Overview


Did you know that fiddle tunes make gorgeous waltzes? In this video, Phyllis takes you from the simple fiddle tune "Mississippi Sawyer" to what she calls "The Sawyer's Waltz".  

Changing the tempo and changing a few chords is all it takes to create this beautiful waltz that's fun and easy to play.  

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Phyllis Brown

Hammered Dulcimer Instructor


Phyllis Brown studied Music Education at Tennessee Tech University and was delighted when her father, Fred Woods, built both her first mountain dulcimer and hammered dulcimer.

Phyllis has always enjoyed teaching others what she has learned, and has taught and performed at numerous venues, ranging from city and county folk festivals, Old Time Festivals, weddings, fundraisers, Christmas celebrations, church services and special events.


Explore other courses featuring Phyllis:

Learning to Embellish Slow Tunes

Beginning/Intermediate Level. We will learn embellishments on a pretty tune called "Annie Laurie" and end with a performance-ready piece.

Phyllis Brown

Phyllis Brown

Strengthening Your Weak Hand While Learning Your Chords

Beginning/Intermediate Level. Using a 6/8 exercise and a triangle exercise to strengthen your weak hand while building muscle memory.

Phyllis Brown

Phyllis Brown

John Brown's Dream - Melody & Backup

Late Beginning Level & Up. Learn an old Civil War tune called John Brown's March. Learn the melody plus harmony.

Phyllis Brown

Phyllis Brown