👉 Dulcimers are a type of musical instrument that originated in the United States and is characterized by its distinctive, melodic sound. These instruments are often played with a wooden frame or with a stringed instrument such as a guitar, mandolin, or banjo. The term "dulcimer" refers to the shape of the instrument itself, which resembles a small cello or violin. They were originally made by Native Americans and have been used for centuries as part of many Native American