Mountain Dulcimer Strumming Lesson

Here I show you how to start strumming on your mountain dulcimer. I give you several patterns to practice with and explain how to strum.
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[@CarpeDiamCoramDao]

This should have been called dulcimer lemonade! Ha! Does a dulcimer prefer a certain pick thickness? Thin medium or thick.....

[@BanjoLemonade]

It’s up to you completely. I know players who use very thick and very thin. I’m at a medium currently.

[@CarpeDiamCoramDao]

Awesome thanks 👍

[@BanjoLemonade]

oh and FYI - I was playing banjo long before dulcimer. But - I’m getting traction in the dulcimer world, so my focus is indeed shifting (for good reason). AND - I also just made a pick comparison video that will be out soon. You might enjoy that video. 😉

[@gowoodstylesproducts7330]

Hi, I'm quite impressed by your style and teaching technique. I've downloaded almost all of your Dulcimer videos and must start my tuition by following your advice. I'm a beginner and am having real trouble getting into the strumming pattern!! I suppose I don't have much rhythm in my body. My problem seems to be that if I hold the pick firmly I catch too many strings and the pattern is horrible and if I hold the pick lightly it flies out of my hands. Actually I find it better with my thumb. If you read this what do you think about the thumb??
Anyway I'll keep on with your tuition and maybe one day I might get the knack. All the best and many thanks for your generous efforts. Regards Mike H.

[@BanjoLemonade]

I’m glad you are enjoying the videos. Practice will help with holding the pick. Also, they make picks that have grippy stuff in the middle.