How Do You Buy An Appalachian Dulcimer?
For centuries, the Appalachian dulcimer has been expressing the traditional folk music of the Appalachian mountain people. As a descendant of a European instrument, the German scheitholt, its three or four strings make the dulcimer very easy to play. With its gentle and unique sound, most people would agree that the sweet melodious tone of the Appalachian dulcimer is one of the most beautiful instruments in the world. Find a store that sells dulcimers. Call music stores that sell stringed instruments, such as guitars, and ask if they sell Appalachian dulcimers. Look for folk bands in the area and talk to them about the best place to buy a dulcimer. Pick the size and shape. There are a few different shapes and you need to decide if you want a teardrop-shaped dulcimer or one that is hourglass shaped. They are about the same size, but the teardrop shape has a slightly stronger bass tone than the hourglass-shaped dulcimer. Choose the wood. Black walnut has a rich brown color and good acous
