Rock and Roll Girls by John Fogerty, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? Call us at 608-255-2254 or E-mail . Outside of here, you can find her at home with her two cats, at a local concert, or on a (short and scenic) hike. 0. . at the North Shore Music Theater in Beverly, MA. Wherever the harmonies are. Gibson. in Jazz Studies | member of Man vs. In folk ensembles, she has played in the Denver area, at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, the Old Town School in Chicago, and in Kerrville, Texas. Her clinical specialties include: mental health, neurodivergent children and adults, medical, survivors of trauma, and wellness. As a teacher, he likes to focus on developing a firm understanding of rhythm, harmony, and how the instrument itself works. Nic has been fortunate enough to share the stage with many great roots musicians including John Nemeth, Jason Ricci, Lonnie Brooks, Billy Branch, Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, And Big Head Todd and The Monsters. Deborah loves to take a yearly trip to Lake Michigan to visit her family at the cottage her grandparents built in the 1950s. Led by our founder Harry Tuft on the First Friday of each month, our hootenannies are a combination of an open mic, mass sing-a-long, and groovin good time. Jen loves hiking, eggs, yoga, in-season tomatoes, community, dreams, and cheese. - D45 provides the dulcimer enthusiast with three octaves of sparkling, clean and balanced sound in a 16 treble and 15 bass course configuration. or Best Offer You Are by Pat Metheny, Favorite hangout? View all brands: Gretsch, Faith, Fender, Ibanez, Martin, National,PRS, Sigma, SX and more, 0 in stock at our warehouse. - Lowest note is the D below middle C. 16 courses of strings on the treble bridge and 15 courses on the bass bridge. We rate this a 4-hammer project for these reasons. She has a B.A. Set the height and angle to suit your need Nicely decorated dulcimer hammers with a pick at the end! First Concert: Van Halen 1979, Balch Fieldhouse, Boulder. He first came to Swallow Hill as a banjo student to help him destress from working in journalism. First Concert: The Waverly Consort, an ensemble of period (Renaissance and pre-Renaissance) instruments. Jen grew up in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and has been singing in choirs since they could talk. In 1974 Ernie started his first bluegrass band, the Off the Wall Gang, and picked up the fiddle, piano, bass, and pedal steel a couple years later, becoming the leading go-to utility performer in Colorado, both live and in the studio. Favorite hangout? Dusty Strings D10 12/11 Hammered Dulcimer w/case $499 Used - Very Good Add to Cart 70s Dennis Murphy Hammered Dulcimer (Dulcimer Seed) - Built-in Case $525 Used - Good Add to Cart Hammer Dulcimer, 10 Treble/9 Bass Strings w/ Hammers $527.20 Brand New Free Shipping 30-Day Return Policy Add to Cart As a teen growing up in rural Michigan, Deborah wrote music, played in a rock band, and sang in choirs. I used to do Instrument Petting zoos and Ukulele strum alongs. My favorite things about Swallow Hill is its dedication to delivering high quality music to the masses and live music opportunities it shares with its employees. As the Volunteer Manager, Patty recruits, orients, trains, oversees the volunteers in a variety of roles across all departments including concerts and outreach programs. When she is not working, you can find her doing sound healings and running her business, Wake the Voice, where she blends her background in speech therapy, yoga, singing, and songwriting. When he is not teaching or performing, you can find him developing a community garden behind the apartment building where he lives, or in the vegetable gardens and fruit orchards at the farm. She teaches voice, harmony and performance. Teaching style: Having fun is a big priority, along with exposing students to different genres of fiddle music, with an overarching goal to fit fiddle into an ensemble. The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg. Anything by Remi Wolf, however Michael is the favorite, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? After receiving her Bachelors degree in Music Business, she started seeking out opportunities in Denvers music industry and came across Swallow Hill. As the Volunteer Manager, Patty recruits, orients, trains, oversees the volunteers in a variety of roles across all departments including concerts and outreach programs. I remember when one of our cello classes played Radioactive and for three minutes, our cello players were rock stars! View cart for details. 