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Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer is the most extensive site for Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer players and builders on the internet. Welcome!
Join Groups and Forum discussions that interest you, make new music friends. Share photos, music clips, and videos, resources for buying instruments, music, and learning materials. Ask your beginner questions and learn to play! All are welcome here no matter what your playing style, skill level, or musical tastes. Become a member of Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer (FOTMD) community -it's friendly and totally FREE!
After joining, please read the Site Rules before posting. You'll find your very own Member Profile Page by clicking on your name link at the top of any page. Click on different links to get familiar with where things are. Questions about using the site?- ask them HERE . You've come to exactly the right place to receive or give free help and encouragement in playing music. Here on FOTMD we all learn from each other as friends. Join our block party! -Strumelia
Latest Activity
@hobbyhorse
• 3 hours ago
• comments: 15
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: When I Get to Deep Gap -- banjo and electric gourd
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: When I Get to Deep Gap -- banjo and electric gourd
@hobbyhorse
• 3 hours ago
• comments: 3
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: Broken Moon -- studio version -- electric mountain dulcimer groove
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: Broken Moon -- studio version -- electric mountain dulcimer groove
@sam-edelston
• 8 hours ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Fingerpicking - Spinning Song (classical piano piece):
Posted a new Comment on Fingerpicking - Spinning Song (classical piano piece):
"Thanks, Jan!"
@homer-ross
• 12 hours ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Hammered Dulcimer Forums":
Posted a response to "Hammered Dulcimer Forums":
"Thank you for your feedback."
@homer-ross
• 12 hours ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Cherry Amburgey reproduction:
Posted a new Comment on Cherry Amburgey reproduction:
"Beautiful work."
@davisjames
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 3
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: Broken Moon -- studio version -- electric mountain dulcimer groove
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: Broken Moon -- studio version -- electric mountain dulcimer groove
@davisjames
• 13 hours ago
• comments: 15
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: When I Get to Deep Gap -- banjo and electric gourd
Liked a youtube item created by @bucko-futreal: When I Get to Deep Gap -- banjo and electric gourd
@rhondal
• 15 hours ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on @rhondal:
Posted a new Comment on @rhondal:
"Thank you, Ken! I’m looking forward to participating in this community."
@ken-longfield
• 20 hours ago
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on @rhondal:
Posted a new Comment on @rhondal:
"Welcome to FOTMD RhondaL. It's good to have you aboard. Let us know if you have any questions as you begin your dulcimer journey. Have fun exploring this..."
@wally-venable
• 21 hours ago
• comments: 36
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
"The best starting point is to find a local dulcimer group and attend a few of their gatherings. This isn't always practical, but if you can do it you will..."
@robmachin
• yesterday
• comments: 0
Liked a forum discussions item created by @vivian-hays: Try these sites for free tab
Liked a forum discussions item created by @vivian-hays: Try these sites for free tab
@jan-potts
• yesterday
• comments: 2
Posted a new Comment on Fingerpicking - Spinning Song (classical piano piece):
Posted a new Comment on Fingerpicking - Spinning Song (classical piano piece):
"Wow! Just WOW! That's some masterful arranging and playing, Sam!"
@strumelia
• yesterday
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Try these sites for free tab":
Posted a response to "Try these sites for free tab":
"Thought I'd throw in this additional link for where to find free dulcimer tab:..."
@strumelia
• yesterday
• comments: 36
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
"@Helen , since you are already a member of our Beginner Player's GROUP here on Fotmd, -if you are on a computer, then be sure to browse through all 12 or so..."
@helen
• yesterday
• comments: 454
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:
"Between $300-$700 would be my budget. I'm not experienced enough to retool an inferior instrument so I'm okay with paying as long as I know for sure I'll be..."
@ken-longfield
• yesterday
• comments: 36
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
"I think Jerry Reed Smith has a dulcimer shop in Asheville. Bob Gerard moved from NJ and is now building in NC. Ben Seymour is another good luthier. There is..."
@ken-longfield
• yesterday
• comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on @helen:
Posted a new Comment on @helen:
"Helen, you ask a difficult question. Although there are several companies that make inexpensive dulcimers the are not American made. The quality tends to be..."
