Videos

Watch as Scott and Jon from Stringjoy experience the magic of our finished Cumberland River Guitar for the first time! And here’s the exciting part—every Cumberland River Guitar will come equipped with Stringjoy strings, thanks to our four-year collaboration to perfect this combo.

This was a great session with Zach and Maggie White along with Tyler Andal at Forty-One Fifteen Recording Studio in Inglewood.  These three songs sound amazing and shows the unique sound of the Cumberland River Dulcimer!

I hung out with Derek Porter on my lunch hour to show him the "Cumberland River." He picked it up so quickly and was jamming out some lovely tunes!  Listen and see for yourself...

Learn the basics of playing a Stick Dulcimer Guitar with Ryan from Inglewood Instruments!

Learn to play "Come Thou Font" on Dulcimer Guitar or Seagull Merlin!

Learn to play "Ain't No Sunshine" on a dulcimer guitar. This lesson also works for your Strumstick, Seagull Merlin, or stick dulcimer!

You can learn the anatomy of, how to tune, hold, and strum your stick dulcimer, AND learn how to play an iconic song from Tom Petty all in ONE hour!  So, start your timer and grab your dulcimer.  This may end up being the most productive part of your day!

Learn Feliz Navidad by José Feliciano and have a jolly time rockin out to this fun classic! With a four chord cycle, this tune is for beginners and advanced alike. So grab your favorite stringed instrument and let's start playing!

Learn to play this sacred Christmas song on Stick Dulcimer Guitar or Merlins. This is a bit on the more difficult side to learn, but it will be a favorite at any gathering!  Be sure to check out the chord guide to make it easier to learn.

Copperhead Road is a great song to jam along to.  Only 2 chords, it'll work on any instrument, and if you have a Strumstick style fretting you'll be able to grab some extra notes!

It's time for another technique tips sort of video. Palm muting is a fun and sound-enhancing right hand every player should have available. It'll ...

Jason Isbell's "Speed Trap Town" is a poignant song that beautifully captures the essence of small-town life and the bittersweet nature of growing up. This rendition highlights the heartfelt lyrics of “Speed Trap Town” while showcasing the River Dulcimer's melodic, rich tones. Check out the tutorial here!