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We're starting in on learning some right-hand techniques. This is a method I use all of the time to add some interest to what would otherwise be a ...

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

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!

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 ...

Understanding the anatomy of a pickin' stick dulcimer is essential for both beginners and experienced players. By familiarizing yourself with the different parts and their functions, you can better appreciate the instrument's construction and make informed decisions about playing techniques and tuning. Whether you're an aspiring strumstick player or simply curious about the dulcimer, this knowledge will enhance your appreciation of this unique and charming instrument.

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.

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.

This is fingerpicking pattern is common enough, but the meter you might use it on (3/4,or just general triplet feel), is far less common than quarter time (4/4). 

"Dancing On My Own" by Robyn, from her 2010 Body Talk record.

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If you're not familiar with this song, go listen to it. It's a perfect tune to learn basic chords (even 1-Finger!), then progress up to the picking...

I was less aware of this song than I should've been. Perhaps I've erred away from pop against my better judgement? It's a strong tune, and fairly e...

Stick Dulcimer Tuning So if you're gonna play an instrument it better be in tune right, kind of sucks if it's not. So let's learn how to do that. ...