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VIDEOS
Dulcimers aren’t just folk instruments—they’re the hidden rock stars of the music world. Sam believes dulcimers are among the coolest and most versatile instruments that deserve to be as well-known as guitars or ukuleles. While often linked to traditional tunes, the dulcimer is incredibly adaptable and perfect for everything from heavy metal to pop, bluegrass, classical, and beyond. Explore Sam's favorite performances, where he brings popular hits - from Dvorak to Zeppelin - to life in his own groundbreaking dulcimer style. With over 80 videos on YouTube and more than 1 million views, Sam’s mission is to introduce people to the dulcimer's untapped potential and inspire new fans and musicians alike. For more videos, click the button below and dive deeper into the world of the dulcimer!
"Whole Lotta Love"
Led Zeppelin cover
Sam electrifies on his 3-string mountain dulcimer, bringing Zeppelin's classic to life in this video that went viral and has racked up about 350,000 views!
"Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds"
The Beatles cover
Sam performs The Beatles classic on 3-string electric dulcimer, live at the "FabFest Charlotte" Beatles festival in North Carolina.
"Sweet Caroline"
Neil Diamond cover
This video of Sam's rendition of "Sweet Caroline" is currently on display at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, AZ.
"Brain Damage"
Pink Floyd cover
Sam performs this song from Pink Floyd’s classic album, “Dark Side of the Moon,” with nice, heavy effects.
"I Wanna Be Sedated"
The Ramones cover
Actually, Sam doesn’t want to be sedated – he’s having too much fun playing this punk rock classic. This video went viral. Yes, dulcimers can be very punk, too!
“Foggy Mountain Breakdown” Flatt & Scruggs cover
Sam’s Scruggs-style rendition of this bluegrass classic on 3-string chromatic dulcimer is like playing supersonic Tetris.
New World Symphony
by Antonin Dvořák
Showing the tranquil side of the dulcimer, Sam performs Largo from Antonin Dvořák's New World Symphony, played on chromatic mountain dulcimer.
"Wild Thing"
The Troggs cover
Sam takes the dulcimer in an entirely different direction – on 5 electric dulcimers!
"Pinball Wizard"
The Who cover
Sam gave this live performance at the 2007 Folk Project Fall Festival in New Jersey – with a unique twist!