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Learn "Stick Season" by Noah Kahan on Inglewood Dulcimer Guitar

A relatively simply 4-chord pattern that is mostly repeated the same throughout the entire song! No difference in the chorus and verse, so once you get it down, you'll have the whole thing buttoned up!

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Learn - "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" on Stick Dulcimer Guitar

O Come, O Come Emmanuel is a beloved Christmas carol for the holidays. Have fun playing this song with your friends and family. Enjoy this throughout the holidays!

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How to Palm Mute on a Dulcimer or Guitar

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 ...

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Learn "Speed Trap Town" on River Dulcimer

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!

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Learn “Fix You" on River Dulcimer - Medium Difficulty

"Fix You" by Coldplay is a heartfelt song that resonates deeply with many listeners. Adding this beautiful piece to your repertoire is even more special when played on the River Dulcimer. While there are numerous video tutorials for this song, this is a unique opportunity to learn it on this distinctive instrument!

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Mastering "Happy Birthday" on the Merlin M4 Dulcimer Guitar – A Guide for Beginners

I'm excited to share my journey of learning the ever-classic tune "Happy Birthday" on the Merlin M4. When I first received my instrument, I couldn't resist the temptation to start with this timeless melody. Little did I know, mastering it would require a bit of a twist.

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Strumstick Chords (in G) - How to Play a Strumstick | StickDulcimer.com

Let's walk through how to approach some of the most used chords on a dulcimer guitar or strumstick. This is by no means an exhaustive look at chords, but ample to get you through 80% of music and 100% FUN!

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LEARN - CCR, "Who'll Stop The Rain" - Stick Dulcimer Guitar (G Strumstick / Seagull Merlin)

Who'll stop the rain. The song is recorded in the key of G and composed of 5 chords. If you play along with the recording on your dulcimer guitar, there are a few places where they drop or add a beat which is less regimented and more unconventional than your newly released songs that we see today.

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LEARN - CCR, "Fortunate Son" - Stick Dulcimer Guitar

Learn how to play "Fortunate Son" on the stick dulcimer guitar. This song made the headlines when it quickly become the anti-war movement anthem. This song has been featured extensively in pop culture depictions of the Vietnam War and other anti-war movements.

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LEARN - "The Parting Glass", - Stick Dulcimer Guitar (D Strumstick / Seagull Merlin)

Learn how to play the traditional Scottish song "The Parting Glass" on your Stick Dulcimer Guitar.

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LEARN - "Hallelujah" - Stick Dulcimer Guitar (D Strumstick / Seagull Merlin)

More commonly known as the popular version sung by Jeff Buckley in 1994 with slight adaptations to the original Cohen version. This song is made up of five chords that you could EASILY switch out for one-finger variations on your Dulcimer Guitar.

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LEARN "Hark the Herald" on a Seagull Merlin (transfer to Strumstick!)

Learn how to play "Hark the Herald" on a Seagull Merlin dulcimer guitar in time for Christmas!

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