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A Swallow Hill Faculty Member for 40 years, he is an extremely versatile musician who plays just about any instrument that has strings, and more. What song could you listen to all day long? Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? She has been in nonprofit organizations her entire career, with the last ten focusing specifically on operations. Specializing in high quality hammered dulcimers. See Jensclasses here and her private lessons here. Aurora, CO | 1 of 8 billion earthling siblings | 3 years of college music school | Started teaching at Swallow Hill in 2000 | Chadzilla | Star Wars tatted. (Well, the harp and hammered dulcimer world, anyway) What were the pivotal moments, you ask? Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, longtime Swallow Hill teacher Paul Trunko started here as a staff member and then moved to teaching while performing in the area music scene. Before moving to Colorado three years ago from California, Allison served the Reagan Presidential Foundation for six years; from there, she managed the corporate, foundation, and major gift accounts for the United Service Organizations (USO). The treble bridge volume and panning is used for all MIDI sounds and will respond to MIDI volume messages.The app is also a Audiobus compatible source module.To truly experience the full stereo spread of the instrument, plug in a set of headphones or amplified speakers. We offer hammered dulcimers from Songbird, Master Works and Dusty Strings. I wont resell one like that. This pair of heart shaped wooden dulcimer hammers are made from walnut with lacewood accents. She started out on our customer service team before becoming the School Programs Manager. Bluebird by Cory Wong, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? Patty is also a part time musician and has called Swallow Hill Music her unofficial home away from home. Favorite hangout? You can find him cycling, fostering cats, and sampling boutique distilleries when not at work. Signed and Dated 03-19-14 Gorgeous Woods Includes Low A. Search results: Manufacturer: Eastman. Dusty Strings Harp & Hammered Dulcimer Makers, Used 1994 Fender Tie Dye 40th Anniversary Stratocaster, Used 2004 Gibson Les Paul Jimmy Page Signature, Used Deering Limited Edition Grand Ole Opry Goodtime 2, Click here for Dusty Strings Harp & Hammered Dulcimer Makers. Electric Bass, Drum Set, Guitar, Music Theory, Percussion, Piano/Keyboard. Select the MIDI channel on the controls page.When used via MIDI, the app responds to MIDI note-on (with velocity), note-off, and volume change messages on the selected MIDI channel. Wooden hammers for the American Hammered Dulcimer. Falcon park for an easy hike near Denver! Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 40 Priory Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7LA, 108 Queens Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3XF, 22 Lower Bridge Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2LG, 123 Oxford Road, All Saints, Manchester, M1 7DU, 20 East Street, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3HG. Sign up to our mailing list for special offers, folk news & competitions! The Downeaster Alexa' by Billy Joel. Ray and Sue are still working as hard as ever, although they are inclined to attribute most of the companys achievements to the support and dedication of all their employees, friends, advisors, family members and customers over the years. SOLD! Bruce Trujillo is a Chicana from occupied Ute, Cheyenne, and Arapahoe land, in whats now called Colorado raised on the Western Slope, and currently in Denver. First Concert: The Warlock Pinchers at The Gothic Theater (before the remodel) circa 91-92, What song could you listen to all day long? David's Dulcimers Bill Spence Edition #DL-409-Floating Soundboard, Hammered Dulc, Rocky Mountain Enterprises Hammered Dulcimer and Book 1987, Vintage Chinese Yangqin Hammered Dulcimer Instrument, BC Childress handmade hammered dulcimer USA 1990s - Natural. Master Works Hammer Dulcimer - Pioneer - Lightly Used. in Music from Metro State University in 2002 where he studied with the great Ron Miles. She believes learning should be fun, so she chooses material relatable to her students. First Concert: Natural Gas, Gary Wright, Peter Frampton 1976? . Wrecking Ball by Gillian Welch. