08/02/2026
If you attended this summer's Dulcimer U camp, you were probably amazed by the poetic talents of Victoria Freeman during the Thursday closing session. I (Elaine) have experienced her talents on numerous occasions, a talent she refers to as merely "summaries." I think you'll agree that her creations are far more than simply a summary! She created this one at my request, and has now shared it with me so that all of you can experience it again!
Poem Dulcimer U 2026
Oh gather round ye fine folks
Hear tales of Dulcimer U.
From July 19–24,2026
There was so much music to do.
Larry, Elaine, and Dr.. Kathy
Created the perfect Master Plan.
And color coded yes it was
To help us understand.
And Dr. Kathy was Uber careful
About possible parking spots
If we stayed between the yellow lines
We’d be towed to distant lots.
Our classes were all under one roof
Taught by carefully chosen folks.
And jams happened each and every night
Lack of stamina was one of the jokes.
And we ate delicious meals each day
There was pizza and other goodies.
And 600 youngsters dined with us
Some in short shorts, some in hoodies.
Intimate concerts went on each eve
Starting with Millers then Susan Trump.
Joe and Carol were stars on Tuesday
Then the Congers made the Bridge jump.
And merchandise tables were laden
Jewelry and books offered delight
And Pat Clark’s hand sewn items
Were such a heart warming sight.
And who can forget ensemble sounds
Or the new friends that we met
Or our lunchroom pop-up
Where Carol and Laurie signaled the set.
At closing we saw the Queen Mum
Receive her perpetual crown.
And we knew from her monologue
Age would not keep her down.
Yes, we’ve told all the good stories
During this time at green Cullowhee .
We’ve honored music with our gift of time.
How very FORTUNATE are we!
