Kara Barnard

Mountain Dulcimer Teacher (USA) Kara Barnard, 2022 National Mountain Dulcimer Champion, has entertained audiences from coast to coast, as well as internationally. She has released seven recordings, played countless studio sessions, appeared on national television programs, and has been featured on covers and in articles in publications including Sing Out, Dulcimer Player News, and Guitar (more…)

Carmen Amrein

Hammered Dulcimer Teacher (Germany) Carmen studied Hackbrett, Salterio, Trad. German folk music, Zither and elementary music education at the University of Music and performing Arts, Munich, Germany. She graduated with distinction in 2010. She has taught and performed in different ensembles and as a soloist not only in Germany, but in Switzerland, Austria, Czech Republic, (more…)

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Heidi Muller

Mountain Dulcimer Teacher (USA) Heidi Muller is an award-winning songwriter, singer, guitarist and mountain dulcimer player. In over 30 years of performing, she has played in concert halls, festivals, and livingrooms throughout America and produced nine CDs that have established her firmly in the national folk community. Heidi has headlined the Kerrville Folk Festival, Tumbleweed (more…)

Ruth Smith

Hammered Dulcimer Teacher (USA) A native North Carolinian, Ruth fell in love with the sound of the hammered dulcimer at an apple festival in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Her many years of classical training give her a delicate touch, and she is recognized for her sensitive interpretations and expressive style. Ruth enjoys composing music specifically (more…)