{"product_id":"dulcimer-maker-the-craft-of-homer-ledford-paperback","title":"Dulcimer Maker: The Craft of Homer Ledford - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eR. Gerald Alvey\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDulcimer 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 by Ron Pen, director of the John Jacob Niles Center for American Music at the University of Kentucky, and an enlightening afterword featuring a conversation with Ledford. In an era when Americans are rediscovering their musical roots, \u003ci\u003eDulcimer Maker\u003c\/i\u003e offers a unique look at a bluegrass legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 216\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.64 x 9.18 x 6.16 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 14, 2003\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42130586894471,"sku":"9780813190518","price":28.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/4520fe9077f1ff43ef0784e28831d279.webp?v=1732612101","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/dulcimer-maker-the-craft-of-homer-ledford-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}