So I did some minor modifications on it, and it’s strung just like a standard mountain dulcimer. That means I didn’t have to learn something new. It looks like a Hobbit’s instrument in my hands 🤣
I have been playing this song every sat. night for the tourists over her in the rockies. I will be changing the chord arrangement on my rendition. I prefer yours. That bass really set it off . good job folks. Thanks for the video
These Old Time Tunes indeed tug on the heart strings. The charming stories were written by folks of a bygone era, paired with beautiful melodies. Sure glad you enjoyed it!
I was waiting for you to demonstrate a set of tigerwood bones. Since you didn't, out of the ones you demonstrated which set would the tigerwood bones sound most like, if any? Thanks!
Maybe someday I can make a sequel. The list of wood varieties is long, so I doubt I’ll ever get to the end of it. I don’t think I’ve played Tigerwood bones, but hard woods generally have a higher pitch and louder clack vs. soft woods. As mentioned in the video, the sound is greatly affected by the grip and offset of the bones. If you’re thinking of getting some, I’d recommend one set of wood and the other of natural bones. Any set you get will get the job done.
@@barnjam Thank you very much! I'm just getting into "trying" to play the bones, it's not as easy as it looks, and I expected that going in to it. Anyway, I purchased a set of Tigerwood and a set of Boxwood, both made by Pea Patch. If you could point me in the direction to where I could get a set of real bones I would really appreciate it. Take care and God bless!
That’s great! Those Pea Patch Bones are very resonant and versatile. You may want to start with a two-fingered grip, if they seem thick. I mean two fingers between the bones instead of one. Natural bones are harder to find anymore. Several great makers have retired. Check out Lark in the Morning for pair of natural bones I like. larkinthemorning.com/collections/bones-spoons/bones
@@barnjam Thank you very much for the tip on how to hold the Pea Patch bones, and taking the time to answer my question. I really do appreciate it! I will definitely check out the website. Thanks again.
