Master Works DulciForte Hammered Dulcimer - Amazing New Instrument

Joshua Messick & luthier Russell Cook demonstrate the new Master Works DulciForte hammered dulcimer. Playing demonstration: 7:19.
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[@GizmoBeach]

I’m going to assume that’s where my 15/14 Ruby Red model came from, several years back. Beautiful instrument. 🩷

[@isaiahhuerta9505]

I remember the first time I heard a hammered dulcimer, I was awestruck. I don’t remember who played it, or where they played it, but I remember being in a big hallway and the sound filled the whole building with such beauty. I’ve been obsessed with the instrument ever since.

[@JoshuaMessick]

isaiah huerta That’s awesome to hear, Isaiah! Thanks for watching and subscribing :) Stay in touch!

[@peggentle6882]

I just listened to you play this instrument on the WhiteHorseLive concert & couldn't believe HOW pure it sounds. And you made it sound glorious! Your playing is truly gift-giving! After your concert, I felt like I'd been given a lovely gift! Thank you so much!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks for this thoughtful comment, Peg. I am glad the music touched your soul in a meaningful way. I hope to see you again, soon! Yours, Joshua

[@Lilyezannus]

Absolutely gorgeous!! Looking forward to hearing more.

[@spacemissing]

When you demonstrated the high register, I immediately thought of Patrick Ball's brass-strung harp. The sound is very similar, and, of course, beautiful.

[@TheGalacticWest]

So your telling me the instrument I’ve been looking for as a film piece has a shop in my home state! Here of all places.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Bennington, Oklahoma! :) Glad you found my channel. Thanks for the comment, and good luck on your film piece.

[@TheGalacticWest]

@@JoshuaMessick Holy cow this is ironic. One of the few videos I could find on hammered dulcimer was signing the praises of Joshua messick being the best. Come to find out your hanging around a stones throw away. The music is pretty import to film and only a dulcimer will do. If master works is open for visit i Might need to come by even just to hear what one sounds like in person. This is wild.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Just to be clear: I actually live in Colorado, but Russell and Master Works are based in Oklahoma :)

[@TheGalacticWest]

@@JoshuaMessick No sweat. I just think its cool you know what Oklahoma is. I'm sure someone at Master Works would be more than able to help me out. Its just a serendipities day. Thanks for the video.

[@JoshuaMessick]

@@TheGalacticWest Super! I am a Master Works representative, so if you’re interested in buying one I can help you. Just get in touch with me at JoshuaMessick.com. If you would rather visit in person, be sure to tell them Joshua sent you.

[@rossclay3317]

Really outstanding! What a magnificent instrument! Thank you for sharing this! Oh how we all look to hear future great music with this fine instrument! Wow!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Ross! It's exciting!! :-)

[@squanderedgallantry8605]

I traveled to Master Works from Texas some years ago and ended up buying a McSpadden mountain dulcimer as the hammered dulcimers were out of my price range at the time. Russell is an incredible guy!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Squandered Gallantry Russell is the best! Hope you’re enjoying the mountain dulcimer. Thanks for watching! Please stay connected, ok? JoshuaMessick.com

[@bigdon37]

Wow MasterWork⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@lucie81209]

Awesome, amazing !!!!! A magnificent instrument 💚🍂

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! :-)

[@lucie81209]

@@JoshuaMessick You're welcome ☺️

[@mangeshsantoor]

Amazing Instrument.... Congratulations

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Mangesh! Keep on making great Santoor music. Thanks for staying connected.

[@philipporter739]

Great design all around!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Philip!

[@deepak2268]

Amazingly beautiful👌👌👌

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Depak! I look forward to hearing more of your Santoor music.

[@BobLeach_DarkWolf]

I'm definately interested in this instrument

[@JoshuaMessick]

Hi Bob! I somehow missed this comment -- super sorry. Are you still interested in this instrument? If so, get in touch with me at JoshuaMessick.com -- I'm here to help!

[@matthewcondon1985]

I need a DulciForte!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Hey Matthew! It is great to hear from you again. I'd love to help you out. Please get in touch with me here: joshuamessick.com/contact/

[@CurtisThorpe]

Super cool

[@JoshuaMessick]

Curtis Thorpe Thanks, Curtis! :)

[@RatzloffTrainer]

Joshua - I worked as stage manager at Winfield for 11 festivals. I am sure I met Russell who commented on my being a fellow redhead (now I am very white). I wanted a hammered dulcimer so much, so now more than 30 years later, you and Russell have me all jazzed up again. I am getting close to making the commitment to purchase a dulcimer and focus on learning how to play it. Thank you both for giving me encouragement. - Cathy Ratzloff

[@JoshuaMessick]

Cathy, That is awesome to hear! I've been to Winfield many times, and I even performer there twice. It was an amazing experience. When you're ready to order, please contact me at JoshuaMessick.com -- I'll be glad to help you out.

[@RatzloffTrainer]

@@JoshuaMessick thank you I will do that. I bet that when I was there, you were still an infant. I ordered one of your Christmas CDs today. I am going to try to catch up on those years I 've missed of Walnut Valley.

[@JoelGoffin]

Amazing

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Joel! It is a true joy to play this instrument! Keep up the great work composing music -- I am excited to hear your next project ;-)

[@mrice3274]

Looking forward to Aiken SC in December. Will you have the Dulci-Forte for that concert?

[@JoshuaMessick]

M Rice Thanks, Maurice!! I look forward to it. Yes, I’ll have the instrument with me. I recorded my new Christmas album with it. The sound and instrument is complete - I am just working on finishing my “artist series” Joshua Messick design.

[@willaustin5751]

Hi Joshua I heard you mention in this video about the Joshua Messick Artisan Series. I didn’t see any models in this series on the Masterworks website. Are you still moving forward with this project. Also, have you ever thought about starting a Hammer Dulcimer school where students can learn from pre-recorded videos? I would definitely be interested if you ever decided to do that ! Thanks for creating so much beautiful music! You have a true heart of a musician!! 😊

[@JoshuaMessick]

Hey Will! The artisan "Joshua Messick" is available for custom order exclusively through me. Please reach out to me at JoshuaMessick.com. Here is the instrument: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hn6zd5SBpatkia8 If you decide to order, I'd appreciate the business! Thank you :)

[@AidanMmusic96]

Hey Joshua! Very new to the dulcimer world, what a beautiful instrument. Have you ever played any cimbalom pieces (or any of the classical repertoire with cimbalom) on this dulcimer?

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks for watching, Aidan. The hammered dulcimer I play in the United States is very different when compared to the cimbalom: layout/configuration, tone, methods & musical cultures are all very different. Here is a video where I discuss the hammered dulcimer and similar instruments around the world. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqbdYaGLqpZkppo

[@TheDirtySkirtz]

You know so I somehow stumbled across woodland dance and I have to say for as much dumb stuff as there is online, I am so happy I came across you and the hammer dulcimer, now just working my get one but thanks for showing me a new instrument, I own a mountain dulcimer and I was in the dark about this instrument, and from the first cord I know it is meant for me kinda Like how the ukulele makes me feel but times 10

[@JoshuaMessick]

Devin Verizzo Thank you, Devin! I am so happy you found my little corner on KZbin. Enjoy your mountain dulcimer, and I look forward to hearing when you get a hammered dulcimer. Best, Joshua

[@ellencain6461]

Where did the Dulcimer come from

[@ellencain6461]

Does your hands get tired or wrists ache