Week 4
Craft & Folklore
Mountain Dulcimer Construction
Keith Young

Students will learn craftsmanship in the process of building a fretted mountain dulcimer. Instruction stresses good craftsmanship, design, joinery, and finishing techniques and safe use of hand and power tools (band saw, drill press, and bench sander). Instrument repair is taught if there is a need or an interest.

No prior woodworking experience is necessary to build a dulcimer, just a will to learn and build a fine-sounding instrument. Solid Appalachian hardwoods are used and, if desired, butternut or spruce for the soundboard. Experienced woodworkers may choose to customize the shape of the body or length of the fretboard. All students are encouraged to design their own sound holes.

A long time Augusta instructor, Keith works with students of various woodworking experience from novice to master. Students will take home a finished instrument.

Keith Young
3815 Kendale Road
Annandale, VA 22003
Phone: 703-941-1071
Email: keith@AppalachianDulcimers.com
www.AppalachianDulcimers.com