Diagram of the note layout for a standard, diatonically tuned hammered dulcimer with 12 treble courses and 12 bass courses; probably the most popular configuration in the UK
Karen Mueller
Mountain Dulcimer Teacher (USA) Karen Mueller is one of the top autoharp and mountain dulcimer players performing today. Her exciting and innovative performing style, featuring Appalachian, Celtic and contemporary music, has been applauded by critics and audiences from LA to Boston. Karen is an experienced teacher in a wide range of settings: private lessons, workshops (more…)
Mark Alan Wade
National Dulcimer Champion, Mark Alan Wade performs in orchestra halls and music festivals alike with his characteristic mix of classical precision and raw traditional American style. Classically trained as a trumpeter with doctorate and master’s degrees in music from The Ohio State University, his unique style emerged as the technique and discipline of his formal (more…)
What makes a good (Hammered) Dulcimer, by Roger Frood
Roger Frood gives some advice on choosing a good quality hammered dulcimer, particularly useful when considering a second hand instrument.
Northern Meetings
The Northern members have occasional get togethers at different venues, often at local folk festivals or local attractions.
Southern Meetings
Our Southern members rotate around different venues in the region. We cover Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire, Dorset and Somerset. The meeting are held several times a year, usually on a Sunday. Contact us for forthcoming dates and to go on a mailing list. For a list of tunes played, see Peter Bromwich’s website.
Wessex Meets
This is new regional group meeting in the Dorset / Somerset area. Contact Jill Nicholas for details.
South Western Meets
We are an all-ability group and we aim to have fun! We focus on the mountain dulcimer, but welcome all instruments. We try to play three or four familiar tunes from our core repertoire, by ear if possible; learn new tunes brought by anyone who wishes; cover a learning point or two; and of course have a chat!
Midlands – Mountain Dulcimer Practice Sessions
A regular monthly self-help in Redditch for mountain dulcimer players. We share tunes and techniques. Beginners are especially welcome, and we do things to suit everyone. Bring and Share lunch. Usually the first monday of each month, 11:00am to 3:30pm, please let us know if you are thinking of coming.
Midlands – Make and Play Hammered Dulcimer Practice Nights
We currently meet on the 2nd Thursday (evening, 7:30pm – 9:45pm) and 4th Saturday (afternoon, 2pm – 4:15pm) of every month. This does occasionally vary so please contact Sally Whytehead, Tel: 01527 64229, to confirm arrangements. We charge £2 per dulcimer player to go towards the room cost.