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, checking out new breweries (and visiting old favorites), and hanging out in the beautiful mountains of Colorad, Footsteps in the Dark by The Isley Brothers, Any outdoor patio in the sunshine on a 65 degree day (extra points if theres a mountain view), Oddly, an Alan Jackson concert at Bandimere Speedway, Anything by Anthony Ruptak or The Copper Children, Kome joined the Swallow Hill team in 2018. There are l Come visit our shop during business hours: Tuesdays - Saturdays, 12 to 6 pm or order online any time. Click here for more information. Originally from New York, Star grew up on Floridas west coast, where sand, surf, and a handy guitar playing Joan Baez and Bob Dylan tunes helped her wait out the hot summers. In her leisure time, Patty can be found camping, kayaking, singing in the Boulder Womens Chorus, teaching a mighty band of ukulele and guitar players, playing board games, cooking, reading, playing with her bands in coffeehouses and bars, woodworking and attending live music events. Love U Like The Sun In June by Ryan Scott, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? Here, she was introduced to nonprofits when she was asked by the gallery owner to oversee the finances of her animal rescue. If so, then heres American Dulcimer Hammers, Leather, Pair. Dusty Strings Hammered Dulcimer Overture - 3. Directions. Music recorded by Brian can be heard on countless local demo & CD projects, and even on regional radio and Grammy-nominated albums. John McCutcheon ~ The Wind That Shakes The Barley ~ Hammer Dulcimer Music 1977 June Appal Recordings Sealed + Mint Vinyl LPThe vinyl is MThe sleeve is NM/VG+ sealed in shrink (see photos)NICE and CLEA Great Food by Joey Pecoraro, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? First Concert: Red Hot Chili Peppers with Stone Temple Pilots at Fiddlers Green, What song could you listen to all day long? Can I Kick It by A Tribe Called Quest, Favorite Denver (or Colorado) hangout? He oversees the daily financial operations and transactions, produces weekly and monthly reports, runs the accounts reconciliations, and handles the general ledger and journal entries. David was a long-time Swallow Hill patron prior to joining the staff in 2019. Guitar, Piano/Keyboard, Songwriting, Ukulele. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. Free Shipping. Swallow Hill of course! . They made posters and T-shirts and the people working there let them run down to the front since hardly anyone else had arrived early enough to see the first opening band. As a Customer Service Associate, Leah assists with school enrollment, day-of concert setup, building management, and general friendly assistance at the front desk. In April 2019, Ernie made the cover of the Spring issue of Western Way. Paul teaches Acoustic and Electric Guitar, Beginning Harmonica and Electric Bass in a variety of genres including rock, blues, bluegrass, and folk. Outside of work, Casey enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, being outdoors, and playing chess. First Concert: Oddly, an Alan Jackson concert at Bandimere Speedway, What song could you listen to all day? Hey! Teachings style: Davids specialty is teaching formal composition and improvisation to children and teens. Anything by Anthony Ruptak or The Copper Children, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? Demand kept growing, they hired their first employees, and they finally got their house back in 1982 when they moved the seven-person business to a roomy basement space in the Fremont neighborhood. We provide a wide selection of hammered dulcimers for sale, as well as all the necessary accessories. Plain wood no le Last time you were on your way to a jam session did you wish for a more portable stand? Love and Chains by Vivian Leva and RIley Calcagno, Favorite hangout? 70s Dennis Murphy Hammered Dulcimer (Dulcimer Seed) - Built-in Case. He can also be found traveling and reading. This D570 is one of a very limited edition featuring densely-figured bird's-eye maple rails and pinblocks. As the Digital Marketing Manager, he is responsible for spreading the joy of music by overseeing Swallow Hills social media, website, and email communications. Pop-up events, things that happen once and never again. Mountain Dulcimer, Hammered Dulcimer Mountain dulcimer wizard and vocalist Willie Jaeger takes what is often thought of as a "simple" folk instrument and discovers its complexity. Also for those who perform in musical theater shows or with their band/vocal group on stage. Elyse was born and raised in Denver, and has worked in marketing and at the front desk at Swallow Hill. First Concert: The first concert Deborah attended was Guster in 1999, when she was a freshman in high school. While gigging and touring are wonderful, teaching is a special part of his career. He specializes in the creative and spontaneous relationship we have with our instruments. This pair of heart shaped wooden dulcimer hammers are made from sheesham with lacewood accents. Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played. Directions. She studied classical voice for six years and began teaching voice in 2000, which brought her to Swallow Hill. Shop: Buy a hammered dulcimer and discover our products in our online store. Originally from central N.Y., Patty Jackson has called Westminster her home for the past 20 years. What song could you listen to all day? (Well, the harp and hammered dulcimer world, anyway) What were the pivotal moments, you ask? We are doing our best! When hes not performing or teaching, you can see his work at the Denver Paper Fashion Show (4-time consecutive winner), and at Silver Dollar City in Branson Missouri as their (National Award Winning) Master Pumpkin Carver., First Concert: Andre Crouch and the Disciples. She first learned to play in a couple of music festivals. Name changed to "Dusty Strings D550 Dulcimer". Photos, prices, and detailed descriptions for each of our dulcimer models, Beginner's guide to hammered dulcimers, general dulcimer info, & specifics about how we build them, Compare sound clips, prices and features of Dusty Strings hammered dulcimers, Custom options include dampers, abalone inlay & curly maple trim, Everything you need to outfit and service your hammered dulcimer (and some other fun stuff), Hammered dulcimer care & feeding, plus answers to common technical questions, Online ordering, string charts, & how to replace your strings. Case available separately. Hes also released three albums of his own original work. What song could you listen to all day? You can try it out in person, and if you like it, we can custom order one to your specifications. When not teaching you can find Paul working in his home studio, managing cartoon band Jammy Man, or riding his e-bike up and down the hills in Golden. My grandson singing Happy Birthday., Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? DULCIMER Teardrop 4 STRING -THE DULCIMER FACTORY EXCELLENT CONDITION. I bought this app while it was on sale for .99 cents but would gladly pay full price. First Concert:Bad Company with my mom in the 90s, What song could you listen to all day? What song could you listen to all day long? There are some hammered dulcimers on the market that simply cannot be made to play well because of poor initial design or construction, or because of irreparable damage from abuse. As CEO he is responsible for the long-term growth and development of Swallow Hills finances, team, programs, governance, partnerships, and profile. She transitioned into the art world and managed a gallery in Sausalito, California for seven years. There are le American Dulcimer Hammers, Plain, Pair. I was so glad to be apart of that. The best method of contact is by phone. She likes to teach improvisation alongside note reading for playing harp. We offer a variety of models and price levels to suit everyone from beginner to professional, and we are excited to share our love of this fascinating instrument with you! To join this Hootenany or ask about performing a song of your own, get the Zoom link by emailing Harry at [email protected] before the preceding Thursday at 11:59 pm (or by Tuesday at 11:59 pm if youd like to perform. O-o-h Child by The Five Stairsteps. Michigan native | Old Town School of Folk Music, Chicago | multi-instrumentalist | Masters of Education | DePaul University | member of Chain Station. Michael grew up in Gering, Nebraska listening to fishing boats and cattle. Handmade From Beautiful Hardwood, Hammer Dulcimer, Zither Harp or Auto Harp Tuning Wrench Gooseneck Style, Nepenenoyka Lap Harp Dulcimer: Hammer, Tuning Sheet, 16 Double Sided Song Sheets, Piano "T" Tuning Wrench Style Tool For Harpsichord, Zither, Dulcimer, And Harp, Antique Vintage Hammer Dulcimer Instrument - Made In USSR - Sheet Music - 8x15, Used Dulcimer with extra strings and picks 37 X 7 X 2 No case, 4 string dulcimer hourglass shape w/ hearts and pearl inlays OL Stapleton, 1986. