Direct Download More fundamental mountain dulcimer instruction this time around with a look at the very basics of music theory. Bing discusses and demonstrates the difference between notes and pitches, introduces intervals and explores the chromatic and diatonic scales. Lots of info in this episode! Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download Continuing a look into CGG tuning, Bing demonstrates qualities of the C major scale including which notes are considered “safe” and how to listen for “restful” vs. “restless harmonies. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download Bing kicks off the 12th season of “Dulcimerica” with a look at CGG (155) tuning. A look at scales, chord shapes and a quick way to play the I, IV and V chords in the key of C. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download An epic ending to the 11th season of “Dulcimerica”! We take a look back at 15 episodes in 2018 that provided a solid, fundamental resource for all skill levels. Plus, some never-before-seen footage from this year’s travel, including the Winter Storm Bruce blizzard in November! Thank you all! Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download The focus is on rhythm in this episode as Bing demonstrates a number of exercises to help build up a steady and confident rhythm through strumming, flatpicking and combinations of the two. Selective strumming is covered along with a fundamentally powerful quarter, eighth and sixteenth-note cadence for practice. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download Bing sheds some light on tuning down to CGC, shows what notes live on the fretboard and demonstrates a trick for finding out what chord you’re playing using three different chord shapes. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download Bing teaches the tune “I Am A Poor Wayfaring Stranger” and uses the piece to teach simple harmonization and rhythmic support. Download the tablature for this arrangement, and more, on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/posts/mountain-i-am-23145505 Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download The final episode from the 2018 Black Mountain Music Festival in Black Mountain, North Carolina features old-time music from Ken Kolodner, Rick Thum, Stephen Seifert and Jim Miller, a rendition of Dean Martin’s “Marshmallow World” by Sissy Dinkle, Dan Landrum and Guy & Sharrie George, and a high-flying goodbye for the week. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download Coming from the 2018 Black Mountain Music Festival in Black Mountain, North Carolina, this episode catches some sights and sounds around the festival. The title refers to NC’s own Don Pedi, playing old-time with some of his students and a fab trio of Stephen Seifert, Sissy Dinkle and Lydia Brittan performing a late 40’s era torch song. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!

 Direct Download Another look at the 2018 Black Mountain Music Festival in Black Mountain, North Carolina featuring the inimitable Stephen Seifert in action. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands.Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!