Our valued participants supply the spirit of these events. Here are some of their comments about dulcimer weeks Lois Hornbostel has produced:

On the Content of the Weeks:

. This week should be on the list of things to do in every dulcimer player’s life.

This is a true treasure!

. A “must” for hearing and learning just how much can be done with a mountain dulcimer.

Reasonably priced.

. Really thorough learning, productive & fun.

. A full-immersion dulcimer school taught by living national treasures.

. A great experience for the beginner mountain dulcimer player!

. There is something for all levels of skills.

. A great way to advance one’s dulcimer playing; and a lot of fun.

. If you thought your playing was good, just wait until you attend this week and see the

improvement! This is a top-notch dulcimer event not to be missed.

. A wonderful place to come and enjoy the mountain dulcimer and the company of people

who love the same instrument you do!! I’ll be back next year!

. My first time last year was a turning point in my playing; this year enhanced and

deepened it.

. Probably the best thing you could do to improve your dulcimer playing.

On the Organization of the events:

. A magnificent week! Superbly planned and carried out.

. An amazing accomplishment having a program that assembles the best dulcimer players

around to teach new as well as experienced students this well.

. The schedule was really convenient. I always felt like I had enough time to get where I

needed to be, with room for socializing and jamming.

The “Human” Side:

. A wonderful time to “decompress” from everyday life. Everyone is friendly and helpful.

You’ll love it!

. The most nurturing, most professional environment for you and your mountain dulcimer.

Do yourself a favor and experience it.

. A family you would choose for yourself if it weren’t for genetic interference!

. Be prepared to open your heart and your soul. This is amazing!

. It was like being in “Brigadoon” for a week. Never saw a frown on a face - everyone always

smiling, polite, helpful.

. A heartwarming, joy filled week!

. A great week! A place to learn, have fun, renew acquaintances, and meet new friends.

Great people around you.

The Value:

. Well worth the time and money.

. I drove 1500 miles to attend; this was totally amazing and well worth the money!

. I really got my moneysworth! I learned a lot and enjoyed it.

. A delightful bargain!

Humbling Superlatives:

. Oxygen is to breathing what this event is to dulcimer playing!!

. The best week-long dulcimer school.

. The best week of my year!!

. A phenomenal summer camp/vacation.

. The best “festival” I’ve ever attended – with in-depth instruction.

. This was better than my honeymoon.