22nd February 2018
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Workshops & Training
dulcimer starter session
dulcimer starter session
level
- pitched at your level ~ depending upon your experience with the dulcimer, other instruments and music generally
topics
- a health-check on your instrument to make sure it is working as it should
- posture for comfort and to avoid health issues
- best practice playing techniques
- an introduction to Tablature notation
- an introduction to modes and tunings
- the huge potential of the dulcimer – songs, airs & instrumentals
- DAA or DAD tuning ~ the pro’s and cons of each and their far reaching ramifications
timings
- 2-3 hours, as required
includes
- free transport to/from local rail/bus station
- as much tea as you can drink
- notes afterwards
- links to relevant resources
- positive feedback ~ to develop your confidence
- one of Dan’s CD albums
- some notation
fee
- only £50
- please make cheques payable to ‘D R Evans’ (not Dan Evans)
“thank you very much for yesterday – I learned a huge amount in a short space of time, a testament to your talent as an educator” dulcimer student