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"The sweet sound of the Appalachian dulcimer lends itself with good grace to the music of the Elizabethan era," says Lorraine in her introduction to this truly distinctive songbook. Originally published in 1977 and now back in print, this new, expanded edition of Barely Break provides helpful playing instructions for 24 Elizabethan songs--each one acc... More

"The sweet sound of the Appalachian dulcimer lends itself with good grace to the music of the Elizabethan era," says Lorraine in her introduction to this truly distinctive songbook. Originally published in 1977 and now back in print, this new, expanded edition of Barely Break provides helpful playing instructions for 24 Elizabethan songs--each one accompanied with dulcimer tablature, standard notation, and lyrics. Includes favorites like "Month of Maying," "Hey-Ho, Nobody Home," and "Greensleeves," as well as less familiar musical treasures, all of which will be welcome additions to any repertoire. A classic that any musician will find invaluable.

Also, here is a wonderful addition to any folk music collection--Lorraine plays all 24 Elizabethan tunes from the songbook with her unique style and skill. She begins most cuts with a faithful rendition of the dulcimer tablature in the book; then she develops each song into a fuller, freer arrangement to suggest the great flexibility of Elizabethan music. A great listening experience on its own, or as a tool for learning to play the songs.