Friday, March 29, 2019

Episode 435 - "1+/8+ = Awesome"

 


A deep look at the history of half-steps on the mountain dulcimer, leading up to a demonstration of what can be done with the 1+ and 8+ frets. New chords, scales and extended colors are part of the fun!

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Friday, March 22, 2019

Episode 434 - “Singing & Strumming”

 


Bing offers up some tips on singing while playing the mountain dulcimer. These include awareness of posture, song memorization, “feeling” the rhythm, training muscle-memory and lots of practice points.

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Friday, March 15, 2019

Episode 433 - “FGCDR Concert Moments”

 


Another look at the 7th Annual Florida Gulf Coast Dulcimer Retreat through the Saturday evening concert. The Manatee Orchestra begins with “Tequila” and then, a series of showtunes and some Bruce Springsteen from Guy & Sharrie George, Richard Ash and Bing Futch. For more information visit: http://www.GulfCoastDulcimer.com and http://www.CastawayMusicCruise.com

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Friday, March 08, 2019

Episode 432 - "Of Rivers & Oceans"

 


This special episode features moments from two events; The 7th Annual Florida Gulf Coast Dulcimer Retreat and the 2nd Annual Castaway Music Cruise. For more information visit: http://www.GulfCoastDulcimer.com and http://www.CastawayMusicCruise.com

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Friday, March 01, 2019

Episode 431 - "On The Road Again (Chord Study)"

 


Bing uses the Willie Nelson tune “On The Road Again” to demonstrate accidentals, chords and notes that aren’t part of the current key signature. Also, a look at root-five chords and dominant seventh chords and their usefulness.

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