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SUE C WHEELER commented on Ron Zuckerman's blog post Sheet music for "A Walk beside the Placid Waters"
Ron Zuckerman posted a blog postSheet music for "A Walk beside the Placid Waters"
The sheet music for my original composition "A Walk beside the Placid Waters" is available here:http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/a-walk-beside-the-placid-waters-digital-sheet-music/20476869It is for soprano psaltery, baritone psaltery, guitar, and bassSee More
Celeste Howard posted an eventMagic Mendocino Kindred Dulcimer Gathering Festival at Magic Mendocino 3000 Branscomb Rd Laytonville, CA
August 10, 2017 from 3pm to 7pm
Gathering of kindred spirits who play various dulcimers. My first!Looking forward to it!See More
Nozomi Nose commented on Nozomi Nose's video
Foggy Mountain Breakdown Banjo & Bowed Psaltery
"Thank you Bubba! I am so sorry for responding to your message late. Again we are really glad that you liked our video. "
Margaret Cleaver posted a status"Am enjoying playing Clergy's Lamentation on hammered dulcimer. Enjoy singing melody and harmonizing on bowed psaltery."
Bubba Jordan commented on Gregg E. Schneeman & Jean Gaffey's video
"THE FAIRY DANCE" on Bowed Psaltery with two bows
"I really enjoyed this tune.Thank You Gregg.Always such a joy to hear you play the Psaltery."
Bubba Jordan commented on Nozomi Nose's videoFoggy Mountain Breakdown Banjo & Bowed Psaltery
"Love this old tune. Bravo Nozomi and Junichi!Well done indeed."
Nozomi Nose commented on Nozomi Nose's videoFoggy Mountain Breakdown Banjo & Bowed Psaltery
"Thank you very much, Donna-san and Deb! We are very glad that you liked our video.
And Deb, welcome to Psaltery Strings! Enjoy this website and playing the bowed psaltery! "
Nozomi Nose commented on Nozomi Nose's video
Cabin on the Hill
"Thank you very much, Donn-san! We will keep working on bowed psaltery music with vocals. "
Karen Palmer commented on Karen Palmer's video
Da Slockit Light - Baritone Bowed Psaltery
"Actually playing dulcimer is what led me to the psaltery."
SUE C WHEELER posted a blog postThe Magic of Evart
Just seven dollars for one day's admission and an excuse to spend a couple nights up north. What would keep me away from the Original Dulcimer Players Club's annual Funfest? Uh, I just got home from it.http://evartdulcimerfest.org/This is the third time I've gone. The first time, I dropped by for twenty minutes, the second time I spent most of the day, and this year I spent the entire day, including supper, and the start of the evening concert. Now…See More
Karen Palmer posted a videoDa Slockit Light - Baritone Bowed Psaltery
This is a Scottish Aire that I learned in a dulcimer class taught by Susan Trump. Thought it might sound nice on the bowed psaltery. The psaltery was made by...
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Lodging near Tannehill state park
Started by Liz in General BP Forum. Last reply by Liz Apr 18. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I would like to attend the June psaltery gathering at Tannehill, however all of the cabins are already rented. Does anyone have suggestions on a good nearby hotel?
Austin, Texas - live psaltery capital of the world?
Started by julie stiles in Are there any "jam" sessions near you that include the bowed psaltery?. Last reply by julie stiles Feb 28. 5 Replies 0 Likes
anyone else in Austin? i know i'm working on a couple of friends to get/learn psalteries. maybe someone else out there wants to join in? Continue
Playing Right-Handed Bowed Psaltery with Left Hand
Started by Beth Folkemer in How can I ..... ?. Last reply by Brenda Mangan Feb 18. 3 Replies 0 Likes
My family was given a lovely Westman Soprano psaltery at the same time that we were ordering a James Jones Alto. Both are right-handed instruments, since 2 of the 3 of us are right-handed, it seemed to make sense to order a right-handed instrument,…Continue
Tags: bowing, left-handed, right-handed, Playin
ashokan farewell duet in japan
Started by julie stiles in Bowed Psaltery MP3 Recordings. Last reply by Celeste Howard Feb 6. 11 Replies 17 Likes
i love this! too good not to share. what psize psaltery is that? Baritone? listen to the cello-like tones when the guitar takes the lead. just gorgeous! http://youtu.be/hbmHQNegU6IContinue
Online music lessons
Started by Brenda Ruth Fisher in Psaltery Teachers. Last reply by Gretchen Feb 1. 1 Reply 4 Likes
I started online lessons with Celeste Ray. via google hangout . It really amazes me that I can set in my home in WV and get lessons from CA. Isnt technology great. In just two weeks she has me working on playing with two bows. I am really thrilled.…Continue
Information Wanted
Started by Gene Griner in General BP Forum. Last reply by Gregg E. Schneeman & Jean Gaffey Feb 1. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I subscribe to Autoharp Quarterly and Dulcimer Players News they’re totally devoted to these instruments and are published four times a year. My question is does Bowed Psaltery have anything like this??
