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Karen A.
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Speaks Dutch -
Awarded World Music- Solo Perfomer from Maryland State Arts Council -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Online Dulcimer Teacher
Hammered Dulcimer lessons, rentals available. From basic playing through advanced arranging, including theory in many styles.
About Karen
Hammered dulcimer lessons - all styles, all levels, music theory included!
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James W.
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Speaks Canadian French, French - Canadian (Quebec) French, Australian English, American English, British English -
Several Schools from Various -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Online Dulcimer Teacher
Learn the Basics: You will Learn the use of fingers and plectrum. Some classic songs are fun and easy to play. Also you learn to understand dulcimer tuning and playing songs and being creative.
The Truth: Dulcimer is one of the most satisfying instruments to learn because it's easy to make a pleasant sound right from the beginning. It is part of American culture. You can start at any age, and you can have fun with it even if you don't know any music theory and have never played an instrument before. The Dulicmer is made of beautiful woods such as spruce and mahogony or walnut and is usually hand crafted. The curved body of the Dulcimer extends the length of the fingerboard, and its fretting is generally diatonic with use of 4 strings. Most play it while it is on their lap; but I have seen accomplished players play the dulcimer while standing up. It's real life origins are from the Appalachian Mountains and it is portable and a truly American made invention. So...the Dulcimer first ...
About James
New 6 Month and One Year Courses Taught: 1. Radio Introduction Personality Broadcasting. 2. Guitar Studies Advanced 3. Music Industry 4. Advanced Composition 5. Sound Design 6. Abelton LIVE 7. Premix Setup and Post Production 8. PR and Promotions Business Background: I worked for Eddie Van Hale
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Rhonda C.
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Speaks Sign language -
Teaches students 5 and up -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Online Dulcimer Teacher
We are going to HAVE FUN! I will be customizing your lessons to your needs, your skill level, your age, and most importantly, what you would like to learn on the Dulcimer.
I give lessons on the traditional 3 string dulcimer, although you may see I have double strings on each of the three. This will not interfere in my ability to instruct you. In fact, you may already own or possibly purchase a dulcimer with a double string on the first string, or all three, which is common. It is still considered to be a "3 stringed instrument. Regardless if you have 3 single strings, or double on one or all three, it will still work fine.
I will be including the basic fundamentals such as scales and chords, keeping them fun, not grueling or boring. You will learn how to strum and finger-pick the dulcimer. To do this, we will begin right away using a pick designed specifically for the dulcimer, although a guitar pick will work just as well. (Dulcimer picks are slightly larger than guitar picks). ...
About Rhonda
Welcome to Rhonda's Instrumental Lessons! I have been teaching people of all ages how to play instruments since I was 15 years old, which to date has been 51 years of sharing my skills and knowledge, passing along what I’ve learned, to others. I love seeing kids and adults learn to play an inst
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Jason F.
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MA International Development from William Carey International University -
Teaches students 5 and up -
Teaching since 2016
Teaching Locations:

Online Dulcimer Teacher
Lap/Mountain Dulcimer is a super fun instrument to learn and play! It is a very approachable instrument and can be used for solo playing and to accompany others and sing with.
Lessons will aim to give the student the musical foundation and tools they need to explore this amazing instrument. Focus on many style of music and an aim to work toward playing the student's favorites songs will be a primary goal in addition to having a lot of fun! :)
About Jason
I am a teacher who desires students with enthusiasm to learn. I am willing to work with all levels of gifting and am not a teacher who will make a student feel bad about mistakes, as I believe they are the secret to learning. J.S. Bach said the music was given for two purposes: the glory of God and
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Karen D.
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Teaching since 1980 -
Teaches students 3 and up -
Awarded Grand Prize Winner from Meridian Records
Teaching Locations:

Online Dulcimer Teacher
Dulcimer:
The Appalachian dulcimer is a fretted string instrument of the zither family, typically with three or four strings. Its origins are in the Appalachian region of the United States. The body extends the length of the fingerboard, and its fretting is generally diatonic.
It is a beautiful droning instrument to learn and great for accompanying yourself or others. I always start with the basics of hand and finger technique, notes, chords, and songs. As the student progresses, if interested, I will teach theory and soloing.
About Karen
Hi! My name is Karen D. I’ve had the pleasure of performing, singing, writing, and recording since I was seven years old. Besides being an Honor Graduate of Berklee School of Music, I have been a lifelong student of the international world-renowned instructors Dante Pavone and Charlie Banacos.
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Kenton M.
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Teaches students 5 and up -
Teaching since 2002 -
BA: Liberal Arts from Berea College
Teaching Locations:

Online Dulcimer Teacher
The mountain dulcimer is a great instrument to play. One can learn many songs remarkably fast. I usually start with standard folk songs and basic strum patterns. Then the melody can be added later.
About Kenton
I have been teaching for over fifteen years. I play various styles including jazz, rock, blues, classical, country, and bluegrass. Instruments I teach include guitar, dobro, banjo, mandolin, and ukulele. I also teach the Q Chord. I have performed in many different bands including rock, top forty,
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I finally decided to look for an instructor online. I found just the right person!
Rhonda plays many instruments, has a near perfect pitch, and is welcoming and reassuring to those who are in musical "kindergarten". Her ability to teach across the miles is amazing and the lessons are fun! I look forward to the time we spend together online."

