Dave Haas

Dave Haas lives in Charleston, WV and has been playing the mountain dulcimer since 1990.  He teaches dulcimer in both private and group settings, and was the founding member of the Almost Heaven Dulcimer Club in Charleston.  Dave loves to share the mountain dulcimer and its history with schools, churches, civic organizations, and has even brought the dulcimer to those in prison!  Dave is a popular instructor at dulcimer festivals, and has taught and performed in over one-half of the United States, and also in the United Kingdom.  He is known for his gentle, fun, and enthusiastic teaching style.  Dave has released seven dulcimer instructional books/CDs, four instrumental dulcimer CDs, and a popular dulcimer chord chart.   

Dave also enjoys teaching science as a Chemistry Professor at the University of Charleston.  One of his favorite teaching activities is to sing chemistry songs (on dulcimer and guitar) with his students.  In addition, Dave plays the guitar, sings, and enjoys leading music on Christian retreat experiences such as Kairos Prison Ministry, The Walk to Emmaus, Cursillo, and Teens Encounter Christ (TEC).

More information on Dave can be obtained at www.davehaasmusic.com.