Dulcimer U
America's Premier Mountain Dulcimer Education Program
Dulcimer U continues its long-standing tradition of giving students the absolute best educational experience available for the mountain dulcimer. Unlike many festivals around the country, Dulcimer U is not about the performers, it’s about you…. the student.
Through expanding our range, we will provide only a first-class instructional staff, many of which have earned advanced degrees in their various educational fields. Their experience as both classroom instructors as well as nationally sought after performers make them the very best at what they do.
Dulcimer U Summer Gathering
Date: July 19 - 24, 2026
Location: Western Carolina University Campus
Cost: $350.00
"Dulcimer U is the 'Gold Standard' for these weeks of music instruction & playing."
"Absolutely the best run, most informationally successful musical gathering I've ever attended. Well organized, well executed, unforgettable."
"Everything about this week was beautifully organized. The quality of the instructors was exceptional."
"What a great!! event!! Very educational, enlightening and inspiring!"
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