CITES – what musicians who travel need to know

Ivory Act update – September 2022

This update summarises a short article on The Ivory Act from the ISM Journal, Autumn 2022 issue.

In June this year The Ivory Act became law, prohibiting commercial activity in elephant ivory.  Musicians should be relatively unaffected however, as the act exempts pre-1975 instruments with less than 20% ivory content.  The article nonetheless recommends that musicians travelling with exempt instruments should apply for a MIC.  Whether MICs will granted for exempt instruments remains to be seen – see my personal update below.

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interview in Dulcimer Players News

the following interview, conducted by Linda Paulus, was published in the international Dulcimer Players News magazine spring 2018 issue 

Dan Evans: A Musician for all Seasons

Close your eyes and imagine mountain dulcimer history and the pros who play these beloved instruments on this side of The Pond. Now, open your eyes and meet Dan Evans, the UK’s premier English dulcimer player.  Dan shares his unique perspective on our beloved instrument and his history as a musician and composer. He returns to the United States in June for another international tour, starting with a concert for the players and friends of The Grand Old Dulcimer Club in Nashville.  So, sit down with a cup of tea and enjoy a bit of his story.  You’ll discover Great Britain’s leading dulcimer musician offers plenty to inspire beginners as well as advanced players and teachers. 

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