@helen
• yesterday
• comments: 36
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
Posted a new Comment on BEWARE of internet ad sites of "the BEST dulcimers" to buy.:
"I found this site looking for good information on where to buy a good MD. I'm in NC and would prefer to support a local luthier, but I'm open to..."
@helen
• yesterday
• comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on @helen:
Posted a new Comment on @helen:
"Does anyone have suggestions for where to purchase a good quality dulcimer or which companies/luthiers to avoid?"
@helen
• yesterday
• comments: 454
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:
"Thank you so much! I'm interested in any suggestions for a good luthier - I'm looking for a well made beginner dulcimer. Thank you for any suggestions!"
@helen
• yesterday
• comments: 305
Posted a new Comment on @richard-streib:
Posted a new Comment on @richard-streib:
"Thank you so much! Being in the foothills I've heard dulcimers and always enjoyed their sound. Do you have any recommendations on a good luthier? I'd..."
@helen
• yesterday
• comments: 557
Posted a new Comment on @benjamin-w-barr-jr:
Posted a new Comment on @benjamin-w-barr-jr:
"Thank you for the warm welcome!"
@bing-futch
• yesterday
• comments: 0
Posted a new YouTube video:
"Keep On The Sunny Side" on Mountain Dulcimer
"Keep On The Sunny Side" on Mountain Dulcimer
@strumelia
• yesterday
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on The Old Oss - Traditional Tunes Played On Scheitholt - Nigel Pennick:
Posted a new Comment on The Old Oss - Traditional Tunes Played On Scheitholt - Nigel Pennick:
"I love this. The old images you added are lovely as well. Thank you Nigel!"
@strumelia
• yesterday
• comments: 3
Liked a youtube item created by @nigel-pennick: The Old Oss - Traditional Tunes Played On Scheitholt - Nigel Pennick
Liked a youtube item created by @nigel-pennick: The Old Oss - Traditional Tunes Played On Scheitholt - Nigel Pennick
@robin-thompson
• yesterday
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on On East Mill Street (a work-in-progress):
Posted a new Comment on On East Mill Street (a work-in-progress):
"Yes, @davisjames, lots of Mill Street proper names in the U.S. My hometown is in farm country in the Scioto River Valley of Ohio. There were grain mills on..."
@strings-attached
• yesterday
• comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Turkey Quill Preparation:
Posted a new Comment on Turkey Quill Preparation:
"Thank you! Very helpful, Kendra! "
@davisjames
• 2 days ago
• comments: 6
Posted a new Comment on On East Mill Street (a work-in-progress):
Posted a new Comment on On East Mill Street (a work-in-progress):
"Many N.American towns have mill streets,either from watermills or factories...a universal tune!"
@davisjames
• 2 days ago
• comments: 3
Liked a youtube item created by @nigel-pennick: The Old Oss - Traditional Tunes Played On Scheitholt - Nigel Pennick
Liked a youtube item created by @nigel-pennick: The Old Oss - Traditional Tunes Played On Scheitholt - Nigel Pennick
@strumelia
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Where should I post TAB":
Posted a response to "Where should I post TAB":
"(@Ken - I removed your post because it gave inaccurate advice, sorry)"
@strumelia
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Where should I post TAB":
Posted a response to "Where should I post TAB":
"Hi Sarah, FOTMD does not have a TAB section, since there are places where one can post tab online or on their own websites. Try looking amongst the sites in..."
@sarah-miner
• 2 days ago
• comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Where should I post TAB":
Created a new forum topic "Where should I post TAB":
"I wrote a TAB arrangement I would like to share but I do not know where to share it so people can see it."
@shanonmilan
• 2 days ago
• comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Morrison Jig (acoustic mix):
Posted a new Comment on Morrison Jig (acoustic mix):
"What a beautiful collaboration! I've listened to this several times, and I'm very elated to discover that the beat came from an accordion."
