Michael Shull Biography

Since his introduction to the dulcimer in mid 1995, Michael Shull has used his musical ability to expose people to one of the oldest folk instruments in America. He plays a variety of music but specializes in mountain gospel and hymns. He has performed at churches throughout the Carolinas this past year along with numerous festivals and competitions.

A personal note from Michael...

"I consider myself very blessed to have grown up in a Christian musical family. I am also thankful for the musical legacy of my grandfather Taylor and my mother, the late Doris Taylor Shull, who left me with a passion and an ear for music. At a very young age, I had the gift of music and traveled and performed musically with my family throughout the southeast. I played in a band in high school. But then marriage, family, work and other hobbies diverted my focus for many years

In spring 1995, while on a trip to the mountains of North Carolina, my life forever changed. I was introduced to the mountain dulcimer and hammer dulcimer. I started playing the mountain dulcimer, and all the burning desire I used to have for music came flowing back. Listening to tapes of other players inspired me even more.

I have always felt, since I was 12--when I gave my heart to the Lord--that He would use me in some way for His Glory. I gained so much comfort and peace when I played the dulcimer. I felt the call on my heart to use the gift He gave me to Praise His Name. What a joy it is to praise the One from whom all blessings flow.

There is a new passion in me to share the dulcimer through performance and workshops. Through my recordings, I have been able to minister to people around the world and hopefully make a difference for the Kingdom.

God has used the mountain dulcimer to bring about this musical awakening in my life. Only God knows what the future holds and how He will use me. I'm looking forward to the journey . . . and to His return."

Michael Shull

Michael is available for...

- Concerts - Festivals - Special Events - Churches - Workshops -

If you are involved with organizing a music festival or special event, or in a dulcimer club or local church and would like to look into the possibility of Michael performing and/or teaching in your area, please email him directly at Michael@MichaelShull.com.