The simplest discussion of modes I ever heard was done by Howie Mitchel on the record/cassette that accompanied his book on building and playing The Mountain Dulcimer . . . or vice versa that Sandy and Caroline used to sell. Then coded FSI-29. It was getting scarce when I ordered my copy, shortly after Folk Legacy bit the bullet and began switching over to CDs, so it may not be available any more.

Using a dulcimer retuned to each mode, he played the same song, so you could hear the difference. Perhaps Sandy can tell us if this book and cassette OR Howie are still around.

Dave