Learning your first mountain dulcimer chords is one of those moments where everything clicks. The instrument suddenly goes from a…

Getting your dulcimer in tune is the single most important thing you can do before you play a single note….

Thinking about learning the hammered dulcimer? Daniel Johnstone covers what to expect, how hard it is, what you need, and how to structure your practice.

Wondering if the dulcimer is easy to learn? Daniel Johnstone breaks down both the mountain dulcimer and hammered dulcimer for beginners — honestly.

The best mountain dulcimer accessories: a wall hanger, a proper carrying case, and the right capo. Everything you need once your instrument arrives.

Which mountain dulcimer strings should you buy? Comparing D’Addario EJ64 and Folkcraft string sets, covering ball end vs loop end, gauge, material, and how often to change them.

The best hammered dulcimer hammers compared by material — rosewood, lacewood, leather, and sheesham. Covers how head material affects tone, weight, and playing style.