@robin-thompson
• 2 days ago
• comments: 1
Posted a new Comment on Brown Eyed Janie:
Posted a new Comment on Brown Eyed Janie:
"Sweet tune for your dear mother and for all mothers. "
@pierre-yves-donnio
• 3 days ago
• comments: 6
Liked a music item created by @robin-thompson: On East Mill Street (a work-in-progress)
Liked a music item created by @robin-thompson: On East Mill Street (a work-in-progress)
@pierre-yves-donnio
• 3 days ago
• comments: 5
Liked a youtube item created by @john-w-mckinstry: The Great Speckled Bird
Liked a youtube item created by @john-w-mckinstry: The Great Speckled Bird
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @joymcb:
Posted a new Comment on @joymcb:
"Hi Joy, 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,..."
@benjamin-w-barr-jr
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @samhunter:
Posted a new Comment on @samhunter:
"Hi Sam, 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,..."
@robin-thompson
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Cherry Amburgey reproduction:
Posted a new Comment on Cherry Amburgey reproduction:
"Such a pretty thing! And Cherry makes for lovely tone. "
@ken-longfield
• 3 days ago
• comments: 0
Liked a photos item created by @john-c-knopf: may 24 ambgy 1
Liked a photos item created by @john-c-knopf: may 24 ambgy 1
@ken-longfield
• 3 days ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Cherry Amburgey reproduction:
Posted a new Comment on Cherry Amburgey reproduction:
"He'd be might proud of your work John.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""
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Hammered Dulcimer Forums
Posted: Tuesday May 14 2024, 5:19 PM
By: @Homer Ross
By: @Homer Ross
Try these sites for free tab
Posted: Monday May 13 2024, 11:52 PM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Where should I post TAB
Posted: Monday May 13 2024, 10:16 AM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Call 'em Ukes, Ukuleles,...
Posted: Friday May 10 2024, 2:14 AM
By: @Jim Yates
By: @Jim Yates
How Many Dulcimers Do You...
Posted: Thursday May 9 2024, 11:18 AM
By: @Skip
By: @Skip
Frame Drums
Posted: Tuesday May 7 2024, 4:55 AM
By: @shanonmilan
By: @shanonmilan
Did you purchase one of...
Posted: Monday May 6 2024, 2:34 PM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Cicada symphony.
Posted: Sunday May 5 2024, 9:15 AM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Dulcimer Players News demise
Posted: Saturday May 4 2024, 7:52 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
Pete Seeger
Posted: Friday May 3 2024, 7:43 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
Hindman Boys (and Gal)
Posted: Tuesday April 30 2024, 10:27 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
anchor pin pulled out
Posted: Monday April 29 2024, 8:22 AM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Galax dulcimer by Don...
Posted: Saturday April 27 2024, 7:08 PM
By: @Jill Geary
By: @Jill Geary
Something to watch
Posted: Wednesday April 24 2024, 9:42 AM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
PLEASE Click to READ THIS...
Posted: Tuesday April 23 2024, 3:39 PM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Fingering in Place of a Noter
Posted: Tuesday April 23 2024, 6:46 AM
By: @shanonmilan
By: @shanonmilan
Question about the 6 1/2 fret
Posted: Friday April 19 2024, 8:32 PM
By: @jost
By: @jost
Rare Kurt Simerman...
Posted: Friday April 19 2024, 7:20 PM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Dulcimer by JR
Posted: Friday April 19 2024, 6:15 PM
By: @Alan from PA
By: @Alan from PA
John Stockard Dulcimer...
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By: @bdurham
Concert Ukulele
Posted: Tuesday April 16 2024, 1:00 AM
By: @Jim Yates
By: @Jim Yates
Nickel allergy--nylon...
Posted: Monday April 15 2024, 6:36 AM
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By: @shanonmilan
Does soundbox tension...
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By: @Dwain Wilder
By: @Dwain Wilder
Introduce Yourself!
Posted: Sunday April 14 2024, 7:17 AM
By: @Beth T
By: @Beth T
Loran Harmon dulcimer
Posted: Saturday April 13 2024, 10:43 AM
By: @Jessica Comeau
By: @Jessica Comeau
Chapman Stick
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By: @Robin Thompson
By: @Robin Thompson
Music Go Round
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By: @Lorilee
By: @Lorilee
Geoffrey R. Johnson Dulcimer?
Posted: Monday April 8 2024, 8:51 AM
By: @Ken Hulme
By: @Ken Hulme
Tab Nonesuch on dulcimer
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By: @Mark Gilston
WANTED Looking for DVD...
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