Original dulcimer players club

Who we are

We are an association of folk musicians devoted to preserving the music and traditions of the 'Original' Hammered Dulcimer through education, live performance and hands on experience.
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what we do

  • We Sponsor the 'FunFest', the 'Grand Daddy' of all dulcimer festivals.
  • We Teach & Promote the Hammered Dulcimer via the Education Program
  • We Support & Promote Local Jams
  • We preserve the Music and Traditions of the Hammered Dulcimer
learn to play

find a jam

  • Finding local musicians is tough. But we are here to help
  • If you hear of a local jam - let us know! We will spread the word
find a jam

events

  • The ODPC calendar of events is a work in progress.
  • We need a volunteer to help maintain the calendar.
  • Please contact us if you would like to help.
  • Note: No prior knowledge is needed! We will train you!
event calendar

education program

  • Each year we loan dulcimers to new students and refer them to mentors and teachers.
  • Would you like to mentor or teach? Let us know!
learn to play

evart funfest

What is the FunFest? An all volunteer acoustic music festival. And a whole lot of fun. Most attendies come play music together, attend our free workshops, make new friends, and immerse themselves in acoustic folk music.
  • Evening Concerts
  • Jamming all Day and Night
  • Wide Variety of Workshops
  • Kids Activities and Youth Concert
  • Contra Dancing
  • Vendors & Instrument Sales
evart funfest

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