There, the word dulcimer, which was familiar from the King James Version of the Bible, was used to refer to a three or four stringed fretted instrument, generally played on the lap by strumming.

May 11, 2018 · What is a Dulcimer? A dulcimer is a stringed folk instrument which basically comes in two different varieties: the hammered dulcimer and the Appalachian dulcimer.

dulcimer, stringed musical instrument, a version of the psaltery in which the strings are beaten with small hammers rather than plucked.

Dulcimers are often regarded as one of the easiest stringed instruments to learn. Here we discuss the basics on how to play a dulcimer.

The dulcimer is a stringed instrument that typically consists of a narrow wooden body with a series of strings stretched across its length. It is most often played by plucking, strumming, or tapping the …

Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club, Cañon City branch, meets every Tuesday night at the Community Baptist Church 1111 Monroe from 7:00 to 8:30. There is a mountain dulcimer lesson followed by a …

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Feb 16, 2025 · In this guide, we will dive into the various types of dulcimers, their construction, sound qualities, and playing techniques. We will also explore how this instrument compares to others in its …

Appalachian dulcimers are traditionally constructed of wood, and early instruments were typically made all of one wood, using wood commonly found in the particular area of the mountains where the …

May 23, 2024 · Like other box zithers, the dulcimer has strings, but no keyboard. While it has no frets, it may or may not have a bridge. Some people distinguish the dulcimer as played with hammers and …