Songs of the American Railroad - Friday, Session 2 - Level 3 - Sailors used sea shanties to provide rhythm and song to aid their work; railroad workers used music in the same way! We’ll play some lively railroad songs on the mountain dulcimer for an authentic American experience.

Using the “Magic X” - Saturday, Session 3 - Level 3 - Do you understand arpeggios? Are you ready to harness their power? The “Magic X” puts the notes of an arpeggio right under your fingers, making it easy to visualize and easy to play when it occurs in music. We’ll discover the arpeggios of several chords using the “Magic X” and then play examples in tunes, reading TAB.

Play with Comfort and Avoid Injury – Saturday, Session 6 - Level 2 - Playing an instrument involves repetitive motion. How we use our bodies to produce music matters – a lot! Do you have any discomfort from playing? Learn simple guidelines for using your body in the most efficient way. Your new awareness will enable you to play more comfortably in the present and may help you avoid injuries in the future. A strap is required.