ODPC Podcasts

Direct Download Bing checks out The Boondocker Walking Dulcimer while boondocking in Kentucky. Sent to him from Jaromin Guitars just before tour, Bing delivers a look at what he's found while playing this fun new axe! www.Jaromin.com Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Wolf Hill Woodworking. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider su…

Direct Download Bing composes a new song for chromatic mountain dulcimer that relies upon the tritone interval for melodic and harmonic inspiration. The episode was further inspired by a family of chipmunks that Bing observed while camping in Lexington, Kentucky. Dig deep into the theory here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/scout-what-wont-89244874 …

Direct Download This week's episode features the first 9 minutes of Bing's “The Music of the Night” workshop, which took place August 31st. The full 2-hour video is available on Patreon. Join for free with limited access by visiting http://www.Patreon.com/BingFutch Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "D…

Direct Download In the last episode before fall tour begins, Bing introduces the right-hand palm mute, and demonstrates just a few of its many uses in different styles and approaches on the mountain dulcimer. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming …

Direct Download Wrapping up a trio of episodes for beginner level players, or those seeking a refresh on fundamentals, Bing introduces barre chords with an exercise in strumming, moving chords, and playing melody all at once. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the pro…

Direct Download Continuing with a recap of last week's rhythm focus, Bing introduces something new into the mix by teaching three chords on mountain dulcimer and then moving them around with strums for each time signature. Also, an exercise demonstration for quarter, eighth and sixteenth note mastery. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments…

Direct Download This is a beginner-level episode that focuses on strumming in three different time signatures. Includes demonstrations, and a look at how accents change the feel of a groove. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!…

Direct Download A simple musical tribute to Paul Reubens, who passed away on July 30th, 2023. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!By Bing Futch

Direct Download Bing wraps the spring/summer tour with an expansive look at some of the places and events along the route. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!By Bing Futch

Direct Download A random wandering through the ODPC Funfest in Evart, Michigan. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!By Bing Futch

Direct Download While camped at the ODPC Funfest in Evart, Michigan, Bing takes delivery on two mini-synthesizers for his folktronica set up and connects them to the Circuit Tracks. This is a test-run improvisation recorded in his motorhome on the evening of July 13th, 2023. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands…

Direct Download Lil' Rev calls Bing, Sam Edelston, and Stephen Seifert on stage to join him on an original composition, “Jugband Serenade.” Recorded at Kentucky Music Week in Shepherdsville, Kentucky on June 29th, 2023. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program b…

Direct Download With only a small window in which to make it happen, Bing pulls on his mud boots and hikes a bunch of gear up to a Native American cave shelter on the Salt River in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. The song of the moment: “Hallellujah.” Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Conside…

Direct Download From the Gebhard Woods Dulcimer and Traditional Music Festival in Morris, Illinois. Bing joins Rick Thum for the finale of his set as they play “John Stinson's #2” and “Hangman's Reel.” Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patro…

Direct Download From the Gebhard Woods Dulcimer and Traditional Music Festival in Morris, Illinois. Bing reunites with Kara Barnard, the reigning National Mountain Dulcimer Champion, in an on-stage performance that echoes their initial meeting over 15 years ago (Episode 90.) https://youtu.be/r0Os8XOfIVg Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instrumen…

Direct Download While at the Walmart Resort in Joliet, Illinois, Bing performs “Sweet Home Chicago” in the parking lot. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!By Bing Futch

Direct Download Fancy a frolic? Bing performs “Faery Faithe in Fluidity” on his Folkcraft Instruments custom mountain dulcimer, “Oakie.” Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!By Bing Futch

Direct Download An episode featuring footage from Bing's 2023 Remain Seated Please Tour. The first single from the album, “State & County Roads”, is featured here along with some of the incredible places the tour has gone. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the progra…

Direct Download Bing plays his new Terry McCafferty “Seifert Model” mountain dulcimer with another improvisation. His usual stomp boxes have been replaced with a Roland GR-55 Guitar Synthesizer, and the Line 6 Helix Effects Processor and Modeler. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consid…

Direct Download Bing plays his new Terry McCafferty “Seifert Model” mountain dulcimer with an improvisation. His usual stomp boxes have been replaced with a Roland GR-55 Guitar Synthesizer, and the Line 6 Helix Effects Processor and Modeler. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider su…

Direct Download Bing takes an immersive trip back in time with a visit to The Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado; the site where Manitou recorded their one and only album, “In the Garden of the Gods.” Bing performs one of the tracks in the park, while sharing rare footage of the group recording “Boy on Rock.” Bing Futch is endorsed by…

Direct Download Closing out a trio of videos from the John C. Campbell Folk School, Bing's “Continuing Dulcimer” class earns a much-deserved encore, for which they are well-prepared. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!…

Direct Download Again from the John C. Campbell Folk School, Bing's “Continuing Dulcimer” class presents the second of two songs learned during the week, quite emboldened by the audience's enthusiastic reaction to their first tune. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting t…

Direct Download From the John C. Campbell Folk School, Bing's “Continuing Dulcimer” students prepare to demonstrate what they've learned during the week in a recital in front of all the other students, teachers and staff. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program…

Direct Download Bing takes a break from teaching at the John C. Campbell Folk School to record an improvisation on his new McCafferty mountain dulcimer. Bing Futch is endorsed by Folkcraft Instruments, V-Picks and Zither Stands. Enjoy "Dulcimerica"? Consider supporting the program by becoming a patron!…

We hit rewind for this special promotional episode of Beyond the Threshold podcast! Threshold editor-in-chief Frances Kang and contributing editor Gene Woo Lee chat with host Joy L. about Threshold Ministry, launching Beyond the Threshold podcast, and ODPC DigiCon 2019.

We sit down with Pastors John Cha and David Chang for a candid conversation on roadmapping with GCSE, the future direction of our church, and yes, even the Marvel Universe.

Do you know the names of all our ODPC elders? We know of at least two! Our newly elected elders John Sim and Sean Park may have been none too thrilled with the latest "Aquaman" movie but they're more than happy to share with us some of their best memories from Open Door and tell us what it means to "smell like the sheep".…

Welcome to our inaugural episode of ODPC Threshold's Beyond the Threshold podcast featuring our guests from Story Media Labs Ellis Chang and Mike Villalas! Join us as we discuss their "hyper-local" focus on small businesses and establishing community.