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spacer Spacer I have been teaching private lessons, group lessons, and workshops for hammered dulcimer
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spacer Dear Jody,

     I truly learned an incredible amount and am not only more confident in my playing,
I'm much more willing to work on embellishments or arrangements. Thanks again!!

          Warmly,
          Chris

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I'm comfortable with all levels of learning, from "I-got-this-thing-for-Christmas-and-
don't-have-a-clue-what-to-do-with-it" (been there!) to advanced players who perform regularly.

Spacer Your Sunday workshop was the highlight
of my weekend. Your approach to teaching is
remarkably clear...I have learned so much from you!
          Sincerely,
          Debra


Belgium Class
Jody and her class in Gooik, Belgium
Photo by Karin Bellaart.


Spacer PRIVATE IN-PERSON AND ONLINE LESSONS

No previous experience is necessary, and the ability to read music is not mandatory.
In-person lessons are in McLean, Virginia, five minutes from the Beltway.
Online lessons occur over Zoom.

Fees: $70/hour. I also can work out a fee and schedule for people who live further away
and would like to take periodical lessons for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

I also teach frequently for online festivals such as QuaranTUNE.

I have rental instruments. Rental instruments are available from the House of Musical Traditions
and from June Apple Dulcimers (Carl Gotzmer, proprietor; call [301] 283-6937).


Spacer You're a great teacher,
and this has been such a
wonderful experience! Thanks!

          --Jennifer

Teaching Class
Jody teaches the class the proper way to hold hammers.


WORKSHOPS

My workshop experience includes courses lasting an hour to seminars lasting a week. I have taught at a number of camps and festivals, including the Augusta Heritage Arts Center, Upper Potomac Dulcimer Festival, Northeast Dulcimer Symposium, and others. A sampling of some of the workshops I teach includes:

  • Backup Basics: Chord patterns, chord progressions, how to accompany others, and more (beginning - intermediate)
  • Beyond the Melody: Tips and tricks for adding harmony, chords, and rhythmic elements to your solos playing (advanced beginning)
  • Deck the Dulcimer: Christmas tunes with solo arrangements, duets, and trios for two or more dulcimers or mixed instruments (intermediate - advanced)
  • Dulcimer Map: Learning to recognize inherent patterns with reinforcing exercises (beginning - advanced beginning)
  • Hand Independence: Tunes and exercises for playing bass lines and accompaniment with one hand while the other hand carries the melody (intermediate - advanced)
  • His Majesty's Muses: Early and Renaissance music from the time of King Henry VIII and beyond; music is written in parts and suitable for mixed instruments (intermediate - advanced)
  • Hornpipes: Bouncy toe-tappers from a variety of traditions, with ideas on duets and backup (intermediate)
  • Intensives: Suitable for longer workshops, these general classes at the beginning, advanced beginning, intermediate, or advanced levels include repertoire, exercises, arranging, technique, rhythm, etc.
  • Jigs and Reels: Great tunes from Ireland, Scotland, and other Celtic lands, with tips on embellishment and backup (intermediate - advanced)
  • Making it Musical: Embellishing and arranging your solo playing (advanced beginning - intermediate)
  • Merry Old English Tunes: Easy toe-tappers from the Morris and English country-dance traditions (advanced beginning - intermediate)
  • Playing for Weddings: In addition to wedding repertoire, this class covers practical consideration of the logistical and business aspects of playing for ceremonies, etc. (intermediate - advanced)
  • Twisty Tunes: Fun tunes with a chromatic slant (intermediate - advanced)
  • You've Got Rhythm!: Ideas for backing up jigs, reels, waltzes, and more (intermediate - advanced)


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