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The Making of The Entrance of Sound

Most of these videos I made for myself during the creation of The Entrance of Sound for a personal archive and detailed review of my playing. When you are concentrating on playing, it’s difficult to analyze what you are actually doing and what it sounds like. When you watch and listen to yourself playing, you get an outsiders perspective and catch so many things and get many fresh ideas. I never dreamed that I would be sharing these videos with you because they are rough drafts and include mistakes. But, I thought I would swallow my pride to let you gain insight into the development process of a CD, since a primary purpose of this site is to help you become a better player. Once you watch these videos compare them to "The Entrance of Sound" and hear the improvements.

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Choosing the Right Dulcimer

Choosing a hammer dulcimer is like choosing a car. There are so many viable options, and when you spend that kind of money, you want to make sure that you get the one that is right for you. If you're not happy with the instrument that you've purchased then odds are that it will become a piece of seldom used furniture in your home.

There are many fine hand-crafted instruments that are played by top-tier performers today. While there are some hobbyist who provide questionable products, the craftsmanship of established builders is not in question. For the most part, your decision is dependent on your subjective preferences and playing style.

If you are struggling to know which instrument to purchase, I'd like to make myself available to help you out. I've had experience with most hammer dulcimers available today, and I honestly feel that I can provide you with an objective opinion. Please contact me and let me know if I can help!

Hammer Dulcimer Music by Joshua Messick

Hammer dulcimer music, recordings, videos, and lessons.

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Practice Session

Apr 6, 2010 Musical Journal

I just finished a good practice session for The Entrance of Sound. I seriously can’t wait until I start recording on April 26th. There is much to do to be prepared and ready.

The Mystery of Music

Apr 6, 2010 Musical Journal

Music has a direct entrance into our soul. It reaches the soul first and then is understood with the intellect. We can listen to music, and not even comprehend what is being communicated, but it has an impact on our life. This is contrary to many art forms and everyday involvements in life which are processed with the intellect first and then imparted to the soul.

One of my favorite things to do is play at assisted living communities. It amazes me how the words I speak have little to no impact to those who have the misfortune of losing the functions of their minds. But, music can always be understood and communicates to them in ways which my words never could.

The mystery of music fascinates me.

Listen to Hammer Dulcimer Music

The Entrance of Sound :: Instruments With Voices
Desire for Departure :: Desire for Departure
Desire for Departure :: Feed the Birds
Desire for Departure :: Flames of Joy
Desire for Departure :: Innocence Lament
Desire for Departure :: Zephyr
Desire for Departure :: In the Garden
Desire for Departure :: Expeditious
Stillness :: Stillness
Stillness :: Moonlight Sonata
Stillness :: Beauty and the Beast
Stillness :: Greensleeves
Stillness :: In Dreams
Internet Only Bonus Track :: Cuckoo's Nest

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The Making of The Entrance of Sound

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Choosing the Right Dulcimer

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