Dulcimer U

Name: Dulcimer U
Address: Cullowhee, NC, 28723, US
Telephone: +18282277115
Price range: $$$
Rating: 5

Offering dulcimer workshops at various times throughout the year, both on campus and off campus.
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Dulcimer U will continue the long-standing tradition of giving students only the absolute best educational experience available for the mountain dulcimer. Unlike many festivals around the country, Dulcimer U is not about the performers, it’s about you….the student.

05/19/2024

https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/dulcimer-u-summer-week/index.aspx

REGISTER NOW NOTE: WCU has just launched a new registration system that looks very different from the one we've used in the past. Please pay close attention to the step-by-step instructions for registering for the conference and then choosing your classes. You will need to create an account to get ...

04/25/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - Shawn McCurdy joins our Dulcimer U staff this summer to teach afternoon electives. More info, including registration can be found by clicking on this link https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/

04/21/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - Are you interested in learning more about the bass dulcimer? Elaine Conger will be teaching a week long class titled "Just the Bass-ics" that will focus specifically on playing the bass dulcimer. More info, including registration can be found by clicking on this link https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/dulcimer-u-summer-week/index.aspx

04/17/2024

SPOTLIGHT ON DULCIMER U STAFF - Each summer, Jim Miller is an integral part of the Dulcimer U staff.! He not only leads the jam sessions but also teaches classes. His morning class this year will focus on "The Mechanics of Music" suitable for most skill levels. Learn more about Jim's class and other offerings by clicking on this link https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/dulcimer-u-summer-week/index.aspx

04/07/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - Laurie Alsobrook will be teaching the Level 2 Advancing Beginners Skills Class each morning at this summer's Dulcimer Week. The dates are July 21-26 on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Registration is open at https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/

03/24/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - Rob Brereton joins our Dulcimer U Summer Week to teach the Level 4 Upper Intermediate Skills Class each morning. The dates are July 21-26 on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Registration is open at https://www.wcu.edu/.../conferences-and.../dulcimer-u/

03/18/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - This year, Linda Brockinton joins our Dulcimer U Summer Week to teach the Level 3 Fingerstyle Dulcimer Class each morning. Registration is open at https://www.wcu.edu/.../conferences-and.../dulcimer-u/

03/08/2024

Great day teaching at Biltmore Park!

03/08/2024

Dulcimer Duets @ Dulcimer U today.

03/07/2024

Join us for a harmonious retreat where dulcimer enthusiasts gather to celebrate music, friendship, and the beauty of the summer season in Cullowhee, NC! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting your dulcimer journey, there's something for everyone! With workshops led by experts and impromptu jam sessions, there's an abundance of opportunities to learn, share, and grow as musicians and individuals. Embrace the spirit of community as we come together to celebrate our love for the dulcimer!

02/20/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - This year, Carol Crocker returns to our Dulcimer U Summer Week to teach the Level 1 New Players Class each morning. Registration will open soon at https://www.wcu.edu/.../conferences-and.../dulcimer-u/

02/10/2024

Last year, this beautiful, one of a kind dulcimer, was generously donated by luthier Todd Wever to be raffled for our Dulcimer U Scholarship Fund. Todd will be donating a dulcimer again this year for our raffle.

02/10/2024

Our Dulcimer U Summer Week staff for 2024. Mark your calendar for July 21-26 on the campus of Western Carolina University Look for registration to open soon.

02/10/2024

DULCIMER U STAFF SPOTLIGHT - This year we welcome Stephen Seifert to our Dulcimer U Summer Week. Steve will be teaching the Level 5 Beyond Intermediate Skills Class each morning as well as afternoon electives. Registration will open soon at https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/

01/30/2024

Registration for our March 8 Dulcimer Duets workshop (a hybrid event) is now open at https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/ Stay tuned for more info on our Summer Dulcimer Week July 21-26.

01/05/2024

Time to Register for Dulcimer Duets presented by Larry and Elaine! This one-day workshop will include various genres of music and will include pieces previously presented during Larry and Elaine's Duet Dulcimer Retreat! Register today at dulcimer.wcu.edu

10/19/2023

Registration is open to join Larry & Elaine for Christmas with Dulcimer U! It will be held on November 10th from 10-3 on the campus of WCU, with a virtual option to join! We hope to see you there!

Register Here: https://wcupg.wcu.edu/C20252_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=583&SINGLESTORE=true

08/05/2023

Our newly elected King & Queen of Dulcimer U 2023 enjoying a late night Barre Chord Jam, which some would say is a GREAT way to practice your mountain dulcimer salute!

07/29/2023

Lisa Taylor (right) won this year's beautiful raffle dulcimer built and donated by Todd Wever (center). Then, she generously presented it to Adrienne Engel (left) in a gesture of kindness and friendship. Kudos to Lisa! The dulcimer raffle raised $1,050.00 for the Dulcimer U scholarship fund! Thank you Todd!

07/28/2023

Ginny Oman of Candler, NC is such a Dulcimer U fan that she has created her own DU swag with badges made by our dear friend, Lee Felt, known as "The Bag Lady," aka, Thistledew Acres. In pre-pandemic days, Lee would make these badges every year and donated all proceeds to the DU scholarship fund, namely the one named in honor of her beloved, Doug. https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/dulcimer-u-summer-week/scholarships.aspx

07/28/2023

Meet the new King and Queen of Dulcimer U 2023: Betsy and Dale Anthony of Madison, Alabama!

07/27/2023

The newly crowned king of Dulcimer U, Dale Anthony.

07/27/2023

Thursday's Dulcimer U ensemble class playing the Ukrainian National Anthem with Butch Ross.

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Cullowhee, NC
28723

Telephone

+18282277115

Website

http://dulcimerU.wcu.edu/

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Videos

Thursday's Dulcimer U ensemble class playing the Ukrainian National Anthem with Butch Ross.

Flash mob at the Courtyard Dining Hall.

Wednesday's ensemble class at Dulcimer U with Irma Reeder.

Tuesday's ensemble class at Dulcimer U with Elaine Krisle Conger

Finlandia - Ensemble Day 1

Check out what Irma Reeder will be offering this summer at Dulcimer U Registration is now open.

Carol Crocker, WCU alumni, will be teaching our Level 2 Advancing Beginner Skills Class each morning this summer at Dulcimer U

Laurie Alsobrook will be teaching the New Players class this summer at Dulcimer U

Laurie Alsobrook will be teaching the New Players class at Dulcimer U this July.

Check out Carolyn Brodginski's classes at Dulcimer U this July.

Here's a personal invitation from Jim Miller to join his "Mechanics of Music" class this summer at Dulcimer U July 23-28. https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/dulcimer-u/

Dulcimer U Celebration of St. Patrick's Day

WCU enjoyed hosting this special celebration of St. Patrick's Day Irish Tunes for our Dulcimer U friends! Thanks to Larry Conger for hosting such a great in-person and virtual event! If you attended, what was your favorite tune?