Jean Ritchie - The Dulcimer Book

This dulcimer method book offers clear, basic instructions for tuning and playing your instrument. There are sixteen traditional songs with lyrics, as well as tuning instructions for six modes. Included are chapters on playing countermelody, fingerpicking, and singing with the dulcimer, as well as historical notes and photographs. 45 pages.

Songs included:

Bachelor’s Hall 
Barb’ry Ellen (2 parts) 
Dear Companion 
Go Tell Aunt Rhodie (5 parts) 
Goin’ To Boston (2 parts)
Ground Hog 
O Johnny’s On The Water
Old Betty Larkin
Old Joe Clark 
Over The River, Charlie
Pretty Betty Martin
Pretty Polly 
Pretty Saro
Shady Grove
What'll I Do With The Baby-O?