Sue K
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ABC notation music for free

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Smith Jul 28, 2010. 3 Replies

http://abcnotation.com/tunePage?a=www.thesession.org/tunes/display/2749.no-ext/000You can find free…Continue

My new psaltery

Started this discussion. Last reply by Donna Malus Sep 13, 2010. 13 Replies

My psaltery arrived on Friday.  Monday I had a chance to get it out, look at it, watch the dvd and work with it.  I have been picking out songs by ear, playing Amazing Grace, Simple Gifts, Danny Boy,…Continue

Psaltery bows

Started this discussion. Last reply by Sue K Jul 24, 2010. 9 Replies

Hi to all.  My psaltery arrived this afternoon.  I have not had time to work with it yet, but it is gorgeous.  The bows are so beautiful!  I was wondering how the bows are carried?  There is a flap…Continue

Best advice for beginner psaltery player

Started this discussion. Last reply by NaloMeli Apr 20, 2012. 8 Replies

Hi to all.  My psaltery is being delivered on Friday!  Im very excited!  Any words of wisdom from those already practicing the fine art of bowing the beautiful psaltery?  Hope to hear some good…Continue

 

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Return to the psaltery

Posted on February 7, 2014 at 9:46am 0 Comments

I'm so excited to return to my psaltery after a long absence. I have a beautiful Rick Long tenor that I am reacquainting myself with. I finally figured out how to start the DVD player and have reviewed the instructional DVD. Can't seem to get a clear sound out of my low G or A. I will keep working on it.

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At 2:16am on October 28, 2014, Barbara Penn said…

Love my Rick Long psaltery (tenor).  It is beautiful & the tone is everything I could have wanted.  I did get two bows and the plate and I'm glad because the tenor is heavy for me and my arms aren't the longest.  Haven't tried double bowing yet, but bought the bows so I'd have  them when ready.  I can mount my psaltery on one of my husband's unused camera tripods (a tallish one that is adjustable) & I can sit when I play.  Works great.  Did not have a pickup mounted in it.  By the way, you couldn't find a nicer man to deal with than Rick Long.  He is so helpful and really gives good service.  My psaltery made it all the way from Tenn. to Calif.without a hitch.  Hope this helps.

At 7:11pm on June 24, 2010, Donna Malus said…
Hello and Welcome to Psaltery Strings Sue! I hope you find the site to be helpful and fun.
At 5:42pm on June 24, 2010, Barbara Penn said…
Hi, Sue!

Yes, I just received my Rick Long psaltery recently. Haven't had much chance to try it out. What would you like to know? I spent a lot of time researching many psalteries & psaltery makers before choosing this one, by the way, & I think it was a good choice. Rick is a super guy & we talked quite a while by phone & if I have a question he always returns my e-mails promptly.
 
 
 

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Loon Song Psalteries-Charlie Marshall

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Maureen Barnes - Illinois
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 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.
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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
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Carol Esch - Kentucky
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606-676-0128
esch@qx.net
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