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, checking out new breweries (and visiting old favorites), and hanging out in the beautiful mountains of Colorado. The Chickadee is designed so you can have a really good instr ***Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for delivery. He loves the outdoors, especially the Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona and Utah wilderness. SONGS YOU MUST HEAR BEFORE YOU DIE. We appreciate your continued patience if we are slower than usual to respond to your emails and phone calls. He teaches guitar in various genres and styles, music theory, and technology classes. I always feel like my coworkers and the administrative staff care about my wellbeing and success at work. I cant tell you how proud I am to be a Dusty! Queen City Coffee Collective on 1st and Cherokee in Baker neighborhood, Scruggs Style (3-finger), bluegrass, folk, and Clawhammer Banjo, Fairfield, Maine | husband | father of 3 | grandfather | B.A. In the studio, Ernie has been on over 150 albums in Colorado and in Nashville, and is in demand as an album producer, songwriter, and arranger. $34.00 shipping. Learning, performing, sharing, teaching with people who love music. Her musical journey began in the Bay Area punk scene, grew in Colorados songwriting circles, and continues in performances worldwide as well as in the classroom. What song could you listen to all day long? Michigan by The Milk Carton Kids, Favorite Denver/Colorado hangout? Features I love the community! Chapter 1: Pre-Fifties O sole mio St. Louis Blues Allons Lafayette Lgrimas negras Pokarekare St. James Infirmary Blues El manisero Minnie the Moocher Need a Little Sugar in My Bowl Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? Blued Zither Pin. What song could you listen to all day? Hammer Dulcimer with Beautiful Hand Painted Artwork on Soundboard with Case, VTG Music YangQin Hammered Aged Rosewood Chinese Dulcimer Stringed Case & Stand, Rhapsody 1616 hammered dulcimer by Hudson Hammered Dulcimers, Pair of Hammered Dulcimer Hammers. See stock in branches . We do direct shipping to you, but also have various Dealers who carry our products if you'd like to try before you buy. I'm very impressed with this app. Bryan is a lifelong musician, songwriter and audio engineer, and is glad to be able to blend his passion for music with his desire to work with his hands. One song is hard, but I could loop Bjorks album Homogenic all day long. This page was last updated: 01-May 05:15. What song could you listen to all day? We don't use any pushy sales tactics, and would love to answer any questions you might have (or help you figure out what questions to ask). Kristen offers individual music therapy sessions through the school, and also hosts First Fridays free music therapy drop-in groups. Mountain dulcimer wizard and vocalist Willie Jaeger takes what is often thought of as a simple folk instrument and discovers its complexity. I taught outreach for a while before COVID hit. What is your favorite thing about Swallow Hill, or your favorite Swallow Hill memory? In 2001, the woodworking part of the business outgrew the now-cramped Fremont space and moved into a bright and roomy shop a few miles away, while the retail store remained in Fremont, expanding to incorporate an extensive repair facility and music school. Deborah works with all ages. Nic Clark is a Harmonicist born and raised in Colorado. Wanting to share his musical experiences with more people, Matt began teaching at Swallow Hill in 2008. Carmina Burana by O Fortuna. His unique style of playing, and his popularity as a teacher at the renowned Swallow Hill School of Music, inspiredWestword, Denvers alternative weekly, to vote him Denvers Best Local Folkie. He was a finalist (Silver) in the national mountain dulcimer championship at Winfield, Kansas, and in 2009 he won a Gold Medal for Best Original Instrumental Composition at the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival. He customizes lessons to each students interests, goals, and skill level. Roy Willey was born an improviser. Demo Model - Dusty Strings D-670 with dampers This is one of my two personal instruments. . She also contributes to the administrative day-to-day of the music school and other Swallow Hill programs. The Bass bridge (on the right) can be played to the left of the markers, and the Superbass bridge (on the left) has the lowest notes, playable to the right of the markers.Toggle between a bright, clear ringing tone using hard hammers and a gentler, more piano tone using soft hammers by touching the image of the hammer in the upper left corner.To get repeated note "drag roll" effects, drag quickly horizontally across the strings. Outside of their career and school pursuits, you can find Amy at a live music event, adventuring with their pup Wheezy F Baby, tinkering with one of 300 half-done art projects, road tripping across the US, or in their garden growing approximately too many vegetables. Please contact your nearest branch to confirm availability and reserve this item before you travel. The Dusty Strings Apprentice Hammered Dulcimer model is a great choice for beginning dulcimer players, but it's also a good enough instrument to be a player's primary instrument. Teaching style: Spencers lessons are catered to interests, goals, and skill level for each student. It's attractive, sturdy and stable, and has a useful playing range that corresponds to well-regarded instructional materials. