Articles:

• Chord ExplorationsThis article is an introduction to chording on the hammered dulcimer. Diagrams, MIDI sound files, and notes walk you through each exercise, from basic triads through basic shapes to basic progressions.
• Introduction to ModesMany traditional tunes use one of four modes. Diagrams, MIDI sound files, and notes help you learn where these modes come from, how they work, and what modal tunes sound like.
• Beginning ArrangingThis article is an introduction to arranging on the hammered dulcimer. Diagrams, MIDI sound files, and notes walk you through several chordal embellishments you can use to arrange tunes.
• Separated handsFour simplified techniques for playing melody with your left hand while your right does something else. This article includes diagrams, MIDI sound files, notes, and sheet music.