Chris Collins

Friday 1:00-2:15 Session 3J Hammered Dulcimer Beginner

“Time Signatures” -Understanding time signatures & how to effectively play them smoothly, rhythmically, with proper pulse.

Friday 2:30-3:45 Session 4J Hammered Dulcimer Beginner

“Playing a Stringed Percussion Instrument” -The Hammered Dulcimer is a stringed percussion instrument. It is important to keep this in mind while playing. Placing emphasis where it doesn’t belong can be disastrous, especially when playing with others.

Friday 4:15-5:15 Session 5J Hammered Dulcimer Beginner

“Chords and Harmony” -Intro to chords. What are they? What use are they? How to find chords and harmony notes on your dulcimer.

Saturday 8:45-10:00 Session 6J Hammered Dulcimer Beginner

“Memorizing Tunes” -Learn how to efficiently memorize tunes while learning a tune. Because your hands aren’t touching your instrument it is difficult to read sheet music while playing. There are effective techniques for memorization that ease this process, even if you think you can’t. It is also a good way to improve your ear for music.

Saturday 10:15-11:30 Session 7F Mountain Dulcimer Intermediate

“Playing Back-up” -Chord back-up for singing or instrumentals. Learn effective strummed and finger picked patterns to back-up both vocals and instrumentals.

Saturday 1:00-2:15 Session 8J Hammered Dulcimer Beginner

“Yes! You Can Play with Others!” -Playing with and for others, YES you can! Even from the beginning! Jamming and performing can be intimidating, but also incredibly fun on the one hand and rewarding on the other. Come and learn how to do it.