply and the intermediate/advanced players the ornamented versions. Each 'EasyDoes It' version of a tune is paired with the fancy rendition along with the chords. Now jamming is easier than ever for players of ALL levels!