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