Information Wanted
Started by Gene Griner in General BP Forum Feb 1. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I subscribe to Autoharp Quarterly and Dulcimer Players News they’re totally devoted to these instruments and are published four times a year. My question is does Bowed Psaltery have anything like this??
Information Wanted
Started by Gene Griner in General BP Forum Feb 1. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I subscribe to Autoharp Quarterly and Dulcimer Players News they’re totally devoted to these instruments and are published four times a year. My question is does Bowed Psaltery have anything like this??
BP Duet Books?
Started by Mary Barden in Sheet Music to Share. Last reply by Mary Barden Jan 27. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, do you know if there are any Bowed Psaltery duet books out there to buy? My husband and I both play, and I'd like to do duets--not just both play the melody... Any ideas would be gratefully accepted. Thanks so much!Continue
East Tennessee Bowed Psaltery Gathering in Cove Lake Park, Tennessee
Started by Dave Holeton in General BP Forum. Last reply by Dave Holeton Dec 30, 2016. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I had a great time at the East Tennessee Psaltery Gathering. One of my highlights for the event was using Donna's version of Auld Lang Syne (from Donna Malus's Psaltery Strings Music Book) in a discussion about playing harmony. We developed…Continue
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Sheet music for "A Walk beside the Placid Waters"
Posted by Ron Zuckerman on August 12, 2017 at 1:00pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
The sheet music for my original composition "A Walk beside the Placid Waters" is available here:
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/a-walk-beside-the-placid-waters-digital-sheet-music/20476869
It is for soprano psaltery, baritone psaltery, guitar, and bass
The Magic of Evart
Posted by SUE C WHEELER on July 16, 2017 at 9:15pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Just seven dollars for one day's admission and an excuse to spend a couple nights up north. What would keep me away from the Original Dulcimer Players Club's annual Funfest? Uh, I just got home from it.
This is the third time I've gone. The first time, I dropped by for twenty minutes, the second time I spent most of the day, and this year I spent the entire day, including supper, and the start of the…
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Cleaning soundboard
Posted by Meridee Kramb on April 17, 2017 at 1:33pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I've been away from my psaltery for awhile and I'm wondering
Grab a psaltery (which one?) and go!!
Posted by SUE C WHEELER on November 27, 2016 at 8:32pm 0 Comments 3 Likes
Well, don't I feel like a musician! Lugging my gear all over town today! This morning I played my new baritone (Thanks Terry Butler and Rick Long). I was playing for our church's music leader to see if he had a place for me on the Christmas program. Oh, yes, he was quite enthusiastic. Then, he let me sit in on the music group and fudge a few songs. Getting better at thinking on my feet and not losing my way.
These sorta-skills were put to the test as I played with the hammer dulcimer…
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Organizing a new players group
Posted by Charlie Marshall on September 10, 2016 at 3:53pm 1 Comment 1 Like
I'm in the planning stages of attempting to organize a small players group here in the local area. I currently play with one other psaltery player on a monthly basis which is fine but I would like to improve on that and invite beginners to join in. I have built up an inventory of instruments, some new and some gently used, that I would be willing share with new players to get them started.
In addition to the instruments, I plan on providing free instruction at a level which will…
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I'm still playing
Posted by bob pryor on September 6, 2016 at 1:10pm 2 Comments 1 Like
I've been missing from here for some time. But some times life seems so busy. I'm off down to dorset on my hols shortly. I'm taking my Bs. I've had this daft idea about playing on the top of Cerne abbas. Also pay my respects to the last resting place of Pete shutler. The man who made fall in love with the BS.
sadly missed.
I have so many Questions
Posted by David Hamilton on August 28, 2016 at 12:04am 8 Comments 1 Like
If was to buy sheet music what would I get Violin. I would like to play some modern songs like the Beatles, Kansas, maybe Led Zepplin. You know shake the world up. I know someone who plays Rock n roll on his accordion. I have really only been seriously playing the psaltery for a few days and have learned all the xmas songs that my grandbaby and I plan on playing at her school and church this season. I have already purchased 2 other psalteries a xylophone and a autoharp to see…
Looking for B.Psaltery players
Posted by Joyce Hibbard on August 9, 2016 at 7:54am 1 Comment 0 Likes
I live in Michigan's thumb area, and I am looking for B.P.Players in my area to get together to jam and practice. I will travel 30 to 50 miles, if need be, to get together. Anyone out there interested ?
