Thanks for the link to that great site leeneia, it's given me lots of ideas. Just 'rebooting' some songs in my memory is a help.

I've been looking for simple melodies to play, but now, I'm also thinking of singing Bright Morning Stars, and accompanying myself with simple strummed chords on the dulcimer.

btw the century is the 1800's and the country is USA. (northeast) But I think any songs with that historical 'flavor' will suffice.