Susan Trump
For years, Susan Trump has been winning fans with her singing, her outstanding instrumental skill on the mountain dulcimer, guitar and banjo, and her clear, relaxed teaching style. She is a much sought-after instructor and performer and has won awards in both banjo and mountain dulcimer competitions.
Susan's magic stems from her ability to link the pastoral, tranquil images of traditional rural America to our contemporary life. Her songs touch the heart, recall the past, and inspire the times ahead. Her sense of humor always adds a fresh touch to her performances, combined with her outstanding artistry on the mountain dulcimer, guitar, banjo, and fretless banjo.
Workshops
1. “Bavarian-ish” Mountain Songs for Singing and Dancing
In the spirit of Oktoberfest in Helen we’ll learn The Happy Wanderer, the lovely round, I Love the Mountains and a lively polka.
2. Favorites from the English Countryside (new 2026)
The English countryside is stunning. It was the inspiration for For the Beauty of the Earth. Early One Morning, and Gently Maiden round out this trilogy of gorgeous tunes for your repertoire. DAD tuning.
3. Carter Family Songs and Tunes - Strummed and bluegrass style
The Carter Family recorded between 1927 and 1956. They were the first vocal group to become country music stars. We’ll learn some of their hits using a characteristic strum, then try them with a bluegrass fingerpicking style and add a few hammer-ons and pull-offs to make them even more fun. DAD tuning.