Instruction DVDs with Jamie Janover
Since discovering the hammered dulcimer in 1986, Jamie Janover has developed a revolutionary playing style that incorporates the knowledge and techniques he gained through years as a percussionist. He has 
performed and taught at major festivals throughout the U.S. and recorded seven hammered dulcimer albums. He also took first place in the 2002 National Hammered Dulcimer Championship at the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kansas.
Hammered Dulcimer Fundamentals
Basic building blocks that all players can apply to their playing right away, regardless of ability level or musical style. Topics include instrument parts and setup, holding the hammers, sticking technique, percussion rudiments, rolls, triplet feel, finding chords and scales, playing chord progressions, and improvisation. (95 min.) Price: $29.95
Hammered Dulcimer Infinite Possibilities
A wealth of information to help every player, from beginners through professionals, become more proficient and make their music more exciting. Topics include hammer techniques, percussion techniques, rolls, major and minor chords and scales, improvisation, soloing over a chord progression, odd time signatures, advanced rhythmic techniques, tips for playing live, and advice for the professional. (113 min.) Price: $29.95
Hammer Dulcimer: A Comprehensive Beginner's Course
with John McCutcheon
The next best thing to a personal lesson with John McCutcheon, this DVD is the ideal introduction for beginning players. McCutcheon explains the set-up of the instrument and addresses such essentials as holding the hammers, coordinating the hands, and developing special techniques. Several tunes and variations are included. (90 minutes). Price: $29.95