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Mid-East European Mountain Dulcimer

Mid-East European Mountain Dulcimer

Personnel: James Asher (bouzouki, dulcimer, keyboards); Suzanne Bramson, Sivamani (vocals); Chris Hurn (cello); Madeleine (harp); Melanie Hurn (flute). LOTUS PATH is a wonderful meditative recording from an artist who is best known for his drumming and ritual albums. James Asher has put aside his frame drums for echoed flutes and the gentle percussive qualities of the dulcimer, creating an innovative sound reminiscent of his first album, 1989's THE GREAT WHEEL. While it would be easy to refer to LOTUS PATH as ambient, it goes far beyond that simple description. The title track is over 30 minutes long and was composed for extended meditations, incorporating world beat rhythms with New Age sensibilities. On this track, Asher mixes the eight-stringed bouzouki and the 36-stringed dulcimer, using a moaning guttural chant for a percussive base. These unusual elements are further offset by a sparse arrangement and the evocative use of echo and silence. "Cedar Tree" is another example of Asher's unique sound. Heartbeat drumming slowly percolates while the sound of a flute rolls in and out like the tide, resulting in a provocative track that is perfect for appreciating a quiet moment. This recording is not a blank canvas like other meditative offerings. Instead LOTUS PATH is a guiding force for those who want to savor the stillness as they enjoy a musical journey.

Personnel: James Asher (bouzouki, dulcimer, keyboards); Suzanne Bramson, Sivamani (vocals); Chris Hurn (cello); Madeleine (harp);

ORNMNT-ANGEL-MINI HARP EACH

ORNMNT-ANGEL-MINI HARP EACH

Professional European Cherry Mountain Dulcimer w/ Case

Professional European Cherry Mountain Dulcimer w/ Case

Personnel: Neal Hellman (mountain dulcimer), Bruce Abrams, William Coulter (guitars), Martin Simpson (slide guitar), Danny Carnahan (mandolin), Cheryl Ann Fulton (harp), Paul Hostetter (banjo, guitar, mandolin, harmonica), Shira Kammen, Joe Weed (violins), Robin Petrie (hammered dulcimer), Barry Phillips (cello, organ, harmonium, percussion), Lars Johannesson (flute), Shelley Phillips (oboe, English horn, recorder), Carl Rey (harmonica), Todd Phillips (bass). Recorded at Bear Creek Studios, Santa Cruz, California in 1993. Includes liner notes by Gail Rich and Neal Hellman.

Personnel: Neal Hellman (mountain dulcimer), Bruce Abrams, William Coulter (guitars), Martin Simpson (slide guitar), Danny Carnaha

The Chesterfield Kings: Greg Prevost (vocals, guitar, violin, viola, harmonica, Mellotron, maracas, claves, castanets, tambourine); Paul Morabito (acoustic & elctric guitars, 12-string guitar, mandolin, zither, piano, organ, Clavioline, effects, background vocals); Andy Babiuk (acoustic & electric guitars, baritone guitar, dulcimer, sitar, tamboura, bass, background vocals); Mike Boise (Theremin, drums, maracas, claves, castanets, tambourine). Additional personnel: Little Steven (baritone guitar, organ, background vocals); Jorma Kaukonen (guitar). Producers: Greg Prevost, Andy Babiuk, Little Steven. Recorded at Living Eye Recording Studios, Rochester, New York.

