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Foundational Techniques Part 1 of 2
This class is for brand new players, upper level players who feel they have a weak foundation in the basics, and folks who are interested in how I teach beginners.
[03-06-12 I have not yet included the audio tracks from the audio CD.]
Intro Music
Intro Talk
Older Dulcimers
Anatomy of a Dulcimer
Changing Strings
Changing Strings Demonstrated
Tuning
Tuning Using an Electronic Tuner
Tuning by Ear
Holding the Dulcimer
How to Hold a Pick
What If You're Left Handed
Strumming
Strumming Improv Normal and Air
Strumming Improv Normal and Fancy
Strumming Improv Normal Fancy and Air
Common Strumming Problems
Fretting
Memorizing the Fret Numbers
Closing
Intro Music
Rehearsals
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Attachments
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Discussion
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