The Dulcimer Book-Jean Ritchie - A very popular Appalachian Dulcimer tutor
This dulcimer method book offers clear, basic instructions for tuning and playing your instrument. There are sixteen traditional songs with lyrics, as well as tuning instructions for six modes. Included are chapters on playing countermelody, fingerpicking, and singing with the dulcimer, as well as historical notes and photographs. 45 pages.
Contains the Songs
Bachelor’s Hall
Barb’ry Ellen
Dear Companion
Go Tell Aunt Rhodie
Goin’ to Boston
Ground Hog
O Johnny’s on the Water
Old Betty Larkin
Old Joe Clark
Over the River, Charlie
Pretty Betty Martin
Pretty Polly
Pretty Saro
Shady Grove
What’ll Do with the Baby-o.