I OWE A DEBT TO THE ORIGINAL DULCIMER PLAYERS CLUB, OR," WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN EVART, MI, SUE Z Q?"
Posted by SUE C WHEELER on July 19, 2016 at 8:00pm 2 Comments 4 Likes
A year ago I ventured into the Hammered Dulcimer festival at Evart, Michigan. http://evartdulcimerfest.org/
This was the beginning of me-as-a bowed-psalterist.
I’m staggered by how much I’ve been able to play and learn this year. I’ve accumulated reams of sheet music, but also picked out tune after tune by ear. I’ve memorized a couple pieces. I’ve participated in both a workshop and a festival with Tish Westman, and had gratis…
My Waynie Bowed Psaltery
Posted by Linda Rodgers on February 27, 2016 at 10:09pm 0 Comments 1 Like
I received my new absolutely beautiful Waynie Ultimate Bowed Psaltery yesterday 26 Feb. 2016. The workmanship and attention to detail is nothing short of marvelous !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I chose Purpleheart wood and Wayne combined it with Curly or Flame Maple. WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!! My baby is one class act Psaltery !!!!!!!!!!!!! If you haven't checked out wayniepsaltery please do so !!!! You will not regret it !!!!!!!!!!
Linda Rodgers
Oklahoma City, OK
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This video is a personal favorite because it shows a unique type of bowed psaltery with a gorgeous sound. When I heard it I broke out in goose bumps!
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Spring Creek Psalteries - Sharon & Terry Kirby
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From the Wood - Wayne Gaydos
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to see his work visit
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Waynie Psaltery - Wayne Simms
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Prairie Psaltery - Richard Celata
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Loon Song Psalteries-Charlie Marshall
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New Tradition Dulcimers- Dan Daniels
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Psalteries by Dave- Dave Lucas
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Westman Instruments - Tish & Greg Westman
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Ringing Strings - Rick Long
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Michael J King Instrumetns - Diatonic Psalteries
http://www.michaeljking.com/psalterymaking.htm
Inspired Instruments – Carol and Joe Esch
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James Jones Instruments
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Omega Strings – Richard Spencer
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Master Works Bowed Psalteries - Russell Cook
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Members that teach Bowed Psaltery
Paul G.Sykes - MS
Located in Hattiesburg
Contact Paul at
pgsykes1@hotmail.com
or call him at
601-583-4115
Gregg Schneeman - California
Contact Gregg here on Psaltery Strings
greggschneeman@psalterystrings.com
Peter Tommerup - California
San Francisco Bay Area
Bowed Psaltery and other Instruments
408-867-4324
ptommerup@juno.com
Celeste Howard Ray
Bowed Psaltery lessons via Skype
347-796-4484
Skype name celesteray88
Maureen Barnes - Illinois
Bowed Psaltery lessons in Bloomington, IL
309-828-7957
dulcimergal98@yahoo.com
http://www.dulcimerdreams.com/
Dona Benkert -
Illinois
Lessons at Old Town School of Folk Music, Chicago, IL
Phone: 773.728.6000
& Folk-Lore Center, Warrenville, IL
Phone: 630.393.1247
http://www.folk-lorecenter.com/
Tish Westman - West Virginia
Lessons at Tamarack, Beckley, WV. Wednesday workshops also available for individual classes and to teach at festivals.
Sunday "Jam" 3:30 to 6:00. All instruments welcome, play mostly Old Time, Celtic & Gospel Music, not opposed to trying any tune called, once did a rap on Bowed Psalteries.
1-304-575-0998
tishwestman@yahoo.com
www.westmaninstruments.com
Rick Long - Tennessee
Lessons at Rick's home/workshop in Clinton, 30 mins N of Knoxville
(865) 660-4026
http://www.ringingstrings.com/lessons.html
Karla Armstrong - Pennsylvania
Karla plays a variety of instruments and does workshops as well. Please visit her web site for additional information or contact her via the web site or the information below.
(717) 632-8099
karlaarms@upontheharp.com
http://upontheharp.com
Carol Esch - Kentucky
Lessons in Carol's home/workshop south of Lexington.
606-676-0128
esch@qx.net
http://www.windridgefarm.us/bowedpsaltery.htm
Honey Smith Walls - Florida
e-mail Honey for more info honey@offthewalls.us
Melbourne, FL
http://www.offthewalls.us/Psaltery.htm
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Please sign up on the bowed psaltery players list
Tish's list is a valuable resource when searching for other players. http://www.westmaninstruments.com/Bowed_Psaltery_List.html
If you are already on Tish's list, why don't you stop in and update your info? While your there take a look to see if there are new players in your area. Who knows, you might get together and make a recording.
If you are already on Tish's list, why don't you stop in and update your info? While your there take a look to see if there are new players in your area. Who knows, you might get together and make a recording.
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