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As you may remember, the Duet Retreat was started back in 2006 at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in Huntingdon,…"
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Duet Dulcimer Retreat (7th Annual)
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The 7th Annual Duet Dulcimer Retreat, hosted by Larry & Elaine Conger will be held at the beautiful Montgomery Bell State Park Inn near Dickson, Tennessee on August 24-25. All activities,…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Carla Maxwell on Sunday.
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An Effort To "Go Green"
Over the past couple of years, I have been releasing my newest dulcimer books in a unique way - as Books on CD. These "paperless books" make it easy for the customer to print their own copy of the tab from the CD by simply inserting the disc into their computer and selecting the PDF file that they want to print.
Books on CD have several advantages over traditional paper books - Choose only the tabs you want to play - Compile them in any order you wish - If you lose or damage your paper copy, simply print another copy from the CD - In addition, the disc acts as a traditional audio CD, which means that you can insert it into any CD player and listen to demo versions of each song included in the collection.
The Books on CD idea is a clever way to deliver the same high quality tab arrangements that are found in my older books, give the customer more options and avoid the mountains of paper inventory associated with traditional printed books.
A complete list of titles that are available on CD can be found on my web site at www.LarryConger.com by clicking on the MUSIC STORE tab above and then clicking on BOOKS ON CD.
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Carla Maxwell replied to Larry Conger's discussion 'Duet Dulcimer Retreat (7th Annual)'"If I could afford the travel.........dreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaammmmmmingggg now. "
Larry Conger posted a discussionDuet Dulcimer Retreat (7th Annual)
The 7th Annual Duet Dulcimer Retreat, hosted by Larry & Elaine Conger will be held at the beautiful Montgomery Bell State Park Inn near Dickson, Tennessee on August 24-25. All activities, including accommodations, meals and workshops will be held inside the Inn - totally climate-controlled and handicapped accessible.Classes begin on Friday evening and last throughout the day on Saturday, culminating with a song sharing session on Saturday night.Don't have a duet partner? Don't let that stop…See More
Barbara P commented on Larry Conger's photo
Larry & Elaine 2012
"I agree, you both look wonderful!!! What a beautiful photo - it's frameable for sure!"
Larry Conger updated an event
DULCIMER U -(NC) at Western Carolina University
July 15, 2012 to July 20, 2012
A week long event featuring classes for every skill level hosted by Larry & Elaine Conger and sponsored by the Continuing Education Department of Western Carolina University. Instructional staff will include Janita Baker, Joe Collins, Susan Trump, David Street, Marsha Harris, Lorinda Jones, Ralph Lee Smith, Jim Miller, Bob Magowan, Larry & Elaine Conger. All accommodations, classes, evening concerts, jam sessions and vendor area to be located inside one building - The Blue Ridge…See More
Larry Conger commented on Larry Conger's event 'DULCIMER U -(NC)'"Gail,
Dulcimer U is one of the few week long events that focuses exclusively on the mountain dulcimer. I won't rule out adding hammered dulcimer classes at some point in the future but there are no plans to do so at this time.
Having said that,…"
Gail Rollin commented on Larry Conger's event 'DULCIMER U -(NC)'"I just got a hammered dulcimer. Are there any hammered dulcimer instructors and classes?
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Larry Conger commented on Larry Conger's event 'DULCIMER U -(NC)'"Barbara,
Yes, there are elevators in both the dorm where we will be staying, holding classes, jams, vendor area, etc. There are also elevators in the cafeteria building. You would NOT have to climb ANY steps once you get there. We even have some…"
Barbara Maas commented on Larry Conger's event 'DULCIMER U -(NC)'"This is an off the wall question Larry but do you know if there are elevators in the on campus housing facilities. Since they are for housing the young, I'm wondering if there are only stairs. I'd need an elevator I think. I've looked…"
Larry Conger commented on Larry Conger's event 'DULCIMER U -(NC)'"Gail,
Tuition is $325 for the week. Housing and meals are separate and based on single occupancy or double occupancy. Check out the web site for that info."
Kimberly M. commented on Larry Conger's event 'DULCIMER U -(NC)'"Wow! This looks like it would be a fun and educational week! I sure wish I could go!"
