Bing’s Workshop Previews

QuaranTUNE Virtual Dulcimer Fest - 9/28 - 10/1

Intro

Friday Session 1 - Unleashing the Power of 1 1/2 and 8 1/2 Frets (Level 4)

Unlock a world of possibilities with the 1 1/2 and 8 1/2 frets! Discover how to not only enhance your tunes but how to inject color and emotion into your playing. Dive into captivating songs that showcase the magic of these extra frets and elevate your dulcimer playing to new heights. (Level 4)

Friday Session 2 - Mountain Dulcimer Delta Blues (Level 2)

Unleash your inner blues artist with the mountain dulcimer! Discover the soulful world of authentic Mississippi Delta Blues with three chords, simple riffs, and hypnotic rhythms while adding layer upon layer of bluesy elements. Strum, pluck, and slide the blues, and tell stories that resonate with every note. 

Friday Session 5 - How to Play Bass Mountain Dulcimer (Level 3)

Learn to create easy-to-play bass lines with any chord, connect notes for melodic runs, and master percussive effects like muting and chucking. No bass? No problem! Discover the bass-ics and transform jam tunes with groovy walking bass lines. Get answers to gear-related questions and prepare to be invited to lots of jams!

Friday Session 7/Saturday Session 6 - Learning to Play the Native American Flute (All Levels)

Unlock the captivating melodies of the Native American flute with ease! Learn the basics, including flute anatomy, breath control, major and minor scales, and enchanting ornamentation techniques. Discover your very own spirit song and connect with the soul of this beautiful instrument. Don't have a flute? No worries! Reach out to Bing for details on ordering your own. All skill levels are welcome on this magical musical journey!

Saturday Session 3 - Exploring Amplification & Effects with Mountain Dulcimer (Level 4)

Explore the world of amplified mountain dulcimer music fearlessly! Unravel the mysteries of pickups, microphones, audio interfaces, and amplifiers, and experiment with digital effects like reverb and delay. Gain confidence as I demonstrate essential gear and help you find your perfect setup.

Saturday Session 4 - Jigs and Reels - Irish Fiddle Style (Level 5)

Embrace the spirit of Ireland with classic Irish fiddle tunes on your dulcimer! Flatpick and strum your way through lively jigs and reels like "Swallowtail Jig," "The Road To Lisdoonvarna," and "Kesh Jig." Master special finger placements and scale exercises that will enhance your repertoire!

Saturday Session 5 - Fingerpicking Fun on the Mountain Dulcimer (Level 4)

Expand your musical repertoire and explore the world of fingerpicking! Study beautiful tunes that come to life with just the touch of your fingers. Learn essential patterns for each song and spice up your playing with delightful new skills. Let's add a pinch of pizzazz to your dulcimer melodies!

Outro

Registration opens on August 27th at 3 pm EDT and classes regularly sell out, so don’t miss your chance to take workshops with Bing at QDF!!