Mark Alan Wade
Friday 8:45-10:00
Session 1K Hammered Dulcimer Intermediate
“Oh
Shenandoah” -Perfect
the magic of rolling chords on the hammered dulcimer! You’ll learn techniques
to create the rich, full sound of three- and four-note chords using just two
hammers. We’ll explore a variety of styles, from bottom-up rolls to mountain
rolls. By the end, your arrangements will sound lush, complete, and ready to
impress!
Saturday 2:30-3:45
Session 4L Hammered Dulcimer Advanced
“”Lara’s
Theme” from Dr. Zhivago” -Let’s
learn this beautiful love song! It is the perfect tune to get comfortable with
chromatic notes. The sweeping melody is reminiscent of Russian balalaikas and
is always a crowd pleaser!
Friday
4:15-5:15 Session 5K Hammered Dulcimer Intermediate
“Cielito
Lindo: A Mexican Love Song” -This
Mexican beauty is a gorgeous waltz with syncopation. We’ll explore ways to play
it in a traditional Mexican waltz style and add harmony too! Learn how to play
tremolos and more in this fun workshop!
Saturday 8:45-10:00
Session 6K Hammered Dulcimer Intermediate
“The
Gospel of Mark” -We’re
going to take 2 of the most popular hymns and learn how to play them well so
we’re ready for the next jam and be able to play with confidence. We’ll also
learn some harmonies and fillers.
Saturday 10:15-11:30
Session 7L Hammered Dulcimer Advanced
“It Had
to Be You” -This
catchy tune is as fun to play as it is to hear. We’ll learn how to play the
melody while interjecting the chromatic counter melody that gives this piece its
charm. Although it’s filled with hand independence, it’s actual quite intuitive
to play.
Saturday 2:30-3:45
Session 9K Hammered Dulcimer Intermediate
“Authentically
Irish: “Tuttle’s Reel”” -Let’s
learn this insanely fun jig from my new book and learn what we can do to sound
more Irish when we play it. Mark will show you some hammer patterns that will
help put the emphasis on the right beats to sound Irish, as well as some authentic
Irish ornaments to add.