Let's Talk Shop
I am the sole proprietor of the DulcimerCraft musical instrument shop. My oldest son, Michael, helps out in the shop when the mood strikes him and I hope someday for all my children to gain some interest in lutherie.
For a Gallery of various dulcimers, click here.
For some philosophical notes on lutherie, click here.
The Shopkeeper
I was born in Pinch, WV at the age of 0. I was raised all over West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, and Kentucky. I come from good German, Russian, Eastern European stock, with a respectable amount of Cherokee and Scotch-Irish thrown in for good measure.
I attended college at Berea in eastern Kentucky from 1989 to 1993. There, I obtained a BA in Philosophy. Whilst there I also studied everything else I possibly could from theater to woodworking. I figured as long as my tuition was paid for, I would do my absolute best to learn whatever was available. It was at Berea that I discovered my love for musical instrument making.
I went to seminary at Asbury in Wilmore, Kentucky from 1993 to 1997. I had a great time in school, but in reflection I believe that I would have learned more had I been much more mature.
I am the father of four of the most wonderful, beautiful, intelligent, creative children ever. They range in ages from 8 to 18. Each of them occasionally helps in the shop and I hope someday for them to share my love of woodworking.
I am a Christian and I try to serve God to the best of my ability. I try in all I do to give Him the credit for the works of my hands because I believe my talent comes from Him.
HI KATE!
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Favorite Links
International Luthier's Supply
Luthier's Mercantile International
All of the above are excellent resources for the novice to master luthier.
The WONDERFUL photography of me was done by professional photographic artist Perdita Acevedo, her work can be viewed at www.pictureofmysoul.de