The Chesterfield Kings: Greg Prevost (vocals, guitar, violin, viola, harmonica, Mellotron, maracas, claves, castanets, tambourine)

Apple Creek, 4-String Dulcimer GV-ACD100K

Apple Creek, 4-String Dulcimer GV-ACD100K

MOUNTAIN BORN was recorded in 1995, 50 years into Jean Ritchie's influential folk career. Many of the songs that the then 72-year-old singer recorded here are ballads that she learned while growing up with 13 siblings in a cabin in the Kentucky mountains. Her two sons provide sturdy backing vocals and a range of instruments to the recording. Ritchie describes her music as "traditional Appalachian," and the texture of MOUNTAIN BORN is tinged with fiddle, dulcimer, and pedal steel. On the title track, Ritchie recalls the verdant days of her youth, singing "my parents gave me country manners and the mountains for my friends." The sparsely arranged track "Barley Bright" highlights Ritchie's mastery of the dulcimer. The light and memorable "Loving Hannah" even contains a melody line that seems drawn from Irish folk. Indeed, it's the surprising musical variety of MOUNTAIN BORN that makes it most endearing.

MOUNTAIN BORN was recorded in 1995, 50 years into Jean Ritchie's influential folk career. Many of the songs that the then 72-year-

Mice Parade: Andy Pierce (acoustic guitar, dulcimer, Fender Rhodes piano, vibraphone, bass, drums, percussion). Additional personnel includes: Dorothea Tachler (spoken vocals, violin); Marc Wolf (guitar); Helen Ann Shea (drone guitar, percussion); Carlo Cennamo, Herman Wright (saxophone); Dylan Christy, Tyler Pistilli (vibraphone). Engineers: Adam Pierce, Peter Katis, Shane Deblasio.

Mice Parade: Andy Pierce (acoustic guitar, dulcimer, Fender Rhodes piano, vibraphone, bass, drums, percussion). Additional personn

L.OSKAR MEL MAK R.PlateS E

L.OSKAR MEL MAK R.PlateS E

Pan Flute, Bamboo Musical Instrument

Pan Flute, Bamboo Musical Instrument

Roosebeck Emma Mountain Dulcimer 4-String Vaulted Fretboard Spruce Soundboard Knotwork

Roosebeck Emma Mountain Dulcimer 4-String Vaulted Fretboard Spruce Soundboard Knotwork

roosebeck grace mountain dulcimer 4-string vaulted spruce f-holes *blemished

roosebeck grace mountain dulcimer 4-string vaulted spruce f-holes *blemished

Roosebeck 16/15 Hammered Dulcimer String Set

Roosebeck 16/15 Hammered Dulcimer String Set

8.5" Brown and Red Turtle-Shaped Hand-Carved Kalimba

8.5" Brown and Red Turtle-Shaped Hand-Carved Kalimba

6" Brown and Silver Kalimba with Hand-Carved Turtle Design

6" Brown and Silver Kalimba with Hand-Carved Turtle Design

Roosebeck Grace Mountain Dulcimer 5-String Vaulted Fretboard Spruce Soundboard F-Holes

Roosebeck Grace Mountain Dulcimer 5-String Vaulted Fretboard Spruce Soundboard F-Holes

Roosebeck Dulcimer Hammers, Teardrop, Lacewood

Roosebeck Dulcimer Hammers, Teardrop, Lacewood

Roosebeck Dulcimer Hammers Sheesham Leather Padded - Pair

Roosebeck Dulcimer Hammers Sheesham Leather Padded - Pair

Arched Mountain Dulcimer - 4 String

Arched Mountain Dulcimer - 4 String

Arched Mountain Dulcimer, 4 String, Knotwork

Arched Mountain Dulcimer, 4 String, Knotwork

Roosebeck Mountain Dulcimer 4-String Cutaway Upper Bout F-Holes Scrolled Pegbox

Roosebeck Mountain Dulcimer 4-String Cutaway Upper Bout F-Holes Scrolled Pegbox

Roosebeck 12/11 Hammered Dulcimer

Roosebeck 12/11 Hammered Dulcimer

Round 8 Keys Kalimba Mbira Thumb Piano Likembe Sanza Red Musical Instruments

Round 8 Keys Kalimba Mbira Thumb Piano Likembe Sanza Red Musical Instruments

Mid-East Turkish Oud Sheesham w/ Gig Bag, OUDRT

Mid-East Turkish Oud Sheesham w/ Gig Bag, OUDRT

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