Builders

Web Link Backyard Music

These are the cardboard dulcimer kits I use with kids. 		219

Web Link Bonnie Carol Dulcimers

Colorado resident, Bonnie Carol, is both a mountain and hammer dulcimer player who builds exquisite mountain dulcimers. Check her out. 		209

Web Link Folkcraft Instruments

Folkcraft instruments are made with pride and tradition, using the same methods as their founders used in 1968. Folkcraft Instruments is a family business, with two generations of luthiers putting their skill and experience into every instrument they create. I play several Folkcraft dulcimers and love them. 		191

Web Link Blue Lion Dulcimers

Music Folk instrument shop says "Since 1977, Blue Lion has crafted some of the finest mountain dulcimers in the world. Combining traditions seen in the finest of instruments with cutting edge technology, Blue Lion makes dulcimers that consistently have the tone and playability folk musicians look for. The company is operated by Robert and Janita Baker, who both still carefully watch the production of all of their instruments." I own one of their baritone dulcimers and love its deep and complex sound. 		230

Web Link McSpadden Dulcimers

McSpadden specializes in the mountain dulcimer. They have five full-time craftsmen with 142 years of experience among them. They craft high-quality dulcimers at affordable prices. Located in in Mountain View, Arkansas, in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north central Arkansas. I play one of their Ginger dulcimers and love its sweet, "music box" sound. 		253

Web Link Laurel Mountain Instruments

Mary Matarainen is the owner and builder of Laurel Mt. Dulcimers. She was Folkcraft's main builder when it was owned by founder, David Marks in Winsted, CT. Her instruments are beautifully made. I highly recommend them. 		484

Web Link Wood-N-Strings

Home of the Clemmer Dulcimer and the Clemmer Ban-Jammer. Mike and Connie have a beautiful dulcimer shop not far from Knoxville. Stop by if you're in the area. 		210