I teach beginner dulcimer classes and always provide Folkcraft noters to all my students. The quality is consistent and they ship quickly
This is a quality fret board that takes the guess work out of marking frets.
I just started on Bass Dulcimer and this book answers a lot of questions. A lot to learn and practice.
This is a great case, padded with lots of space and a big outer pocket.
If you’re looking for music to play on the dulcimer that’s as simple as can be while you get the feel of the fret board, finger position on the frets, simple time, single melody notes (no multiple notes to be played) this is the choice: wonderful resource for rank beginners. Even more experienced beginners. With this book you can play songs on the Appalachian dulcimer if you’ve had little or no training or previous practice. Includes many traditional dulcimer tunes, tabbed in single note melody tab (no notes in the middle or bass strings) with strumming only of the middle and bass strings. This book will get you started playing recognizable songs quickly. Highly recommended.
I always use Folkcraft strings for all my dulcimers. I've tried others in the past but I still think this is the best quality for the price.
Really like the quality of the laminated chart! When I get my Folkroots chromatic dulcimer I know it will be a valuable tool in my learning process.
I can always rely on Folkcraft to process and ship my order quickly.
My new H Series with the Gadsden Flag insignia etched on the top is wonderful. The construction is solid. Very much a contemporary instrument; the 1.5 and 8.5 frets which none of my other instruments have (really taking some getting used to), the seamless rounded corners, the satin finish, and the incredible detailed engraving. The walnut wood is flawless with an excellent color transition from light to dark going from the top, down the sides to the back. The sound is a strong midrange and very assertive with heavy strumming and plenty audible when fingerpicking. A unique addition and first contemporary dulcimer to add to my small collection. Will take some practice with the new frets, but a joy to play and admire.
This is a great book for beginners and intermediate players! Love the songs!
I am very pleased with the quality of this fret wire.
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I play both electric/acoustic and double bass. I also dabble with the acoustic guitar and the banjo. I am very familiar with the chromatic fret board. I also know just enough music theory to be dangerous. I ordered a Folkroots H Series dulcimer from Folkcraft and chose a chromatic fret board. I wanted to have the capability of all of the notes. This book has been a blessing already by helping me to familiarize myself with the layout of the chromatic dulcimer.
Excellent directions to follow step by step. They never addressed how to insert the 1st and 2nd endings though, as far as I could see. Finally my son stumbled on it accidentally and all is well again. That’s my only complaint, otherwise it’s been a great help.
When you get your strings from Folkcraft you know they are the correct ones and high quality.
Joe Collins - Christmas With The Mountain Dulcimer
Prefect fit for my new dulcimer.
Bought the Folkcraft teardrop Dulcimer plan and have been building it for a few weeks. Added a Galax back and Journey tek pick up system. Hand carved Viking head. Turned to baritone, A-E-A. Honduras mahogany top, sides and backs. A walnut end and scroll. Mango wood for fret board and accents.
The call strings with different densities produce a good sound
Just starting the baritone dulcimer journey, and this chart is wonderful for that purpose. Would recommend for anyone starting out on baritone dulcimer.
Easy to read & play.
Nice variety of songs!
Favorite sing along songs for the Mountain Dulcimer is just what I was needing and is easy to follow.
Adding a strap to my Dulcimer was a game-changer. It eliminated the balancing act and struggles of keeping it still. It worked 100% with my playing style. It's also well made and quite beautiful:-)
My wife Arlene recently acquired a used McSpadden. She was using an old heavy 2" guitar strap. The 1" strap with snap buckles on both ends is working great for her.