In a recent article posted on the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) website, Maryland elementary vocal music teacher Joann Long Benson examines the Appalachian dulcimer, and its use in the elementary music classroom.
As Benson points out, accessibility, durability, and cost are all factors that make the dulcimer a great choice for use with younger students. The simplest versions of the dulcimer have only three or four strings, and are relatively easy for students to play. And when purchased with cardboard resonators, the instruments are inexpensive enough that most school can afford them — and over time, purchase a set for the whole class.
The entire article can be read here.
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