Profile Information
- A little bit about my interests in music and mountain dulcimers:
- 1995 Southern Regional Mountain Dulcimer Champion
1998 National Mountain Dulcimer Champion
Owner - Conger Music Studio, teaching piano, guitar, drums and mountain dulcimer
- My website:
- http://www.LarryConger.com
- How I found Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer
- My friend and dulcimer acquaintance, Phil Myers suggested I join.
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Looking Ahead To Dulcimer Adventures In 2012
Elaine and I start off in January hosting WCU Winter Weekend for Western Carolina University at beautiful Lake Junaluska, North Carolina. The dates are January 5-8. Our staff this year will include Joe Collins, Ruth & Steve Smith, Anne Lough, Marsha Harris, David Street and Jim Miller. Elaine and I will be directing the ensemble class. For more info, click on the link found here on my home page.
On February 25, Elaine and I will be…
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Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 9:59pm on December 13, 2011, Regina Payne said…
Thank You for the challenging and fun classes for our Lagniappe Dulcimer "always learning something new" players. We all want to be "Larry Conger"! I don't think you will have to worry any time soon. Cheers, Regina
- At 8:25am on October 29, 2011,
Phil Myers said… Hey Larry-that's cool about the Franklin workshop! Unfortunately, I won't be here the whole month of Feb. Fortunately, Melissa and I will be on St. George Island near Appalachicola-we rented a house on the beach for the month.
Can you just mail me the workshop material?
- At 11:21am on October 18, 2011,
Beverly J. Moss said… - Great! I hope you will be home for the up coming holidays !You are welcome back any time you get a chance.
- At 8:58pm on October 16, 2011, Beverly J. Moss said…
Larry, I really enjoyed meeting you at the Albuquerque work shop.... it would be nice if one could spend more time doing class room instruction , you make every one of us feel special and comfortable! Again thank you!
Thanks to Elaine's interest in the base dulcimer and the chance given to me during the jam session to play ,I am in search of one for myself.
Thanks Bev
- At 2:27pm on September 29, 2011, Ron Rowland said…
- Working hard on the "Dream" song, got most of it. When you see Mike Clemmer, ask him about his Magic medical cure for all problems. He got me drinking raw apple cider vinegar three times a day, said something about helping me improve my dulcimer playing!!!!! He believes in the stuff, other that growing two extra toes I have not seen any changes. Ron
- At 2:37pm on August 31, 2011,
Joe Pearson Burchette said… - Sorry it took a while to get back. Power and internet have been off since Friday.. Hurricane you know.
- At 8:33pm on August 22, 2011,
Donna Hitchins said… - GREAT to be here!! I love trying to keep track of all of you & what you're doing. Hope to see you & Elaine soon. D
- At 8:41pm on May 31, 2011, Dinah Ansley said…
- Hi Larry---I recorded your Sept. on the MIss. a number of years ago (with your permission). My students love your arrangements, as do I. I'm organizing a Dulcimer Festival in Waynesboro, VA Aug. 12-14 with Nina Zanetti, Jeff Sebens, Don Pedi, and Marsha Harris. Good energy to you for your WCU Dulciment event. thanks Dinah Ansley
- At 10:54pm on May 27, 2011, Beverly J. Moss said…
- Thanks for adding me as a friend............ you have been a favorite to me and our group 'Mogollon Mountain Dulcimers' . We are located in the Silver City and Mimbres NM area, we have been playing together since 2005.... love your music!
- At 1:52pm on April 4, 2011,
Robin Thompson said… - The Lass of Pattie's Mill is beautifully played, Larry.
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Festivals/Events
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2012 Spring Mountain Dulcimer Festival -(VA)
May 18, 2012 at 12pm to May 20, 2012 at 11:30am – Shenandoah University
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14th Annual Dulcimer Day Picnic -(TN)
May 20, 2012 from 12pm to 5pm – The Buchanan Log House
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Ferrum College's Crooked Road Dulcimer Festival -(VA)
May 24, 2012 at 4:30pm to May 27, 2012 at 1pm – Ferrum College
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Folk College 2012 -(PA)
May 25, 2012 at 10am to May 27, 2012 at 5pm – Juniata College campus
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Pattyfest -(WV)
June 2, 2012 all day – Camp Muffly 4H Camp
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DULCIMERVILLE 2012 -(NC)
June 4, 2012 at 3pm to June 9, 2012 at 1pm – Blue Ridge Assembly
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Kaufman JamFest -(TX)
June 9, 2012 from 6pm to 8:30pm – Jackson Street BBQ
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