Elderly Instruments Latest - Hamered Dulcimer http://elderly.com/list/hammered_dulcimers/new.rss en-us copyright 2009 Elderly Instruments Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:00:13 -0500 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:00:13 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 720 webmaster@elderly.com Hymns and devotional songs old and new with singer Diane Rostollan on autoharp, singer Bob Rostollan on bass and guitar, Martha Kuch on harp and hammered dulcimer, and guitarist John Kuch. "It Is Well With My Soul," "How Can I Keep From Singing," "Come Thou Font of Every Blessing," lots of original songs; 19 tracks in all. Engineered by Paul Goelz. ($14.95) ]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/SBP-CD2009.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/SBP-CD2009.htm Goes beyond the stereotypes of genies and Aladdins lamp to illuminate the entire treasure trove of Middle Eastern music. Brings you the full bounty of the region: over 35 classical compositions, well-known folk tunes, and modern popular compositions by 'Abd al-Wahab, the Rahbani brothers, and other stars of the Arab world. In addition, the book gives substantial information on traditional performance practices, common musical forms, and the unique qualities that define Middle Eastern music. Rhythmic patterns, semitones, modes, accompaniment, and improvisation in a Middle Eastern style are discussed in detail. Numerous diagrams explain Middle Eastern modes, and how to bring them to life on your Western dulcimer. Beginning/intermediate. 44 pp. ($14.99) ]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20616.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20616.htm FOR LARGER INSTRUMENTS - Cleverly designed small humidifier suitable for larger instruments such as guitar, bass, dulcimer, etc. Easy to use and refill, the clear barrel allows you to view the amount of water remaining in the humidifier. ADJUSTABLE moisture release. About 2 5/8" in diameter, 3/4" tall. It may be best to use distilled water to avoid mineral build-up. Instructions included. ($10.95) ]]> Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/accessories/items/HUMI3.htm http://elderly.com/accessories/items/HUMI3.htm Book/CD set. Music for the hammered dulcimer from the album of the same title. Maggie has created a perfect collection for all levels of playing, including both a beginning "melody-only" version and challenging intermediate versions with variations, ornaments, flams and bass runs. Two early music pieces present the melody, and a version for duet and quartet with bass line. The music is drawn from jigs, reels and airs from Ireland, Scotland and Brittany, France and Renaissance dance manuscripts. Presented as the basic melody with chords. Many of the tunes include a variety of advanced techniques and use of unusual modes and scales and interesting chord substitution to add spice and challenge you. Multiple levels. 56 pp. ($19.99) ]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21734BCD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21734BCD.htm A collection of tunes commonly found in the standard bluegrass repertoire. Favorite vocal pieces such as "A Man of Constant Sorrow," "Angel Band," "Keep on the Sunny Side," and "Will the Circle be Unbroken," are included alongside hot instrumentals such as "Jerusalem Ridge," "Rawhide," "Big Mon," and "Blue Grass Stomp." Even traditional tunes that you think you know already such as "Bill Cheatham," "Farewell to Whiskey," "Forked Deer," and "Salty Dog" are given a new twist when presented as a typical bluegrass 'break.' Intermediate players and above will enjoy the challenge of learning more complicated versions of common tunes and performing them at the high-speed tempo expected in bluegrass music. You're encouraged to use these examples of bluegrass breaks merely as a starting point. Improvisation is a key component in playing bluegrass style and players will enjoy experimenting with their own creations. Standard notation only, with guitar chords. Intermediate. 56 pp. ($14.95) ]]> Sun, 03 May 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20807.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20807.htm 2008 -- Kendra Ward on hammered dulcimer and bass, Bob Bence on guitar and fiddler Michael Allen in a program of 14 old-time tunes, marches, waltzes and breakdowns: "Over the Waterfall," "Southwind," "Rosin the Beau," "Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine" and more. ($13.95) ]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/UCP-CD115.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/UCP-CD115.htm