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DULCIMERS IN AUSTRALIA

The dulcimer has become a popular instrument in Australia over the last two decades. It is possible to find dulcimers from all over the world in Australia, including the German Hackbrett, the Greek Sandouri, Eastern European Cymbalom, Persian Santour, and Indian Santur. Many instruments which are played in Australia are an American design which has been adapted for Australian conditions.The main builder of these instruments is the Canberra maker Gillian Alcock. For information on how to procure one of these instruments click on the following link:

Gillian Alcock Australian Dulcimer Page
email: Gillian Alcock

UNITED STATES

The dulcimer is a traditional instrument of the United States. It is used for many styles of music including Contra-Dance and Irish music. An excellent maker from West Virginnia, U.S.A. is Nicholas Blanton. Jackie Luke plays a Blanton Compact (pictured)
For more information on these instruments and the Upper Potomac Dulcimer Fest:
Nicholas Blanton Homepage

U.K & EUROPE

Britain has an active dulcimer scene. For more information contact:
Nonsuch Dulcimer Club
The international organisation Cimbalom World Asssociation is a network of dulcimer enthusiasts worldwide. The next CWA conference will be in Mexico in 2009. Contact:
Cimbalom World Association