Two-finger blues
Does anybody have an idea whether there is a good anthology of tab for blues the way I imagine Rev. Gary Davis probably played banjo? I assume because he played guitar with two fingers most of the...
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Driving without a Map
So, I've been working on Bonaparte's Retreat for a couple of weeks now. (Example on my blog page.)I started experimenting with the fiddle tune melody already in my head and it wasn't long before a...
View ArticleAnother New Member
Hello.New member from SW Michigan, Allegan to be more exact.Recieved a banjo for Christmas and beginning to learn.I am really enjoying it so far.
View ArticleSteel Strings On A Supertone?
I have an old Supertone banjo that has nylon ( fishing line ) strings on it. Anyone know if it would be safe to use steel strings? By safe, I mean would I be likely to warp the neck, distort the pot,...
View ArticleTOTW/Cherry River Line/ 01/23/2015
Hello Banjoists,Cherry River Line has been one of my favorite tunes for a long time & I just spent 6 months recording a traditional/original version for my new cd, Blue Sky Banjo & since its...
View ArticleI've noticed something uncanny about
the playing of Clifton Hicks. That fellow plays, within one tune, clawhammer, 2-finger, and up-picking ( seeger ) style. He slips into and out of a playing style with incredible smoothness, always...
View ArticleAcrylic nails?
Any other clawhammer players out there use acrylic nails to get their desired tone? I have heard of this from a couple of people but haven't tried it. Does it really make that big of a difference? I...
View ArticleCorrect strings for an SS Stewart Thoroughbred
Advice, please. I'm presuming gut should be used on one of these beauties, not steel. Comments welcomed! Brand advice for the correct string welcome!
View ArticleClawhammer banjo with a closed-back banjo?
I was wondering if anyone had tried playing clawhammer style banjo on a closed-back/resonator banjo and if so how does it sound? Thanks.
View ArticleHi,Where do I start?
Just thought I would say a hello from Bromley, UK, I've been lurking on here for a few days and I've just bought my first Banjo a (Deering Goodtime. I'm really pleased with it but I'm not really sure...
View ArticleClawhammer from a lead sheet
Janet Davis does a good job of creating a Scruggs style arraignment from just a melody in her book Spliting the Licks . Is there anything out there for the Clawhammer players? Right now if I want...
View ArticleWillie Watson kitty puss
im fairly new to the banjo, can anyone tell me what tuning willie uses in kitty puss? Or maybe even a link to a tab would be nice. Any help at all would be appreciated.
View ArticleTuning for Railroadin' and Gamblin'
Hey all. Did Uncle Dave play "Railroadin' and Gamblin'" in open C? Just wondering. Thanks!
View ArticleBeginner practicing with a relatively novice guitar player
I'm a couple months into learning CH and have never played with anyone before. I've finally found someone to practice with, a guy who has been teaching himself to play acoustic guitar for a few years....
View ArticleSongs in "Double C tuning" and "Sawmill tuning"
Hi Everybody,I've just started experimenting with different tunings. What do you guys think are some good tunes to start with in "Double C tuning" and/or "Sawmill tuning"Thanks.
View ArticleConverting from Guitar to Clawhammer Banjo
Hi. I'm about to get an open back good time or similar to learn Clawhammer. I know music reading and have the right hand and left hand skills from guitar. Are there any recommended learning...
View ArticlePlaying in E
This is my first post on the forum, but I've been search the posts for a couple of years and have gotten a lot of great pointers and information. Thanks guys. I've been playing claw hammer for about...
View Articledoes improvement (musically) end up trespassing against traditional music?
Good morning BHO citizens:My question is about how a traditional musician -- a musician playing traditional music -- gets better at the craft, improves. More specifically, does improvement (musically)...
View ArticleBuzzing/Muting Strings
Been playing for a few weeks now and every area is showing solid progress except one. I don't have usable nails so I use a Kelly Freedom Pick. After striking a string about 30% of the time the pick...
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How to Play Clawhammer Banjo in 8 Essential Steps
How to Play Clawhammer Banjo in 8 Essential Steps: A Video Series As some of you know, I recently wrapped up the "Clawhammer Banjo in 8 Essential Steps" video series for Eric's Banjo Hangout newsletter...
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