Post by Ptarmigan on May 10, 2008 11:50:57 GMT
It is understood the the Hammered Dulcimer spread from Scotland to Co Antrim, so it is fascinating to learn more about the history of the Hammered Dulcimer in Scotland. This may have a bearing on why so may Scottish tunes were played by Antrim players.
Here's a page I put together looking at the Dulcimer in Scotland.
The Hammered Dulcimer in ScotlandThe foremost player in Scotland today is Jack Bethel & he has put together a fascinating website with excellent photographs & some wonderful sound clips of Glasgow players.
Jack Bethel's Dulcimer websiteCheers
Ptarmigan