In this book and CD, Jean Ritchie starts with the simplest of children's songs to introduce you to you dulcimer. In sure, steady steps, she adds songs, instrumentals, scales and tuning that will build your musical understanding as well as your dexterity and technique. You'll also learn a variety of strumming and picking tecniques using your fingers and a flatpick. By the end of the lesson you'll be playing wonderful songs and will be well prepared to go on to more advanced dulcimer techniques.