Dulcimer Maker: The Craft of Homer Ledford

by R. Gerald Alvey

Dulcimer making has long been considered an art. The exquisite design is also functional, and the best instruments sound as beautiful as they look. Homer Ledford, a legend among dulcimer makers, is known for his innovative but traditional craftsmanship. A biography and a step-by-step guide to dulcimer making, this classic book illuminates and celebrates the work of a master craftsman, musician, and folk artist. This new edition presents a foreword...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813114470
• ISBN13: 9780813114477
• Release Date: January 1984
• Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.