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Pre-Owned. Click on a location for contact details and map. For sale is a beautiful 16/15 Overture model Hammered Dulcimer made in Seattle, WA by the fine folks at Dusty Strings. What song could you listen to all day? Price: $3545 Includes double-sided hammers and gooseneck tuning wrench. $159.99. What is your favorite thing about Swallow Hill, or your favorite Swallow Hill memory? See Juliasclasses here and her private lessonshere. Denvers a great town for that, you just have to look. Peer Gynt Suite No. He studied piano and voice performance as well as acting at the University of Northern Colorado. Lover of world music | Swallow Hill outreach instructor | folk-fusion inspiration | toured Southeast Asia | autoharp master. Of course, the name also refers to the state of Ray and Sues house, which was constantly dusty from the workshop in the basement, and to the propensity of hammered dulcimers to collect dust under their many strings. What song could you listen to all day long? Search results: Manufacturer: McNally. Bruces connections to local and national/international music led her to Swallow Hill Music in 2021, to continue working on providing equitable representation in the live music landscape, focusing on BIPOC, femme, disabled, and 2SLGBTQ+ artists. For sale is a beautiful 16/15 Overture model Hammered Dulcimer made in Seattle, WA by the fine folks at Dusty Strings. Christy is originally from Hyde Park, New York, where she began her professional singing career as a folk singer. The drag roll sensitivity can be set on the settings screen. When used via MIDI, the app responds to MIDI note-on (with velocity), note-off . Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday11am - 4pm SundaysSubscribe for updates and offers, Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday11am - 5pm SundaysSubscribe for updates and offers, Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday11am - 5pm on SundaysSubscribe for updates and offers, Closed Monday 19th SeptemberUsual Hours:Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday11am - 4pm on SundaysSubscribe for updates and offers, Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday 12pm - 5pm SundaysSubscribe for updates and offers, Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturdayfor Sales, Advice, Orders, Repairs & CollectionsSubscribe for updates and offers, Scayles MusicOpen 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday 12pm - 5pm Sundaysfor Sales, Advice, Orders, Repairs & CollectionsSubscribe for updates and offers. Used - Very Good. As a clinician, she strives to cultivate an affirming space where clients can be and express however they need to in the moment building upon their unique interests and strengths to support their health through music. Where the zero meets the fifteen. Deborah is great for tentative learners because she is friendly and positive. One of my favorite Swallow Hill things is to give accompaniment and back up singing for my students who dare to perform in public. First Concert: The Jonas Brothers opening for the Cheetah Girls yup, What song could you listen to all day? Retail price $5625. Lily was born and raised in North Carolina and moved to Colorado with her partner in 2019. Nic got his first set of harmonicas on his 12th birthday, and soon began going to local jams and sitting in with some of Colorados most prominent Blues acts including The Delta Sonics, Johnny Long, Lionel Young, and Dan Trenor and Afrosippi. You can try it out in person, and if you like it, we can custom order one to your specifications. Dusty Strings Harp & Hammered Dulcimer Makers; Serialized Instruments and Cases Mountain Dulcimer. Originally from Baton Rouge, Anna Leavitt has a Bachelors of Music in Cello Performance from Louisiana State University, a Masters from the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver. Swallow Hill feels like an organization that is truly committed to their mission and puts energy towards improving the health of our Colorado community through access to the arts. Beard. Teaching Style: Stef combines traditional music education concepts and theory with a lot of improvisation, especially in rock, folk, and blues styles. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items!